STEPHEN KWEKU NIMAKO JR.
IT Desktop Engineer Azure Intune Asset Management Automation
Phone: +1-615-***-****
Email: **********@*****.***
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Desktop & customer support; troubleshooting & problem solving; LAN/WAN assessment; organizational & communication skills.
• Identity & Endpoint Management: Active Directory, Group Policy, Azure AD, Microsoft Intune/Endpoint Manager, lifecycle and asset management (procurement to decommission).
• Microsoft 365 Administration: Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, Exchange Online, Outlook configuration.
• Windows Server & Virtualization: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Hyper-V, SCCM; Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Sentinel and Azure Security Center.
• Azure Platform: Virtual machines, Key Vault, Monitor, hybrid join, Conditional Access; VPN configuration, DNS/DHCP, TCP/IP networking.
• Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API.
• Ticketing & Service Tools: ManageEngine, ServiceNow, Jira, Zendesk, Freshservice.
• Networking & security fundamentals; data-storage concepts; Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
National Seating & Mobility (Headquarters) – IT Desktop Engineer 06/24/2024 – Present
• Manage and secure 300+ enterprise devices via Microsoft Intune and Azure AD: enrollment, configuration, compliance and application deployment for Windows/iOS endpoints.
• Oversee full IT asset lifecycle in ManageEngine – procurement, tagging, inventory audits, deployment, RMA/warranty tracking and decommissioning.
• Streamline onboarding and off-boarding workflows: perform Azure AD join/hybrid enrollments, assign licenses and group memberships, provision devices and ensure endpoint readiness.
• Harden endpoints with Defender for Endpoint; coordinate patch management and update rings; monitor device health and compliance status.
• Automate routine administrative tasks with PowerShell scripts (report generation, bulk group updates, device clean-up) to improve operational efficiency.
• Provide Tier 1–2 support via ManageEngine and ServiceNow; resolve incidents within SLA; maintain documentation and knowledge articles. 1
IENJOY HOME INC. – IT Support
La Vergne, TN 09/2023 – 06/2024
• Installed software and executed system updates (Windows OS and security patches) while providing troubleshooting assistance to customers.
• Met daily picking and packing targets; utilized scanners to locate and monitor items in the warehouse.
• Labeled boxes, crates and containers with precise order details to reduce shipping errors.
• Maintained organized and clean work areas; adhered to safety standards.
• Operated forklifts to move pallets, ensuring timely task completion. COMPU GHANA – Desktop Support
Accra, Tema 11/2022 – 09/2023
• Resolved computer issues and provided technical solutions to users; responded to IT service requests and directed communications to appropriate professionals.
• Diagnosed and resolved technical errors using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Updated systems with hardware and software releases; performed routine maintenance for optimal performance.
• Provided hands-on or remote support for computer setups and upgrades; installed and configured network printers and end-user applications.
• Migrated users from Windows XP to Windows 7/8/10 using advanced migration tools and performed backups.
• Utilized Office Communicator to maintain communication with Atos engineers; collaborated with IT professionals on complex issues.
• Contributed to overall IT infrastructure maintenance ensuring reliable performance. I9 SYSTEMS INC. – IT Desktop Support
Accra, Tema 04/2022 – 10/2022
• Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices; proactively monitored systems to identify and resolve issues.
• Set up and configured technology for video-conferencing rooms; ensured seamless communication.
• Communicated complex technical information clearly to non-technical individuals while troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues; administered user accounts and access.
• Installed, maintained and repaired internal computer hardware and software applications.
• Provided technical support for middle school locations with 600+ users, including training and project supervision; performed Windows XP to Windows 7 migrations. 2
KFC – Team Member
Accra, Tema 07/2021 – 03/2022
• Provided fresh, quality products and maintained clean, well-presented facilities while ensuring friendly and efficient customer service.
• Collaborated with marketing and project management to develop new ideas, initiatives, products and services.
• Updated leadership skills through management training; delivered strong customer service that increased sales by an average of 35% annually. EDUCATION
• High School Diploma – GED
– Course completion in Operating Systems and Security CERTIFICATIONS
• Certified AWS Cloud Practitioner
• Certified AWS Solutions Architect Professional
• CompTIA Network+
REFERENCES
Michael Thrope — NSM
Lucas Majors — NSM
Miss Carrie — Ienjoy Home Inc. (931-510 ) – please reach out to get her number 3