Sean Conrad
Grantham, New Hampshire • 603-***-**** • **********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior Desktop Support Analyst with 25+ years supporting enterprise IT environments, engineering systems, and global user populations. Specialized in Microsoft 365 administration, identity and access management, email systems, Defender security, Entra ID, Active Directory, software license management, and Cybersecurity operations. Known for improving system up-time, resolving complex escalations, and supporting mission-critical engineering programs (CAD, PLM, PDM). Seeking a long-term role focused on enterprise support, identity, M365, engineering system administration, user support.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Desktop Support Technician
Fidium Fiber May 2026 – Present
Support enterprise Windows 11 and macOS environments with secure, compliant workstation deployment.
Perform PC imaging, provisioning, and lifecycle management for new hires and role changes.
Execute IMAC services and provide high-touch desk-side and remote support across multiple regional offices.
Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues to maintain high service up-time.
Install and configure specialized applications and perform hardware refreshes.
Serve as primary technical contact, resolving escalated issues and ensuring strong customer experience.
Resolve VPN connection issues for remote users
Sr. Desktop Support Analyst / Site Administrator
ESAB Welding & Cutting September 2011 – April 2026
Served as final escalation point for enterprise support for 2,200+ global users; led and mentored all site administrators and help desk staff.
Supported engineering programs including Windchill PLM/PDMLink, SolidWorks PDM, PTC Creo, AutoCAD, and all associated worker machines as well as network licensing servers.
Managed workstation life-cycle: SCCM imaging, computer and device deployment, upgrades, patching, and hardware standardization.
Administered Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Defender, Entry ID, and Endpoint Protection.
Performed identity and access management: user account creation, permissions, security groups, roles, license assignment, MFA, SSO, and conditional access.
Conducted Active Directory administration (on-prem and cloud), including user/device management and access permissions.
Monitored service health and performed tenant maintenance across M365 and Entra ID.
Managed privileged access systems including DUO and Microsoft Authenticator.
Performed Cybersecurity tasks including threat monitoring, incident response, and Defender alert monitoring.
Oversaw engineering workflows, CAD integration, network licensing, and PDM/PLM system stability, Software Asset Management.
Served as Bomgar/Beyond Trust remote support administrator and trainer for global IT staff.
CORE SKILLS
Enterprise Identity, Access & Security
Entra ID • Azure AD • Active Directory • MFA • SSO • Conditional Access • Security Groups • Privileged Access • DUO • Microsoft Authenticator • Defender • Endpoint Protection • Cybersecurity Monitoring • Threat Detection
Microsoft 365 Administration
Exchange Online • Entra ID • Teams • SharePoint • OneDrive • Licensing • Roles & Permissions • Email Security • Tenant Health Monitoring
Engineering Systems & Programs
Windchill PDMLink • SolidWorks PDM • PTC Creo • AutoCAD • CAD Licensing • PDM/PLM Administration • Workflow Support • Engineering Server Maintenance
Infrastructure & Support
DNS • DHCP • TCP/IP • WiFi • VMWare • Imaging • Deployment • Patching • Lifecycle Management • BOMGAR/Beyond Trust Remote Support • Heimdal • Dameware •
Software License Management
Vendor coordination • License tracking • Compliance • Network licensing • Engineering application licensing
Tools & Processes
ServiceNow • BMC Remedy • Jira • Profwiz (Profile Migration) • PowerShell • SolarWinds • SCCM
CERTIFICATIONS
Fortinet Certified Associate – Cybersecurity (FCA) • Bomgar/Beyond Trust System Administration • Google Workspace Administration • Microsoft Azure Administration (In Progress)
EDUCATION
Manchester Technical College, Manchester, NH 2001–2003
Computer Science • Networking Essentials • TCP/IP • UNIX • Internet Technologies
TRAINING
SharePoint Administration
Azure Management Overview
Network Infrastructure Protection in Azure
Windchill PDMLink System & Business Administration
Google Workspace Administration Certification
Network Security Threat Landscape
Fortinet NSE 1, 2, 3 Fortinet Certified Associate (FSA)
Cybersecurity Zero Trust for Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Defender for Identity
Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert (MS-102) Prep
Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100) Prep
Cloud Management with Microsoft Intune
ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Prep
Project Management Foundations