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Victor Cardoso

Victor Cardoso

Sines Municipality,15

Summary

Technical Support Specialist with hands-on experience in Linux-based environments, network troubleshooting (TCP, UDP, DNS, VPN), and cloud technologies (Azure, Docker). Proficient in managing ticketing systems (Zendesk, osTicket) and delivering high-quality remote support while ensuring 93%-96% customer satisfaction. Skilled in vulnerability assessment, network traffic analysis (Wireshark), and virtualization technologies. Passionate about continuous learning, currently expanding expertise in Splunk and pursuing CompTIA Security+ Certification to enhance security and network management skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client-Focused Crew Member

Burger King
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong problem-solving and communication skills by resolving customer issues in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve service workflows, reducing response times and enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service and support, transferable to IT service desk roles.

Restaurant Team Member

McDonald's
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Built incident resolution and escalation experience by handling customer complaints and ensuring timely solutions, achieving a 93% satisfaction rate.
  • Optimized inventory management processes, applying process improvement principles relevant to IT workflows.
  • Maintained 100% accuracy in operational protocols, demonstrating attention to detail and adherence to standards.

Documentation Specialist & Sales Support

BR Guns LLC
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Gained experience in remote support and documentation by assisting customers and managing sales workflows.
  • Streamlined task tracking using Trello, improving efficiency by 25%, similar to IT documentation and task management practices.
  • Created and maintained 80+ sales contracts, ensuring compliance and proper documentation.

Skills

  • Ticketing Systems (Jira, osTicket)
  • Troubleshooting
  • Documentation
  • VPN (OpenVPN, Wireguard)
  • DNS
  • TCP/IP
  • Wireshark
  • Network Traffic Analysis
  • Linux (Debian, Ubuntu Server)
  • Azure Fundamentals
  • Docker
  • Virtual Machines
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Team Collaboration
  • Remote support
  • Software installation
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Customer experience management

Projects

Help Desk Ticketing System Implementation on Azure
Set up and documented a ticketing system using osTicket on Azure, demonstrating expertise in cloud platforms, ticket lifecycle management, and issue documentation to prevent recurrence.

github.com/shoganaich/azure-osticket


Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark on Azure
Conducted network traffic analysis using Wireshark on Azure virtual machines, implementing network security groups and enhancing network security practices.

github.com/shoganaich/azure-traffic-inspect


IT Infrastructure Management (Personal Project)

  • Configured a Linux-based home server environment using Docker to host services and test deployments.
  • Set up a Pi-hole DNS server, reducing unwanted traffic and improving network efficiency by 30%.
  • Established secure remote access using VPN solutions (Wireguard, and Tailscale), enhancing security and connectivity.

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+ (In Progress) – Expected Feb 2025
    Focus Areas: Network Security, Risk Management, Data Protection
  • Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate – Aug 2024
    Focus Areas: Data Security, Fraud Detection, Risk Assessment, Network Security
  • IT Professional Certificate – CourseCareers – Mar 2024
    Focus Areas: IT Support Basics, Networking, Hands-on Cloud (Azure) Experience

Timeline

Client-Focused Crew Member

Burger King
07.2024 - Current

Restaurant Team Member

McDonald's
06.2022 - 06.2024

Documentation Specialist & Sales Support

BR Guns LLC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Victor Cardoso