Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
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Michelle Machia

Chloorkop 9 Watt Street

Summary

IT professional with solid experience in diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues. Skilled in providing technical support, managing helpdesk tickets, and ensuring seamless operation of IT systems. Proven ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and liaise with users to improve IT functionality.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support Engineer

Momentum Group
Centurion
01.2022 - Current

Endpoint Patching & Maintenance

  • Generate and maintain patch compliance reports, ensuring systems meet security and compliance standards

Endpoint Management & Automation

  • Deploy, update, and manage third‑party applications across endpoint devices
  • Use PowerShell scripting to automate endpoint tasks, improve efficiency, and resolve recurring issues
  • Maintain endpoint performance, stability, and security across multiple environments

Ticketing & Operational Support

  • Handle and resolve incidents, service requests, and patch‑related issues via the ConnectWise ticketing system
  • Work independently on L2‑level tasks while escalating complex issues when appropriate
  • Follow defined SLAs and operational processes in a high‑volume, ticket‑driven environment

Asset Management & Documentation

  • Maintain accurate endpoint documentation and asset visibility using Liongard
  • Assist with remediating an existing backlog of Liongard deployments, including:
  • Reviewing and fixing failed or incomplete inspections
  • Re‑establishing connections and configurations
  • Cleaning up and validating asset data
  • Ensure endpoint configurations and asset records are current and reliable
  • Installed new hardware and software to meet system specifications and user needs.
  • Provided technical support on company applications and IT solutions through phone, live chat and email.
  • Identified system performance issues, providing swift remedial action.
  • Updated software for new functionality and improved security.
  • Followed user guides and technical manuals to complete skilled repairs.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Cyber Security Ethical Hacking v12

EC-Council University
101 Sun Ave NE Albuquerque New Mexico, 87109, U.S
2024

National Diploma Networking Systems NQF 6 - Information Technology

IIE ROSEBANK COLLEGE
BRAAMFONTEIN
01-2019

Higher Certificate NQF 5 - IT Systems Support

IIE ROSEBANK COLLEGE
BRAAMFONTEIN
01-2016

Skills

  • Operating Systems: Extensive knowledge of operating systems like Windows, macOS
  • Hardware: Understanding of computer components, mobile devices, printers, and networks
  • Software: Familiarity with productivity software, collaboration tools, security programs, etc
  • Networking: Solid grasp of LANs, WANs, Wi-Fi, VPNs, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and other networking concepts
  • Security: Understanding of security protocols and firewall management
  • Virtualization: Familiarity with virtualization technologies and management
  • Cloud Services: Experience with cloud services administration
  • IT Service Management (ITSM) Software: Proficiency in using ITSM software
  • Software installation

Certification

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTia CySA+
  • Microsoft - MS-900
  • EC-COUNCIL CEHv12

Websites, Portfolios and Profiles

http://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-machia-063338146

References

Timothy Mogashoa, +27760651390 

Momentum Group 

268 West Ave, Die Hoewes, Centurion

Timeline

Support Engineer

Momentum Group
01.2022 - Current

Certificate of Higher Education - Cyber Security Ethical Hacking v12

EC-Council University

National Diploma Networking Systems NQF 6 - Information Technology

IIE ROSEBANK COLLEGE

Higher Certificate NQF 5 - IT Systems Support

IIE ROSEBANK COLLEGE
Michelle Machia