Aspiring System Administrator

Obsessed with System Administration

Greetings and Salutations. My name is Justin Collins and I am currently aspiring to become a system administrator. If you want some proof, please take a look at my projects!

What I’m working on

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Home Virtualization Lab

Built Home Networking Lab using Dell Enterprise and Business Class Hardware to simulate an enterprise network, with vulnerable machines, virtualized servers, and self-hosted services. Deployed a Dell T7600 using Proxmox 7.4 as Lvl 1 Hypervisor. currently running multiple VMs including; Ubuntu 22.04 Server and 22.04 Desktop, Windows 10 VM with...

Projects

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CompTIA Security+ CE


Company: IT Technician

Experience

IT Technician
The Riverwoods Group,
Exeter, NH | July, 2021 - August, 2022

  • Manage the installation, design, and network infrastructure of 1000+ computers
  • Deliver desktop support and technical training on software, hardware, and network troubleshooting to 700+ end users
  • Coordinate all aspects of helpdesk and ticketing system, including network installation, maintenance, and support
  • Deliver PC support via phone, email, RDP, and site visits to 50+ customers daily
  • Utilize effective preventive and predictive maintenance techniques for computer repair and maintenance
  • Successfully maintained up to thirty open requests simultaneously, resolving issue in a timely and effective manner.

IT Support Specialist
New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp,
Laconia, NH | March, 2019 - March, 2021

  • Performed a variety of computer repair and maintenance activities, including onsite repairs, replacements of parts.
  • Traveled to on site locations in a 60-mile range, maintaining extended communications with clients to ensure maximum client satisfaction
  • Successfully maintained up to twenty open requests simultaneously, resolving issues within 3 hours of arriving on site
  • Evaluated system performance of 500+ machines to plan and execute software and hardware upgrades across the enterprise
  • Employed effective troubleshooting techniques and process initiatives

Desktop Support Analyst
Robert Half Inc. - Dover School District,
Dover, NH, USA | September, 2022 - June, 2023

  • Manage the installation, design, and network infrastructure of 1000+ computers Provide PC and Chrome OS support to Dover School Students, Staff and Faculty via phone, RDP, and in-person troubleshooting
  • Manage the installation and administration of District software according to established ITS policies and procedures.
  • Use approved techniques and methodology to repair and maintain district equipment including but not limited to; Projectors, Smart Interactive Displays, Windows Laptops, Chrome OS Devices, Printers, and Cisco VOIP Phone Systems.
  • Manage the maintenance and repair of Papercut print server applications throughout the District on Windows Based machines.

IT Technician
SAU 11, Dover School District,
Dover, NH, USA | July, 2023 - January, 1970

  • Manage the installation, design, and network infrastructure of 1000+ computers Provide PC and Chrome OS support to Dover School Students, Staff and Faculty via phone, RDP, and in-person troubleshooting
  • Manage the installation and administration of District software according to established ITS policies and procedures including the NHSDPA and HIPPA
  • Use approved techniques and methodology to repair and maintain district equipment including but not limited to; projectors, interactive displays, Windows laptops and desktops, Chrome OS devices, printers, and Cisco VOIP phone systems.
  • Manage the maintenance and repair of Papercut print server applications throughout the district on Windows based machines.
  • Assist with organization, configuration, and deployment of Aruba network stacks and wireless access points throughout multiple locations.
  • Provided assistance and input with IT Director and Platform Manager to review, select, and plan for future implementation of replacement VOIP telecom and intercom solutions for school district.
  • Assist with design, implementation, configuration, deployment, and management of GrandStream VOIP telecom and intercom systems for entirety of district encompassing several locations

Certifications

Badges & Skills

Education

Associate in Science in IT - Networking
NHTI - Concord's Community College August, 2017 - December, 2018