Hello!
My name is Dawson Finklea, and I am an IT professional with a B.S. in Computer Science.
I have been an active developer for personal, academic, and professional projects for almost 5 years, with experience in multiple languages like Python and C#, to more special-purpose languages like Julia.
I also have an ongoing project to start a side business around my skill and love for classic cars by offering private tours in a vintage Volkswagen Thing
Education
University of North Texas, Denton, TX - B.S. Computer Science
AUGUST 2020 - MAY 2025
Háskólinn í Reykjavík, Reykjavík, Iceland - Computer Science
STUDY ABROAD | AUGUST 2022 - DECEMBER 2022
Information Technology Experience
Gulf Copper and Manufacturing, Galveston, TX
- IT Technician &rarrow; 01/26 - PRESENT
- IT Intern &rarrow; 08/25 - 01/26
AUGUST 2025 - PRESENT
- Provided IT support and helpdesk services to administrative, managerial, production, and fabrication staff in a marine industrial environment.
- Served as an administrator for Microsoft Entra ID, and Active Directory.
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues for company issued laptops, desktops, and printers.
- Configured and administered enterprise routers, switches, access points, and other network equipment, including running and terminating new twisted pair cable runs.
- Trained in compliance for handling Controlled Unclassified Information.
Faust Haus, Galveston, TX — Home and Office IT Contractor
AUGUST 2021 - PRESENT
- Provided on-demand IT support for home and small office environments, including network setup, troubleshooting, and security configuration.
- Installed, configured, and maintained wired and wireless networks, including routers, switches, modems, and access points.
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues for desktops, laptops, printers, and other office equipment.
- Maintained and updated the company website and online services, including domain management, hosting, email configuration, and basic SEO practices.
- Ensured compliance with basic cybersecurity protocols and advised on improvements in IT policy and usage.
Gulf Copper and Manufacturing, Galveston, TX
- IT Technician &rarrow; 01/26 - PRESENT
- IT Intern &rarrow; 08/25 - 01/26
AUGUST 2025 - PRESENT
- Provided IT support and helpdesk services to administrative, managerial, production, and fabrication staff in a marine industrial environment.
- Served as an administrator for Microsoft Entra ID, and Active Directory.
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues for company issued laptops, desktops, and printers.
- Configured and administered enterprise routers, switches, access points, and other network equipment, including running and terminating new twisted pair cable runs.
- Trained in compliance for handling Controlled Unclassified Information.
Faust Haus, Galveston, TX — Home and Office IT Contractor
AUGUST 2021 - PRESENT
- Provided on-demand IT support for home and small office environments, including network setup, troubleshooting, and security configuration.
- Installed, configured, and maintained wired and wireless networks, including routers, switches, modems, and access points.
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues for desktops, laptops, printers, and other office equipment.
- Maintained and updated the company website and online services, including domain management, hosting, email configuration, and basic SEO practices.
- Ensured compliance with basic cybersecurity protocols and advised on improvements in IT policy and usage.
Here is a brief list of my strongest skills in Computer Science
Programming Languages
- Julia
- JavaScript
- C++
- C#
- Python
- Lua
Network Services
- TCP/UDP/IP
- Domain Name System
- Internet Message Access Protocol
- Microsoft 365 / Exchange
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Virtual Private Networks
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Container-based Software Deployment
Development
- Full Stack Web Development
- Dotnet Application Development
- Android Development
- Scripting and Automation
Thank you to the v86 Project for this wonderful WebAssembly emulator!