Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
Hey There 👋! I'm Robert, a Computer Science student at York University who's passionate about technology and always looking for the next challenge to tackle. My technical background consists of development, infrastructure, systems and DevOps. One of my favourite parts about this field is being part of a team of passionate individuals where you're all figuring things out together, bouncing ideas off each other, and celebrating when something finally clicks. Those moments of collaboration, whether we were improving processes or tackling a tricky problem, reminded me why I love this field. I'm a big believer in hard work and constantly learning. Tech moves fast, and I think that's exciting. Whether I'm picking up a new scripting language, figuring out how to streamline a process, or diving into a project I've never tackled before, I'm all in. I also think the best work happens when people collaborate and share knowledge. We all bring different perspectives, and that's where the magic happens. However, as much as new tech is exciting, I am also a firm believer of being cautious and only implementing and developing with purpose. Just because a new flashy tool comes out, doesn't mean its better in any way than established tech. Having a proper philosophy in technical implementations is key. Right now, I'm President of the Computing Students Hub at York, where I get to organize events and workshops for our community of 2000+ members. It's taught me a lot about leadership, but more importantly, about building genuine connections and creating spaces where people feel supported and excited to learn together. Always happy to connect with others who are passionate about technology, teamwork, and continuous growth & Improvement! Feel free to reach out! P.S If you have read this far and checked out my profile your probably wondering: "What the heck is TCB Compliance", well, TCB = Taking Care of Business. (Bonus points if you know the reference). Just a little joke to poke fun at some of the ridiculous headers on this platform. 😂
Organized and led educational workshops and social events for York University’s largest STEM club, engaging a community of 2,000+ members. Managed budgeting, logistics, and resource allocation for club initiatives, ensuring smooth execution of events and optimal use of funds. Led a team of 20+ executives and collaborated with university partners, driving strategic planning and enhancing member engagement across all club activities.
Performed security and vulnerability audits on 20+ databases, managing user access controls and permissions to reduce unauthorized access risks by 30% and improve compliance with internal security standards. Executed database patching, data fixes, and production deployments across 10–15 environments, contributing to a 25% reduction in post-deployment incidents and improved system stability. Maintained and updated EBS and SQL Server databases, supporting schema changes, documentation, and best practices that led to 15–20% performance improvements and increased data integrity and reliability.
Provided technical support to 500+ employees across 8 locations, troubleshooting and repairing hardware (desktops, laptops, peripherals), software, and network issues. Automated frequent support tasks with Batch and Powershell scripting, reducing resolution times by 30%. Delivered IT onboarding and cybersecurity awareness training to employees, covering topics such as phishing prevention, password hygiene, and device security. Created and maintained documentation for internal IT processes and workflows, improving knowledge sharing and operational consistency across the organization. Administered 300+ user accounts in Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, enforcing security policies and role-based access control. Managed device compliance and deployments via Microsoft Intune, and implemented Group Policies to standardize system configurations.
Developed and delivered interactive Scratch programming lessons for groups of 10+ Senior Kindergarten - Grade 1 Students, introducing students to foundational coding concepts in an engaging and accessible manner. • Guided students through hands-on projects, enabling them to build their own games, animations, and stories using Scratch, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. • Customized lesson plans to cater to different skill levels, ensuring that each student could progress at their own pace and gain confidence in coding. • Provided continuous feedback and support, helping students overcome challenges and celebrate their achievements in programming