Clifford W. Blizzard is seeking a Computer Information Technology position utilizing his flexibility, strong work ethic, and multitasking abilities. He has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Technology from Purdue University and an Associate's degree from Central Texas College. His experience includes internships providing IT support, imaging computers, and configuring intrusion detection systems. He also has experience managing IT accounts and supervising personnel as an Information Systems Security Officer in the military.

1. Clifford W. Blizzard
2055 Modesto CT. • Greenfield, IN 46140 • (317) 498-2370 • cblizzar@iupui.edu
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a Computer Information Technology opportunity that utilizes my flexibility, strong work ethic, and multitasking
abilities.
EDUCATION
Purdue School ofEngineering and Technology, IUPUI Indianapolis. IN Graduation: May 2016
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology GPA: 3.7
Dual Concentration in Information Security and Networking Systems
Dean’s List Spring 2012, Fall 2013, Spring 2015
Veteran’s National Honor Society
Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society
Central Texas College Killeen, TX August 1999
Associates of Arts in General Studies Education GPA: 3.3
COMPUTER SKILLS
 Worked on severalgroup projects to include a webpage and menus for a local business, A Security Assessment
and IT risk plan for the Living lab at IUPUI,A project to extend the Bluetooth range, and a project to prevent
hacking involving Kali and a Wi-Fi pineapple
 Database design and management training (including some SQL programming)
 HTML programming
 Experience setting up and working with Ethernet and wireless networks
 Extensive knowledge of entire Microsoft Office suite
 Experience with IT Risk Assessments and Digital Forensics
IT EXPERIENCE
RPM Technologies Indianapolis, IN 2016
Student Intern
 Served at a 5 man help-desk by providing on site IT services; such as basic software and hardware support
 Responsible for offering help desk support to all RPM Technology customers including: providing technical
assistance and support for issues related to computer systems, hardware,or software
 responding to queries in a timely manner (first-in first-out based on priority)
 working with management to determine recurring malfunctions in an effort to create and implement solutions.
 Assisted with the on-boarding of new users through the facilitation of new computer deployment.
 Replace/repair current equipment and refurbish outdated equipment for donation.
 Complete user setups and changes, including installing, modifying and repairing computer hardware and
software.
 Provide additional support and manage projects as needed.
Simon Property Group Indianapolis, IN 2013
Student Intern
 Imaged and installed end-user software on computers and setup printers for new Simon employees
 Responded to various computer help tickets for various software and hardware issues
 Communicated with Simon employees on troubleshooting various computer/printer needs
IUPUI Living Lab Indianapolis, IN 2013
Student Intern
 Installed and configured SNORT from a virtual drive using a physical HP Compaq Server as an Intrusion and
detection system for the two lab room computers using vSphere
 Perform various hardware and software installations for two different clients
 Utilized various Linux commands to troubleshoot SNORT configuration

2.  Clifford W. Blizzard (cont)
 2055 Modesto CT. • Greenfield, IN 46140 • (317) 498-2370 • cblizzar@iupui.edu
Troubleshot various network errors to include re-fabrication of Cat 5 cables, troubleshooting switches, and routers
801st Main Support Battalion FT Campbell, KY 2002-2003
Information Systems Security Officer
 Served as Information Systems Security Officer or a company of 375 personnel
 Managed IT accounts,software,and email accounts
 Imaged 380 PCs for a client in less than 1 week
 Supervised up to 2 IT personnel and assisted customers in acquiring and troubleshooting email software,
hardware,and network problems
 Provided customers and shops with network access by coordinating with higher headquarters
ADDITIONALEXPERIENCE
Advance Auto Parts Clarksville, TN 2002-2009
Department Manager
 Supervised up to 5 personnel and assisted customers in acquiring products as needed
 Closed registers at night prepared deposits, counted safe,Received and consolidated orders
 Prepared invoices and completed transactions for parts delivered
 Provided commercial customers and shops with parts by ordering and delivering parts and supplies, supervised
two delivery drivers
Ginn Group, BAE Systems FT Campbell, KY 2004-2010
Quality Assurance Analyst
 Performed Quality Assurance (QA) inspections of ground equipment maintenance and repair, in support of
Organizational and Direct Support level maintenance described in the performance work statement (PWS) IAW
the Quality Control Plan (QCP) under the FIRST (Field Installation Readiness Support Team) contract
 Advised the Maintenance Manager on performance by evaluation inspection results and customer complaints.
Assured that the work and quality of work are performed according to the PWS/contract,QCP,and reports of
violations of logistical practices sent to the Maintenance Manager and recommended corrective action
 Recommended actions in response to contractor's request for U.S. Government requirements to the Maintenance
Manager
 Recommended to the Assistant Project Officer/Project Officer on actions in response to PAs request for U.S.
Government requirements
MILITARYEXPERIENCE
US Army (Various Positions) Worldwide 1983-2003
 Served as an Automotive Maintenance Technician/Battalion Maintenance officer responsible for the Direct
Support/Organizational maintenance in a Main Support Battalion, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) in
support of 35 customer units
 Supervised the work flow and production of 11 Non-Commissioned Officers and 41 subordinate soldiers
 Maintained a credit card account used for purchasing parts and supplies with a twenty-five thousand dollar limit
 Served as company Environmental Quality Officer
 Served as Information Systems Officer