Available for opportunities

Tulu
Bekele

IT Support Specialist

Solving technical problems and building reliable systems — one ticket at a time.

Tulu Bekele
3+
Years Experience
150+
Users Supported
Blaine, MN — Open to remote & hybrid

About Me

IT Support Specialist with 3+ years of hands-on experience delivering Tier 1–2 support across diverse environments. Skilled in system administration, networking, and endpoint management, with a proven ability to resolve issues quickly, improve IT processes, and support 150+ users.

Known for combining technical expertise with clear communication to keep systems secure, efficient, and users productive. Proficient in troubleshooting and supporting Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, with hands-on experience in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and endpoint management.

Strong background in networking (DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs) and IT infrastructure, with a focus on system reliability, security, and efficient user support.

🖥️

System Administration

Active Directory, Azure AD, user provisioning & access control

🌐

Networking

VLANs, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN, Cisco & TP-Link switches

🛡️

Security & Compliance

MFA, IAM, Okta, ITIL best practices, security patching

📱

Endpoint Management

Intune, JAMF, MDM for full Windows & macOS device lifecycle

Technical Skills

A broad toolkit built through real-world experience across diverse IT environments.

⚙️

Technical Skills

Active Directory User & Group Mgmt DNS / DHCP VLANs / TCP/IP VPNs Tier 1–2 Support MFA / IAM Okta Nakivo Backup Hyper-V / Proxmox
🔧

Tools & Platforms

Microsoft 365 Outlook / Teams SharePoint ServiceNow Jira Atera Intune JAMF MDM Zoom / Slack GitHub
💻

Systems & OS

Windows 10/11 macOS Ubuntu Linux CentOS / Kali Azure AD Cisco Switches TP-Link QNAP Clonezilla

Projects

To add screenshots: save images to the images/ folder and update the src attribute on each project card below.

Enterprise Server Deployment screenshot
01

Enterprise Server Deployment & Infrastructure Setup

Designed and deployed a production-ready server environment including hardware installation (SSD, CPU, RAM, RAID) and full system configuration with Active Directory, DFS, and multiple VMs.

Backup and Disaster Recovery screenshot
02

Backup & Disaster Recovery (Nakivo on Proxmox)

Researched, selected, and deployed Nakivo within a Proxmox virtualized environment. Configured automated backups, recovery processes, and tested failover scenarios for business continuity.

Nextcloud deployment screenshot
03

Private Cloud File System (Nextcloud)

Deployed and configured Nextcloud on Proxmox to provide secure, centralized document management with user access control and file sharing as an alternative to traditional network drives.

Network IDF build-out screenshot
04

Network Infrastructure Setup (IDF Build-Out)

Built and configured a complete Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF), including patch panel installation, cable management, switch configuration, VLANs, and reliable LAN/WAN connectivity.

GitHub documentation screenshot
05

Technical Documentation & Knowledge Base

Created detailed technical documentation including step-by-step setup guides, troubleshooting procedures, and SOPs to improve team knowledge sharing and reduce recurring resolution time.

Windows 11 migration screenshot
06

PC Migration: Windows 10 → 11 (150+ Devices)

Planned and executed a large-scale migration of 150+ PCs from Windows 10 to Windows 11 using Clonezilla imaging workflows, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuity for all end users.

Experience

Proven track record delivering reliable IT support across diverse environments.

IT System Support (Contract)
🏢 Flame Metals Processing · Rogers, MN 📅 February 2024 – Present Current
  • Provide Tier 1–2 support for 150+ users across Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile — resolving incidents via ServiceNow per ITIL best practices.
  • Administer Active Directory, Exchange, DNS, DHCP, DFS, File/Print Services, and SQL Server Express environments.
  • Manage user provisioning/deprovisioning, security group assignments, and permissions for onboarding and offboarding.
  • Configure and maintain Cisco & TP-Link switches, assign VLANs, deploy fiber cabling, and ensure secure LAN/WAN and VPN connectivity.
  • Implement endpoint management using Intune, JAMF, and MDM tools for full Windows/macOS device lifecycle management.
  • Executed migration of 150+ PCs from Windows 10 to 11 using Clonezilla imaging workflows.
  • Administer backup and recovery (Nakivo, Hyper-V, Proxmox, QNAP, Wasabi) to support business continuity requirements.
  • Author and maintain technical documentation (GitHub knowledge base, SOPs) to accelerate incident resolution.
IT System Support Intern
🏢 North Star NP · Saint Paul, MN 📅 September 2023 – January 2024
  • Configured and deployed laptops for employees with proper security settings.
  • Used Atera RMM to track IT tickets and monitor system performance.
  • Maintained and troubleshot network connectivity, VPN, and server issues.
  • Deployed, configured, and troubleshot macOS devices using MDM tools.
Information Systems Intern
🏢 Wisconsin Employee Trust Fund · Madison, WI 📅 Summer 2023
  • Provided remote IT support via Slack, Zoom, and remote desktop tools.
  • Assisted in Google Suite and Office 365 user management.
  • Documented IT processes and troubleshooting steps for common support issues.
  • Supported IT teams on security patching and OS updates for compliance.
  • Oversaw laptop lifecycle management including imaging, maintenance, and decommissioning.

Education & Certifications

🎓

B.S. in Information Technology

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Graduated Summa Cum Laude · GPA: 3.93/4.0
📜

Certifications

Technical Credentials
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Networking Technologies — Cisco Packet Tracer

Contact Me

Have a position to fill or want to discuss IT infrastructure? Let's talk.