About Me

IT Professional building expertise in systems administration and cloud infrastructure

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Tony LaRocco

IT Professional

Redmond, WA
Secret Clearance

I'm an IT professional with a foundation in Navy HR data management, now established in Systems Administration through hands-on infrastructure and cloud support roles. Leveraging robust certifications in Linux, Security, Networking, and Cloud, I'm advancing to mid-level positions in IT operations.

Currently working at Wipro supporting the Microsoft Innovation Hub, I provide AV and virtual engagement support, configure Azure Virtual Machines, and manage hybrid cloud environments. My responsibilities include Layer 2 network configuration, VLAN design, and server room operations.

Prior to my civilian career, I served 10 years in the U.S. Navy as a Personnel Specialist, developing and implementing computerized database management systems to improve personnel tracking and data accuracy. This experience laid the foundation for my technical career.

I hold 9 active certifications including the CompTIA stack (A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+), AWS Cloud Practitioner, and Azure Fundamentals. My active Secret security clearance from military service adds value for government and defense-related opportunities.

Professional Experience

Infrastructure and Experience Specialist

Wipro

• Supporting the Microsoft Innovation Hub
July 2024 – Present Redmond, WA
  • Provide AV and virtual engagement support via Teams, including setup for briefings, workshops, and events
  • Configure and manage Azure Virtual Machines, hybrid cloud environments, identity/governance, storage, compute, and virtual networks for POCs and engagements
  • Support Microsoft enterprise software (OS, Office, Teams Room) and third-party tools/drivers
  • Provide on-site smart hands support for core network and compute infrastructure, including rack/stack, cabling, OS provisioning, and hardware decommissioning
  • Manage Layer 2 network configuration, VLAN design, monitoring, troubleshooting, and cabling management per Microsoft standards
  • Oversee server room operations (physical space, access, power, cooling) and collaborate with internal/external teams for facility maintenance
  • Own technical management for onsite experience demos: configured, maintained, troubleshot, and demonstrated to customers
  • Manage digital signage: provisioned, configured, supported hardware, and handled content management

Network Development Engineer Pre-Apprenticeship

TLG Learning

2024 Camp Murray, WA
  • Completed comprehensive training in CompTIA Network+ – networking fundamentals, configuration, and troubleshooting
  • Earned CompTIA Linux+ certification for Linux OS hardware and system operation and maintenance
  • Achieved AWS Cloud Practitioner certification for AWS infrastructure, architecture, and services
  • Developed Python programming and scripting skills for automation

Personnel Specialist

U.S. Navy

2013 – 2023 San Diego, CA • Yokosuka, Japan • Lemoore, CA
  • Developed and implemented computerized database management systems to improve personnel tracking, resulting in increased efficiency and data accuracy
  • Performed queries, gathered data, and conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses of large, robust data sets to assess organizational activities and reporting
  • Maintained tracking systems for personnel actions, military pay, correspondence, awards, and evaluations
  • Recorded data for each employee, including monthly earnings, supervisory reports on manpower, performance, training, and capital planning
  • Provided statistical analysis for the development of command objectives
  • Maintained and entered info into Enlisted Service Records, gaining personnel to new commands, transferring personnel, preparing personnel for separation/retirement

Skills & Expertise

Cloud & Virtualization

Azure VMs
Hybrid Cloud
Identity/Governance
Storage
Compute
Virtual Networks

Systems & Infrastructure

Windows/Linux OS
Server Management
Hardware Provisioning
Rack/Stack
Cabling

Networking

Layer 2 Configuration
VLAN Design
Network Monitoring
Troubleshooting

Software

Microsoft Enterprise Stack
Office
Teams
Teams Room
Digital Signage

Certifications

CompTIA Linux+

CompTIA

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CompTIA Security+

CompTIA

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CompTIA Network+

CompTIA

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CompTIA A+

CompTIA

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CompTIA ITF+

CompTIA

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AWS Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services

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Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Microsoft

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Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

Microsoft

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