About

Max Trammell

IT Support • Networking • Cybersecurity

IT professional with hands-on experience supporting Windows environments, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and endpoint administration. Strong networking fundamentals reinforced through an active homelab and certification-driven labs. Clear communicator who is process-minded, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing speed with accuracy in real-world support scenarios.

Skills

Networking

VLANsTrunking 802.1QOSPFEIGRPACLsSubnettingNATWiresharkDNS

Systems

Windows 10/11Active DirectoryGroup PolicySCCM/MECMPowerShellImagingAsset Management

Security

Security HardeningRapid7 InsightVMLeast PrivilegePatch ManagementBasic Incident Response

Linux

ArchDebianPackage ManagementShellSystemdScripting

Tools

NinjaOneBoson NetSimCisco Packet TracerGit

Cloud & Identity

Microsoft AzureMicrosoft Entra IDIdentity & Access ManagementRole-Based Access Control

Experience

IT Service Desk Specialist • OB Hospitalist Group

October 2025 to Present
  • Provided technical support in a clinical healthcare environment.
  • Managed user accounts, devices, and access through Microsoft Entra ID and Intune.
  • Resolved hardware, software, and access issues while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

IT Intern • Greenville Water

May 2025 to August 2025
  • Coordinated Windows 10 to 11 upgrades, scheduling with field services and tracking progress.
  • Assisted with Active Directory tasks: account updates, group membership, and device joins.
  • Investigated endpoint inventory across NinjaOne, Rapid7, and SCCM to resolve data mismatches.
  • Documented repeatable procedures and communicated status updates over Teams and email.

Education

Projects

Custom WiFi Pineapple

Feb 2025 - Present

Built a custom WiFi Pineapple setup for wireless network auditing and ethical hacking practice. Used open-source tools to capture handshakes, analyze signal strength, and test security configurations in a controlled lab environment. This project enhanced my understanding of wireless protocols, encryption standards, and penetration testing techniques—all key areas in cybersecurity and network defense.

Home Networking Lab

Dec 2024 - Present

Built a personal networking lab using Cisco 1750 routers, Catalyst switches, and a Netgate firewall to deepen hands-on skills in routing, switching, and network security. Practiced configuring VLANs, trunking, and static/dynamic routing protocols.

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