Samantha L.

About Samantha L.

I\'m a Systems Administrator and IT Security professional with 3+ years of experience managing enterprise infrastructure, cloud identity platforms, and network security across MSP and corporate environments. I\'ve supported environments from 25 users to across healthcare and nonprofit sectors.My expertise spans Azure Entra ID, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Cisco/Meraki networking, and endpoint security at scale. I\'ve delivered infrastructure support to 20+ MSP clients, managed major organizational integrations, and architected networks ensuring 99.9% uptime. I\'ve reduced ticket resolution time 30% through the use of RMM tools and reduced asset discrepancies 25% through optimized lifecycle management.I hold an M.S. in Computer Science from Old Dominion University and maintain active certifications, including CASP+, CySA+, Security+, Linux+, AWS Cloud Practitioner, and Azure AZ-900. I\'m currently pursuing CCNA to deepen my networking expertise.I\'m targeting cloud infrastructure engineer and senior systems administrator roles focused on complex, enterprise-scale projects, with a preference for remote positions or opportunities in the Raleigh-Durham or Washington DC metro areas.

Experience

1. System Administrator

   Calvary Revival Church

   May 2025 — Present

   Administers Microsoft network infrastructure for staff using Active Directory and Azure Entra for centralized user/group management - Architects and maintains Cisco/Meraki network (firewalls, switches, routers) ensuring 99.9% uptime and secure remote access - Manages enterprise Apple device fleet via Apple Business Manager with zero-touch deployment and security policies - Designs technical playbooks reducing incident response time and enabling cross-team knowledge transfer

Education

• Old Dominion University

  Master of Science - MS, Computer Science