Uptime Institute, an independent division of The 451 Group, provides education, publications, consulting, certifications, conferences and seminars, independent research, and thought leadership for the enterprise data center industry and for data center professionals. / El Uptime Institue es una división independiente de The 451 Group, provee educación, publicaciones, consultoría, certificaciones, conferencias y seminarios, investigación independiente, y un fuerte liderazgo en la industria de los centros de datos
COVERING LETTER
Dear Ma'am/Sir,
I present myself, a young and dynamic individual looking out for challenging career opportunities. My professional qualification combined with employment record demonstrates my ability to analyze and solve problems and reflects commitment to first-rate performance.
I believe that further exposure to a large group as yours, coupled with the opportunity to work closely with professional management fosters a niche that would utilize and enhance my analytical and inter-personal skills. In an intellectually challenging and professional environment as yours I am certain of achieving further academic and professional growth.
Hoping to have inspired your interest in meeting me at a convenient time to discuss and judge my potentials to contribute to achieving your organizational goals and the possibility of letting me have an active part in your future successes.
Respectfully yours,
Karim Alaa
Helpdesk and Desktop Support Professional with a strong record of accomplishment with experience and training, including user support, staff training, capacity planning, and project management within a high-profile and very active organization. Over 15 years of Helpdesk Support with technical knowledge of Desktop, Network and Data Management Systems, and practical skills in Training, Management and Supervision, along with a strong and demonstrated customer orientation.
Uptime Institute, an independent division of The 451 Group, provides education, publications, consulting, certifications, conferences and seminars, independent research, and thought leadership for the enterprise data center industry and for data center professionals. / El Uptime Institue es una división independiente de The 451 Group, provee educación, publicaciones, consultoría, certificaciones, conferencias y seminarios, investigación independiente, y un fuerte liderazgo en la industria de los centros de datos
COVERING LETTER
Dear Ma'am/Sir,
I present myself, a young and dynamic individual looking out for challenging career opportunities. My professional qualification combined with employment record demonstrates my ability to analyze and solve problems and reflects commitment to first-rate performance.
I believe that further exposure to a large group as yours, coupled with the opportunity to work closely with professional management fosters a niche that would utilize and enhance my analytical and inter-personal skills. In an intellectually challenging and professional environment as yours I am certain of achieving further academic and professional growth.
Hoping to have inspired your interest in meeting me at a convenient time to discuss and judge my potentials to contribute to achieving your organizational goals and the possibility of letting me have an active part in your future successes.
Respectfully yours,
Karim Alaa
Helpdesk and Desktop Support Professional with a strong record of accomplishment with experience and training, including user support, staff training, capacity planning, and project management within a high-profile and very active organization. Over 15 years of Helpdesk Support with technical knowledge of Desktop, Network and Data Management Systems, and practical skills in Training, Management and Supervision, along with a strong and demonstrated customer orientation.
1. STERLING T MUSHOLT
S.MUSHOLT@GMAIL.COM I 217-430-7943 I LINKEDIN.COM/IN/MUSHOLT
TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST
Specialist of Computer Technology • Over 10 Years of Customer Support and Key Roles in Project
Implementation of Computer Technology • Local Support for more than 600 Users and Remote
Support for more than 5,000 Users •
Manage Operational Activities Day-To-Day Tier 2 Technical Support
Manage and Plan End User Moves Support Citrix Xen Technologies
Lead New Technology Deployments Maintain Equipment Inventory
Develop End User Documentation Analyze and Report on Incident Resolution
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Health Care Service Corporation 2005–Present
Client Technologies Specialist Quincy, IL 2014-Present
Client Technologies Analyst Quincy, IL 2011-2014
Jr. Client Technology Analyst Quincy, IL 2006-2011
Computer Technician Internship (Kelly Services Contractor) Quincy, IL 2005-2006
Started as an Internship while finishing school. Once hired on full time I was promoted as I took on more
responsibility in teams and projects in addition to the Day-To-Day Tier 2 Technical Support.
Notable achievements:
2008 – Silver ITG Divisional 5 Star Team Award for an ITG Transformation Strategy that my team
designed and executed.
Certificate of Recognition for outstanding performance and lasting contribution to the success of
the LAN & Voice Telecommunication Refresh Program. 2010-2012
2012 – Gold ITG Divisional 5 Star Cross Functional Team Award for VoIP Development and
Deployment.
Certificate of Appreciation for identifying a hardware issue effecting several hundred devices and
managing the project to repair each device. 2012
Certificate of Recognition for outstanding performance and lasting contribution to the success of
the Windows 7 and Desktop Virtualization Project. 2011-2014
2015 – Bronze ITG Divisional 5 Star Functional Team Award for Telco Service Inventory & Clean
Up Project.
Certificate of Appreciation in Exceeding expected responsibilities by showing initiative to solving
the VMS 1.0 retail application issue. 2016
Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of the successful efforts to improve CASD Incident
Management Data Analysis and Reporting. (Developed Interaction Level Reporting for Incident
Management Data and Request Management Data.) 2016
Liberty Fire Protection District 2013-Present
Volunteer Firefighter Liberty, IL 2013-Present
Respond to public emergencies for vehicle accidents, fires, medical assistance, and storm spotting.
Provide and teach public fire safety and awareness to the local school and community
2015 Completed and passed the Illinois State Fire Marshall Firefighter 2 Certification
Certified by the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers in CPR and AED
2. Tri-State School Sales 2003-2005
PC Technician and Warehouse Inventory Specialist Quincy, IL 2003-2005
Performed computer diagnostics and repairs
Maintained inventory organization for entire warehouse
Implemented a system to inventory and track inventory damages and returns
KHQA TV-7 2002
Master Control Operator Quincy, IL 2002
Controlled aired broadcast for TV Station keeping programs and commercials on time
Maintained log of all programs and commercials being aired
Prepared programs, tapes, and commercials for airing
Quincy Gymnastics 1999-2006
PC Technician, Customer Service, and Sound Technician Quincy, IL 1999-2006
Supervised adults and children for different events and parties
Maintained all computers running different business activities such as Class Registration and
computer based Employee Time Clock
Performed all sound system installation, maintenance, and changes including sound for multiple
Gymnastics Competitions both on and off site
Performed other jobs as needed
EDUCATION
Diploma of Computer Technology, 2006 • Vatterott College, Quincy, IL
General Courses and Computer Technology, 2004 • John Wood Community College, Quincy, IL
High School Diploma, 2003 • Quincy Senior High School, Quincy, IL
TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Comp TIA A+ Certification November 2010
Walt Medak Basic Definity System Administration April 2007
Walt Medak Advanced Definity System Administration August 2007
ITIL Version 3 Foundations Certification October 2008
Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point, Outlook, Visio, Project)
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft SQL
Citrix XenApp and Citrix XenDesktop
Lotus Notes
Windows 10, Windows 8.1 Windows 7, and Windows XP
Business Objects 11
Crystal Reports
Avaya/Definity/Audix Administration
Cisco Call Manager
Novell
Adobe Products
Certified Lenovo Warranty Technician
HP Printers