Baris Harvey
About Baris Harvey
Baris Harvey is a Desktop Support Technician with extensive experience in IT support and troubleshooting for both Mac and Windows systems. He currently works at ECS in Livermore, California, and has a background in personal training and education in Kinesiology, Psychology, and Audio Science.
Current Role at ECS
Baris Harvey currently serves as a Desktop Support Technician at ECS, a position he has held since 2021. He operates in Livermore, California, where he focuses on providing technical support for non-classified internal staff at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL). His responsibilities include handling network issues, assigning IP addresses to devices and peripherals, and supporting development servers. He collaborates closely with Client Platform Engineers to enhance user experience, ensuring efficient and effective IT support.
Previous Experience in IT Support
Prior to his role at ECS, Baris Harvey worked as a Desktop Support Technician at TEKsystems for six months in Livermore, California. Before that, he spent four years as an IT Technician at Milestone Technologies, Inc. in Menlo Park from 2016 to 2020. His experience in these positions has equipped him with expertise in troubleshooting both Mac and Windows systems, imaging, and providing comprehensive technical support.
Background in Personal Training
Baris Harvey has a diverse background that includes working as a Personal Trainer from 2010 to 2019. During this nine-year period, he operated as a self-employed trainer, focusing on fitness and wellness. This experience complements his educational background in Kinesiology and Wellness, which he studied at Chabot College.
Educational Qualifications
Baris Harvey has pursued multiple educational paths. He studied Kinesiology and Wellness at Chabot College, earning an Associate of Arts (AA) degree from 2019 to 2020. He furthered his education in Psychology, also at Chabot College, achieving another Associate of Arts (AA) degree from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he attended SAE Expression College, where he studied Audio Science and obtained an Associate of Science (AS) degree from 2018 to 2019.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Baris Harvey possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his role as a Desktop Support Technician. He has expertise in both Mac and Windows troubleshooting, imaging, and supporting various systems. His responsibilities include providing Exchange and Active Directory support, which are critical for maintaining organizational IT infrastructure. His ability to handle network issues further enhances his effectiveness in technical support roles.