sooraj Shah
@soorajshah1
IT Officer specializing in network administration, technical support, and secure system uptime for large user teams.
What I'm looking for
I’m an experienced IT Officer with over 3 years of managing IT systems—providing technical support and resolving hardware, software, and network issues. I focus on improving system performance and user satisfaction, and I currently provide technical support to over 300 employees to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.
I manage and configure network devices including Cisco switches, routers, and wireless access points, and I administer FortiGate firewall for network security and performance monitoring. I also maintain user accounts through Active Directory and Google Workspace, oversee IT asset management, and collaborate with teams to implement IT improvements and optimize infrastructure.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Officer
Innovate Tech
Mar 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Provided technical support for 300+ employees and resolved hardware, software, and network issues to maintain reliable daily IT operations. Managed network devices (Cisco switches/routers/APs), administered FortiGate firewall, and handled user accounts via Active Directory and Google Workspace, along with IT asset management.
IT Intern
Innovate Tech
Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 (3 months)
Assisted with basic troubleshooting of hardware and software issues and set up desktops, laptops, and peripherals for new users. Performed RJ45 cable crimping and basic network setup, maintained IT asset records, and installed/updated operating systems and applications under supervision.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Islington College
BSc (Hons), Computer Networking & IT Security
2019 - 2022
Activities and societies: Hands-on labs and simulations aligned with real-world IT environments; modules included ethical hacking, network security, and cloud computing.
Completed a BSc (Hons) in Computer Networking & IT Security at Islington College, gaining knowledge in networking, cybersecurity, system administration, and IT infrastructure. Completed modules and hands-on labs covering ethical hacking, network security, and cloud computing.
Islington College
UAcademy Course, IT and Business
2018 - 2019
Completed the UAcademy course at Islington College, a foundation program preparing for undergraduate studies in IT and business. Built academic, research, and technical skills for higher education with emphasis on analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Model Multiple College
+2 in Science, Science
2015 - 2017
Activities and societies: Hands-on laboratory work and projects involving Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
Completed +2 in Science at Model Multiple College, studying Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. Developed practical laboratory skills and strengthened analytical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific reasoning through projects and experiments.
Shree Vinayak Eng. BOA. Higher Sec. School
SLC
2002 - 2015
Completed the SLC at Shree Vinayak Eng. BOA. Higher Sec. School with foundational education across core academic subjects. Built discipline, communication skills, and early problem-solving ability through coursework and school activities.
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