Maxwell S.

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About Maxwell S.

Hey there! I'm Max. Below is a TL;DR because we live in a busy world ⏩ Need the long version? Simply scroll to my 'experience' section below and click 'see more'. Just networking? Send me a connection request. I promise I have nothing to sell you Cheers, Max-DAY IN THE LIFE- IT system admin II at Braze (Feb '21 - now): I support and optimize core enterprise tools like Jira, Google, Okta, and JAMF to name a few; with a focus on access control, configuration, and integrations. I also automate workflows and system processes using APIs, scripts, and low-code platforms to streamline onboarding, asset tracking, and escalated support. Occasionally I work with Security, DevOps, and Engineering when things get tricky. Governance and operational readiness is my jam!(I'm fun at parties!)PROOF IN THE PUDDING- Certifications include JAMF 300 & 200, Scrum Master, Game Design and Programming (Weatherford College), ZDX Admin (Zscaler), BetterCloud Admin, and many free/informal certs such as Jira workflows, Okta Workflows, Google Workspace Admin.HOW I GOT HERE- Ex Engineer at: Apple (2021), Adobe (2019), Phillips (2017)- Ex Desktop & Mobile Client SME at Dropbox (2015)- Ex Infrastructure Response & Network Ops at Pepsi (2013)THE MEDIA-TO-IT PIPELINE- Certified game dev from Weatherford College and Playtester for Gearbox Software(Now I build internal tools to automate time-consuming tasks securely and for free)- Former SXSW featured filmmaker and artistic mentor at Austin School of Film(Now I make LMS and KB content, onboarding decks, short-form 'how to' GIFs with text to supplement articles, and tons of Loom videos)- Former audio engineer (Now I write hold music for phone support lines like Femiclear, and am comfortable with all-hands audio mixing, mic levels, conference gear, etc)