
Timeline
About me
IT Support & Security Specialist | System Administrator | SOC Analyst | Information Security | CompTIA Network+ & Security+ Certified
Education

Illinois institute of technology
2020 - 2022Bachelor of science - bs information technology & management 3.83/4.0Activities and Societies: - Worked on hands-on IT projects, including deploying enterprise IT solutions and optimizing network performance.

City colleges of chicago-malcolm x college
2017 - 2019Associate of science - as computer science 3.8/4.0Activities and Societies: - Participated in technology clubs and IT security workshops, gaining hands-on experience. - Completed coursework in Networking Fundamentals, Computer Systems, and Cybersecurity Principles.

Illinois institute of technology
2022 - 2023Master of science - mas information technology & management (information & computer security) 3.8/4.0Activities and Societies: - Conducted research on threat detection and vulnerability management in enterprise environments. - Actively participated in cybersecurity workshops and IT security hackathons. - Specialized in network security, cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and cloud security.- Completed advanced coursework in Cybersecurity Risk Management, Ethical Hacking, and Digital Forensics.
Experience

City colleges of chicago-malcolm x college
May 2018 - Nov 2018Information technology intern- Configured and maintained user access controls and security settings for compliance.- Provided IT support for students, faculty, and staff, resolving technical issues with hardware and software.- Assisted with network troubleshooting, diagnosing connectivity issues, and optimizing network performance.- Collaborated with the IT team to analyze and resolve escalated technical issues, reducing resolution times and minimizing downtime.- Improved system functionality and performance by assisting in the configuration and setup of critical software, contributing to a 15% reduction in system errors and boosting overall user experience.- Enhanced system readiness by managing technology inventory with precision, ensuring hardware and software resources were available and operational, resulting in a 20% decrease in workflow disruptions. Show less
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American society for clinical pathology (ascp)
Jul 2021 - May 2022Information technology intern- Assisted in IT asset management, maintaining accurate documentation and inventory of devices.- Assisted in Active Directory management, including user accounts, group policies, and permissions.- Provided Tier 1 & 2 IT support, troubleshooting system and network issues to ensure seamless operations.- Assisted in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and network systems, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.- Accelerated issue resolution by collaborating with IT Services to escalate complex problems and directing inquiries to specialized technical professionals, achieving a 25% reduction in average resolution time. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
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Comptia network+ ce certification
ComptiaNov 2024 - View certificate

Comptia security+ ce certification
ComptiaAug 2024
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Yanlin ChenDean's List Illinois Institute of Technology Feb 2022 Earned a place on my college Dean's List for excellent scholarly achievement during the Fall 2021 semester at Illinois Tech.
- Awarded to Yanlin ChenDean's List Illinois Institute of Technology Aug 2021 Earned a place on my college Dean's List for excellent scholarly achievement during the Spring 2021 semester at Illinois Tech.
- Awarded to Yanlin ChenDean's List Illinois Institute of Technology Mar 2021 Earned a place on my college Dean's List for excellent scholarly achievement during the Fall 2020 semester at Illinois Tech.
- Awarded to Yanlin ChenPresidential Scholar Malcom X College May 2019
- Awarded to Yanlin ChenPresidential Scholar Malcolm X College Dec 2017
Languages
- enEnglish
- caCantonese
- maMandarin
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