LINDSEY SHEPARD

An enthusiastic Software Developer pursuing a career path in Cloud Computing. Currently a student in Microsoft’s Software and Systems Academy for Cloud Application Development focusing on object-oriented programming concepts and learning how to build web applications in the .NET Framework. Four years of service in the military provided experience handling ambiguous tasks, meeting critical deadlines, while taking on new responsibilities. Eager to join a team involved with Cloud Applications as an entry level developer to contribute to product development and grow as an engineer in a team environment.

SKILLS/ CERTIFICATIONS

    • HTML5
    • CSS
    • ASP.NET Core MVC
    • C# programming language
    • Active Secret Security Clearance
    • CompTIA Network+
    • MTA Cloud Fundamentals Certification
    • Azure Fundamentals

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (2019 – Present)
Student – Cloud Application Development
Developed programming fundamentals through hands-on experience designing and deploying applications based on the .NET Framework. MSSA kick-started a progression of backend and frontend development skills and programming capabilities focusing on Object-Oriented Programming Concepts.
• Demonstrating the ability to grasp new concepts quickly and efficiently
• Developing a Ski Ticket Comparison Application
• Creating different MVC applications (Teams and Players, Payroll and Gas Mileage)
• Published personal website through Microsoft Azure


United States Marine Corps – Various Locations
Network Administrator 2015 – 2019
Team Leader for the Network Team in construction and maintenance of secured telephony and network connections.
• Served as the Department Head of Data managing a team of 27 personnel that established three tactical networks during Trident Juncture (Norway 2018) to deploy over 200 computer and telephone assets in under 72 hours
• Optimized resources and product management under high pressure circumstances
• Demonstrated strategic communication skills and presence when building executive relationships with leaders of external departments
• Experienced in using the Marine Corps Training and Information Management System (MCTIMS), a proprietary military database used for tracking training progress of individual employees


Tactical Switching Operator 2015 – 2019
Maintained the documentation of personal records and telecommunications equipment and responsible for cabling infrastructure and phone configuration.
• Conducted quarterly inspections for $3.6M of telecommunications equipment for record management and testing purposes resulting in zero loss in a three-year period
• Mentored and counseled 11 employees monthly to improve proficiency and conduct
• Created and implemented a new record management system of DOD equipment and Personally Identifiable Information that is still in use today

EDUCATION

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 2019 – Present
Microsoft Software and Systems Academy for Cloud Application Development
(Five courses; 16 credit hours total)

Microsoft Military Education Portal
Online Certification – Introduction to C# (DEV204.1x) for Cloud App Development (CAD)

MILITARY AWARDS

Good Conduct Medal 2018
Awarded for 3 years of exemplary personal and professional conduct in adherence to Marine Corps high standards
Letter of Appreciation 2017
Recognized for fiscal responsibility managing funds of the Communications Department
3 Letters of Appreciation (Recruiting) 2015 – 2016
Recognized for excellence enlisting three qualified applicants