Richard Adams
Centreville,VA
Summary
Resourceful Specialist offering expertise in problem-solving, data analysis and customer service. Adept at quickly learning new technologies and processes for driving success. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and developing innovative solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tech Support Specialist (Internship)
LMMG
01.2023 - Current
- Manage and maintain IT infrastructure for LMMG with locations nationwide while also implementing new system checks.
- Provide end-user support for LMMG clients such as maintaining hardware performance, network connectivity, and software updates.
- Consult with LMMG client companies to provide web-based and network solutions along with strategic planning, and project leadership over systems migration, configuration, administration, upgrades and troubleshooting initiatives.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
Construction Specialist
Karp Remodeling
03.2021 - Current
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
- Assisted owners and project manager in budgeting, bidding and award of subcontractors.
Cyber Security Fellow
UMGC
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Completed 330+ hours of hands-on course material with 1:1 industry expert mentor oversight.
- Participated in 30+ real-world projects mastering skills in systems security, network security, application security, and cloud security.
- Participated in 30+ labs that bridge theory to practice mastering skills in vulnerability, risk assessment, penetration, and more.
Assistant Varsity Wrestling Coach
Forest Park High School
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted with organizing local wrestling tournaments or clinics to raise community awareness about sport while providing opportunities for students to hone their skills outside of traditional practice settings.
- Facilitated goal-setting sessions with wrestlers at beginning of each season, encouraging personal growth as well as team success.
- Directed and lead team practices while focusing on skills as well as player health and safety
RN/Certified Nursing Assistant
UChealth
12.2017 - 03.2021
- Worked in Surgical Trauma High Acuity Unit providing daily care and physical therapy in fast-paced, high stress environment.
- Actively participated in Unit Practice Council (UPC), contributing to improving hospital practices. I developed objectives and strategies to improve practices within Unit.
- Employed skills in Basic Life Support (BLS), -Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Crisis Management and De-escalation, Patient Care, Analytical Skills, and Record Keeping.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Education
Cyber Security -
Springboard, UMGC Cybersecurity Program
Adelphi, MD07.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO05.2019
Skills
- Linux Ubuntu
- Windows 7-11
- Unix
- SQL
- Python
- Bash
- Expert Problem Solving
- Documentation Management
- Quality Assurance
- Technical communication
- Incident Response
- Risk Mitigation
- Data Encryption
- Key Management
- Malware Analysis
- Intrusion Detection (IDS)
- Intrusion Prevention (IPS)
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)
- Vulnerability Scanning
Certification
CompTIA Security +, 09/01/23
CompTIA A+, Spring 2024
Timeline
Tech Support Specialist (Internship)
LMMG
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Varsity Wrestling Coach
Forest Park High School
10.2022 - Current
Cyber Security Fellow
UMGC
10.2022 - 07.2023
Construction Specialist
Karp Remodeling
03.2021 - Current
RN/Certified Nursing Assistant
UChealth
12.2017 - 03.2021
Cyber Security -
Springboard, UMGC Cybersecurity Program
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pikes Peak Community College
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