I am an IT professional based in the Fort Worth metroplex, passionate about building reliable network infrastructure and maintaining enterprise systems. I am currently completing my B.S. in Cloud Computing at Purdue University Global (expected 2026) and actively documenting my homelab environments to bridge theoretical concepts with hands-on implementation.
By utilizing my foundational network knowledge and troubleshooting expertise, I am pursuing Cloud Support Associate or Remote IT Support roles.
- Enterprise Homelabbing: Deploying and configuring Windows Server 2022 and Linux environments.
- Virtualization: Setting up and managing virtual networks using VMware and Hyper-V.
- Network Simulation: Designing subnets and routing protocols in Cisco Packet Tracer.
- Active Directory: Implementing domain controllers, group policies, and user management.
Here are the industry credentials I hold:
- CompTIA Network+ (CompTIA IT Operations Specialist)
- CompTIA A+
- Google IT Support Professional
- Google Data Analytics
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Installer (ETA)
Systems & Servers:
Networking & Virtualization:
When I'm not configuring virtual switches or racking servers, you can usually find me meal-prepping for the week, optimizing the filtration on my high-performance aquarium setup, or keeping up with my 6-month-old puppy, Dandelion.
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rodgerscharles
- Email: crworks1099@gmail.com