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Niki Hightower

Service Desk Analyst

Department: Campus Technology Support

Office and address: Campus Technology Support 2425 Campus Box Elon, NC 27244

Phone number: (336) 278-5200

Professional Expertise

Skilled IT Professional specializing in innovative solutions, systems optimization, and delivering seamless technology support.

Brief Biography

I am Niki Hightower, a  dedicated and resilient Service Desk Engineer at Elon University since July 23'. I am a decorated and Honorably Discharged ARMY Veteran who completed six (6) years in the ARMY as an Information Systems Operator / Analyst. Following my military service I continued my education and received an Associates degree in Computer Networking Systems and a Bachelor's in Information Security Systems. I have (1) child, a son age fourteen. My interests/hobbies include fishing, drawing, building computers, and taking trips.

With nearly two decades of experience managing multiple responsibilities, I have demonstrated exceptional problem-solving, troubleshooting, and customer care skills.

Education

 


High School Education - Graham High School Class of 99'

 


College Education - 

  • Associates Degree ~ Computer Networking Systems

  • Bachelor's Degree ~ Information Security Systems

Grants Awarded

TBD

Skills

- Adaptability

- Education Commitment

- Problem Solving

- Time and Project Management

 

 

Professional Development

- Currently enrolled in classes that will assist and give me the knowledge to obtain my CCNA Certification.

- Currently enrolled in classes that will educate me about AI and its extensive features.