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John Devaney

Ballina

Summary

Results-driven Technical Support Engineer skilled in networking, troubleshooting, and systems diagnostics. Proficient in analyzing technical issues across diverse environments, including routers, VPNs, and firewalls. Experienced in software development with expertise in Python, Java, JavaScript, and React, complemented by projects in machine learning and computer vision. Committed to advancing knowledge in artificial intelligence and automation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Support Engineer

CMS Distribution Ireland
Kiltimagh
04.2025 - Current

Diagnosed VPN connectivity issues, ensuring secure connections by resolving IPSec, SSL VPN, and L2TP tunnel problems.

Troubleshot networking issues, enhancing system performance through resolution of routing, NAT, VLANs, and firewall configurations.

Replicated customer issues in lab environments, enhancing troubleshooting effectiveness and accelerating resolution times.

Analyzed system logs and debugging information to identify root causes of network problems.

Supported firmware upgrades and recovery procedures, optimizing device configurations for improved performance.

Escalated complex cases to engineering teams with comprehensive diagnostics.

IT Technician

Donegal County Council
Lifford
06.2023 - 09.2023

Provided IT support to internal staff across multiple departments.
Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software, and system issues to maintain operational efficiency.
Installed and configured Windows systems, peripherals, and user workstations.
Supported Microsoft Office applications and general desktop environments.
Deployed antivirus software and essential applications on new machines to ensure secure and standardised system builds.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Computing

Atlantic Technological University
Letterkenny, Donegal
06-2024

Skills

Network Troubleshooting
Firewall & VPN Configuration
System Diagnostics
Technical Support

Lab Testing & Issue Replication
Software Development (NET, OOP)
Front End Development
Machine Learning
Systems Analysis

Timeline

Technical Support Engineer

CMS Distribution Ireland
04.2025 - Current

IT Technician

Donegal County Council
06.2023 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Applied Computing

Atlantic Technological University
John Devaney