Hi! I am Allen Nguyen
IT Support Analyst transitioning into Cloud & Systems Administration. I am passionate about creating secure and scalable cloud solutions using AWS. Welcome to my portfolio!
Certifications
Projects
Cloud Resume Challenge
AWS | HTML | CSS | JavaScript | Python | DynamoDB | API Gateway | Lambda | CloudFront
- Built and deployed a cloud-hosted resume website using AWS S3, CloudFront, and Route 53.
- Implemented a serverless visitor counter using Python (Lambda), API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
- Used Terraform to provision cloud infrastructure as code (IaC).
- Integrated CI/CD through GitHub Actions for automated deployments.
Multi-System Audit Script
Python | Cross-Platform | psutil | JSON
- Collects detailed system information including CPU, RAM, disk, and uptime from any OS.
- Automatically detects hostname, IP address, and OS architecture using the platform library.
- Exports the full system report to a structured
system_inventory.jsonfile. - Useful for auditing or inventorying Windows and Linux systems remotely.
Active Directory OU Structure Automation
PowerShell | Windows Server | Active Directory
- Automates creation of organizational unit (OU) hierarchies based on user input.
- Uses PowerShell Active Directory cmdlets to dynamically build parent and sub-OUs.
- Includes logic to check for existing OUs and prevent duplicates.
- Ideal for initializing clean and repeatable AD structures in new environments.
Linux Cloud Backup Script
Bash | Automation | SSH | Cloud Storage
- Creates compressed backups of critical system directories (/etc and /home).
- Generates dated backup folders and detailed log files for each run.
- Offers optional remote upload to a cloud server via secure SCP (SSH) connection.
- Lightweight design suitable for servers or personal systems.
Experience
System Recovery Specialist | Taco Bell Corporation
October 2023 – September 2024
- Implemented and maintained disaster recovery plans to reduce downtime and data loss.
- Performed regular system backups and restorations to ensure data integrity and availability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to test and improve recovery procedures.
- Supported end users and Level 1 staff during recovery efforts to minimize operational impact.
IT Service Desk Specialist | Taco Bell Corporation
October 2021 - October 2023
- Provided first-line technical support for hardware and software issues via phone, email, and remote tools.
- Managed ticket queues to prioritize and resolve requests within SLA targets.
- Diagnosed and resolved user issues through systematic troubleshooting.
- Collaborated with Level 2 teams to escalate complex cases and ensure full resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Western Governor University
2022 - 2025
Associate Degree in Physics and Mathematics
Cypress College
2014 - 2017