MICHAEL

Technical Support Specialist / Technical Writer
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Work experience

  • Technical Support Specialist / Technical Writer

    New Mexico State University (NMSU)
    2022.08-2024.07(2 years)
    • Provided real-time technical support to faculty and students using Canvas, Zoom, and Respondus Lockdown Browser, utilizing Jira for ticket tracking and TeamViewer for remote assistance, achieving a 98% satisfaction rate and ensuring seamless end-user experience. • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues across Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016+ environments, leveraging Jira for ticket management and TeamViewer for remote troubleshooting, achieving a 95% first-contact resolution rate and reducing downtime by 25%. • Managed and configured VPN clients and firewall settings to ensure secure remote access for users, enhancing data security and minimizing unauthorized access risks. • Installed and configured disk encryption and antivirus software to comply with IT security best practices, strengthening endpoint security and reducing vulnerabilities. • Administered and maintained Active Directory user accounts, ensuring proper authentication, access control, and compliance with security protocols. • Conducted system installations and configurations using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and Jamf Pro, streamlining deployment processes and reducing installation time by 30%. • Monitored and optimized network performance using PRTG Network Monitor and Wireshark, diagnosing connectivity issues and maintaining 99.9% network uptime. • Managed file, print, and license servers within a Windows Server 2016+ environment, ensuring efficient resource allocation and seamless user access. • Developed and maintained IT documentation in Confluence and SharePoint, standardizing troubleshooting procedures and reducing ticket resolution time by 35%. • Diagnosed and repaired PC hardware, printers, and peripherals, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing disruptions for end-users. • Installed and configured software applications, including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and VPN clients, ensuring proper admin rights and user permissions for secure usage.
  • Helpdesk/Communication Specialist

    HidTech
    2018.01-2020.07(3 years)
    • Resolved 90% of technical issues via remote support using Zendesk and Microsoft Teams, leveraging Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and TeamViewer for efficient troubleshooting. • Installed, configured, and maintained Windows and Mac OS systems using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and Jamf Pro, ensuring a smooth user experience and minimizing setup time. • Monitored network performance using PRTG Network Monitor and Wireshark, addressing connectivity issues and maintaining uptime by proactively resolving bottlenecks and outages. • Documented troubleshooting steps and solutions in Confluence and SharePoint, building a comprehensive knowledge base that reduced repeat issues and improved team efficiency Achievement Highlights • Resolved 95% of technical issues on first contact, improving Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) scores by 40% and ensuring timely support for end-users. • Designed and implemented a centralized documentation system using Confluence, reducing ticket resolution time by 30% and enhancing team efficiency. • Streamlined document tracking processes with SharePoint, reducing retrieval time by 45% and improving inventory management accuracy. • Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve escalated technical issues, achieving a 35% reduction in errors and improving overall system reliability.

Educational experience

  • New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM

    Masters in English (Technical and Professional Communication)
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