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Muhammad Siddiqui

Westminster

Summary

Azure-certified IT professional (AZ-900, AZ-104) and CompTIA Network+ certified with over 3 years of experience in enterprise IT support and endpoint management. Proven expertise in Windows systems administration and network troubleshooting within high-demand environments, including the USA's largest automated shipping container terminal. Proficient in Active Directory, Microsoft 365 administration, workstation deployment, and cloud infrastructure management. Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and application issues while ensuring system reliability and security through effective vendor and team collaboration.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Desk Analyst

Cogo Systems Inc (Maersk - Port of Long Beach)
Long Beach
06.2023 - 03.2025
  • Delivered Tier 1 infrastructure support throughout a multi-year automation
  • Managed Active Directory and VoIP phones for users.
  • conference rooms—ensuring 100% executive satisfaction and zero disruptions.
  • Monitored and triaged 1,000+ network devices in a 24/7 land/rail/sea operation.
  • personally resolved 150–200 tickets monthly while documenting procedures for
  • future terminal conversions.
  • Drove cross-functional coordination with the NOC, 3rd-party vendors, and
  • project which reduced terminal labor costs by 70%, uniting new network systems
  • with technologically advanced heavy machinery and legacy machinery.
  • Deployed and supported endpoint environment for 200+ users: Windows laptops.
  • departments, assisting with change requests/patching, security access systems, and
  • server room authorization.

IT Support Specialist

CSULB 49ER FOUNDATION
Long Beach
06.2022 - 05.2023

• Assists in supporting applications, user computers, peripherals.

• Monitored Help Desk and assisted in resolving technical issues.

• Install and upgrade computer software and network equipment.

• Provided timely responses to internal client inquiries to enhance support experience.

• Research computer products on manufacturer websites for infrastructure compatibility.

• Assist system administrator with installation and maintenance of server hardware and software.

• Assist system administrator maintaining active directory and monitoring anti-virus server and computers to increase virus resistance.

• Diagnosed and resolved application and PC network connectivity issues to restore user access.

• Coordinate with third party software support to troubleshoot proprietary software.

• Ensure IT system compliance with industry standards and applicable laws.

Analyzed and evaluated system or equipment problems.

IT Support Specialist

Robert Half Technology
Los Angeles
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Displayed broad knowledge and repeated success installing, troubleshooting, and upgrading hardware and software for system to run strong
  • Achieved a track record of success identifying inaccuracies and technical issues within digital assets while implementing corrective solutions to resolve systematic errors
  • Contributed as a skilled team leader and trainer with a track record of directing multiple tasks effectively to ensure target completion of all deliverables
  • Provided technical support for hardware and software issues across various departments.
  • Assisted users in troubleshooting network connectivity and application-related concerns.
  • Maintained documentation for IT procedures and user guides for staff reference.

IT Support Specialist

TaxRise
Irvine
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Administered Active Directory for user account management, facilitating new accounts and deactivating outdated ones.
  • Installed and managed file and printer services to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Upgraded computer components and software to maintain system performance.
  • Troubleshot user issues promptly to minimize downtime and improve satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory of IT devices, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
  • Assisted with onboarding and offboarding processes, including accounts, keycards, and transponders.
  • Addressed end-user inquiries and concerns, providing timely technical assistance.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and services to support training and problem-solving efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

California State University, Northridge
Northridge
06-2021

GED -

Inglewood High School
Inglewood
06-2016

Skills

  • Network troubleshooting, DNS/DHCP
  • Layer 2/3 monitoring: SolarWinds, Horizon, EMCO
  • Windows/Windows Server, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
  • Workstation onboarding, provisioning, deployment
  • End-user management: Active Directory, Entra ID
  • Ticketing systems: ServiceNow, Zendesk
  • Server, hardware, and software installation/replacement
  • PC imaging, upgrades, repair, and policy configuration
  • Microsoft 365 / Office Suite
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Access filtering: Group Policy
  • SOPs & documentation: Confluence
  • Outlook, Exchange, OWA
  • MFA/2FA/TSV: Okta, 1Password, Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator
  • RFID technology
  • SharePoint / OneDrive
  • VoIP systems: RingCentral, Nextiva
  • OCR systems: Camco, ABB
  • CCTV systems: Ocularis
  • UPS / FedEx shipping operations
  • Audio/visual & conferencing support, Barco ClickShare
  • Remote desktop services
  • Cisco IOS routers/switches TCP/IP configurationAsset management & inventory tracking
  • CAT5/6 cable routing, RJ45, LAN, WAN, VLAN
  • Cisco IOS routers/switches

Certification

  • Microsoft Azure (AZ-900)
  • Microsoft Azure (AZ-104)
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Timeline

Service Desk Analyst

Cogo Systems Inc (Maersk - Port of Long Beach)
06.2023 - 03.2025

IT Support Specialist

CSULB 49ER FOUNDATION
06.2022 - 05.2023

IT Support Specialist

Robert Half Technology
05.2022 - 07.2022

IT Support Specialist

TaxRise
03.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

California State University, Northridge

GED -

Inglewood High School
Muhammad Siddiqui