Matt James

IT Officer/IT Engineer at ROLLER

Matt.aaron.james@gmail.com

045-036-4658

Melbourne, VIC 3000

Professional Summary

Innovative and driven entrepreneur with a solid background in Information Technology and Cloud Computing. Committed to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest digital products and services. Possesses a Master's degree and a passion for professional development. Seeking a dynamic and challenging work environment to apply my skills and knowledge while further developing my creative abilities. Proven track record of successfully leading teams and delivering high-quality results.

Work History

IT Officer/ IT Engineer

Roller Software | Melbourne, VIC | 10/2021 - Present

  • Successfully implemented Azure Active Directory (AD) company-wide, enhancing the security and efficiency of our user authentication process.
  • Designed and implemented configuration profiles for both Mac and Windows devices, setting predefined settings and facilitating automated software installations.
  • Conducted a thorough evaluation of security software options, ultimately selecting and deploying CrowdStrike Falcon across all company devices.
  • Analyzed top Web Application Firewall (WAF) logs in Datadog to proactively identify and mitigate potential security threats, ensuring the protection of company systems and data.
  • Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance of over 170 devices.
  • Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
  • Managed the procurement process for all IT hardware company-wide, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of equipment while maintaining an accurate inventory.
  • Engineered a CI/CD pipeline for automated email signature generation, enhancing operational efficiency. Deployed and maintained on Amazon S3 for reliable and secure asset management.

IT Support Specialist Intern

Harris HMC | Melbourne, VIC | 01/2021 - 11/2022

  • Upgraded and maintained Active Directory and Remote Management System for the team of approximately 150 users, ensuring optimal performance and security.
  • Deployed, supported, and repaired desktop and laptop systems using Standard Operating Environment (SOE), resolving technical issues promptly and efficiently.
  • Developed Knowledge Base articles in Confluence to provide clear and concise technical documentation for internal staff, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Diagnosed and resolved connectivity and network issues, including cellular, Wi-Fi, LAN, VPN, fiber, and NBN connections, minimizing downtime and optimizing system performance.

Education

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology

Melbourne, VIC | Masters Degree: Business Information Technology | 2021

Birmingham-Southern College

Birmingham, Alabama USA | Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration | 2019

Certifications

Skills

  • Network administration and maintenance
  • Cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Cybersecurity and data privacy
  • Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
  • Microsoft Azure, Intune
  • Microsoft Office 365, G Suite
  • CrowdStrike
  • Azure DevOps
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Active Directory
  • Confluence, Jira
  • Group Policy
  • ISO 2700
  • SOC 2
  • Kandji

Accomplishments

  • Founded and managed a drop shipping business called The Athletes Gun using Shopify that sold massage guns for athletes.
  • Participated in a collaborative hackathon where our team successfully developed an interactive Slackbot using LLMs.
  • Designed, assembled, and configured a high-performance Ethereum mining rig with a hashrate of 210 MH/s, optimizing system performance and profitability.
  • Led a team project during university to redesign the website architecture of the Australian Psychology Society, enhancing user experience and usability.