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Education
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Work Preference
Timeline

Joshua Mineros

System Admin
St Isidore,Ontario

Summary

Experienced IT manager with a background in field technician roles, with a track record of problem-solving and delivering results. Expertise in network infrastructure, systems administration, and cybersecurity.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

System Administrator

Acorn Early Learning Centre
Ottawa, ON
01.2023 - Current
  • Oversee installation and configuration of software and hardware, manage network infrastructures, and ensure system reliability and performance
  • Enhance system security through continuous upgrades and implement robust training programs to elevate staff technical proficiency
  • Maintain rigorous compliance standards through effective documentation management and expedited IT service ticket resolution.

IT Manager

Levac Propane Levac Inc
St Isidore, ON
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Oversee installation and configuration of software and hardware, manage network infrastructures, and ensure system reliability and performance
  • Enhance system security through continuous upgrades and implement robust training programs to elevate staff technical proficiency
  • Maintain rigorous compliance standards through effective documentation management and expedited IT service ticket resolution
  • Compile and deliver weekly reports to executive management, providing critical strategic planning and decision-making insights.

System Administrator

Ginga Technology Solutions
Ottawa, ON
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Expertly install, configure, and optimize software and hardware setups and manage robust network infrastructure to ensure seamless operational continuity
  • Implement stringent security measures and system upgrades to safeguard organizational data and enhance system functionality
  • Design and deliver technical training programs, ensuring staff proficiency in current and emerging IT practices
  • Efficiently resolve IT service tickets and rigorously uphold compliance protocols to meet industry and internal standards.

Field Technician

Focal Systems
Ottawa, ON
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Proficient in installing, configuring, and maintaining various technical equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
  • Onboard and train new team members, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in a dynamic field environment
  • Prepare and deliver detailed reports, providing insights into equipment performance and project outcomes to support decision-making processes.

IT Security Analyst

Canada Air Transportation Security Authority
Ottawa, ON
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Incident response efforts to quickly address and mitigate security incidents, reducing potential impacts on business operations
  • Develop and implement comprehensive security policies and procedures, aligning with industry best practices and regulatory requirements
  • Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats and countermeasures, incorporating new technologies and strategies into security plans
  • Foster a continuous learning and improvement culture, regularly updating skills and knowledge in a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance security awareness and adherence to best practices throughout the organization.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Computer System Technology

George Brown College
Current

Diploma - Cyber Security Analyst

Willis College
April 2021

Skills

  • Operating systems:
  • Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
  • Hardware Knowledge:
  • CPU, RAM, Motherboard, Storage, Graphic Cards
  • Security and Networks: Familiarity with physical, network, and software security
  • Knowledge of compliance regulations and standards like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and CCPA
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Hardware Expertise
  • Hardware and Software Installation
  • Technical Support
  • File System Administration
  • Hardware Provision Management
  • System Upgrades
  • Specification Understanding
  • Device Configuration
  • Offboarding and Onboarding
  • Technical Specifications
  • Third-Party Integration
  • Diagnosing Issues
  • Defect Detection and Resolution
  • Infrastructure Updates
  • Server Maintenance
  • Technical Analysis
  • Workstation Maintenance
  • Update Configurations
  • Install Hardware
  • Data Backups
  • Virtual Machine Operation
  • IP Addressing and Subnetting
  • Parts Inventory Management
  • Set Up Applications
  • DNS Lookup
  • LAN and WAN Control
  • VMware and Oracle (VM)
  • Packet Loss Testing
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • New Technology Integration
  • Mobile Device Management
  • Network Migration
  • Hardware Updating
  • Permissions and Access Control
  • Router Installation and Optimization
  • Automation Management
  • VoIP Systems
  • Cloud Management
  • Network Firewall Management
  • Virtualization
  • Programming
  • Kali Linux
  • Tenable Nessus
  • Network Security Measures
  • Remediation Activities
  • Operational Improvements
  • Cybersecurity Policy Development
  • Diagnostic Tools
  • Threat Detection
  • Designing Security Controls
  • Managing Security Breaches
  • Security Improvements
  • CIS Compliance
  • Software Deployment
  • Confidential Data Protection
  • Incident Response Management
  • Video Surveillance Systems
  • Security Systems Knowledge
  • PCI Compliance
  • Continuity Monitoring
  • Developing Security Plans
  • Compliance with Security Requirements
  • Design Modification
  • Implementing Security Programs
  • Protecting Networks
  • Security Recommendations
  • Infrastructure Change
  • Security Maintenance
  • Computer Network Defense
  • Monitoring Computer Viruses
  • Virtual Local Area Networks
  • Surveillance System Monitoring
  • Wire Shark Software
  • Erecting Firewalls
  • Nagios Monitoring Software
  • Encryption
  • Phishing
  • Multi-Factor Authentication

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Work from home optionPaid time offWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hours4-day work weekStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Timeline

System Administrator - Acorn Early Learning Centre
01.2023 - Current
IT Manager - Levac Propane Levac Inc
01.2023 - 11.2023
Field Technician - Focal Systems
09.2022 - 12.2022
IT Security Analyst - Canada Air Transportation Security Authority
05.2022 - 07.2022
System Administrator - Ginga Technology Solutions
05.2021 - 08.2022
George Brown College - Advanced Diploma, Computer System Technology
Willis College - Diploma, Cyber Security Analyst
Joshua MinerosSystem Admin