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Virg Maina

Internal Sales/Cyber-grad
Burwood

Summary

An enterprising Junior Cybersecurity Engineer with excellent communication and customer service skills. I'm eager to leverage both in a dynamic entry-level role.

My Ability to learn quickly, adapt to new environments, and build strong relationships makes me a valuable asset to any organization. I'm proficient in network security, vulnerability assessment, incident response and forensic investigation, and I'm always seeking new challenged to showcase and expand my knowledge.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Internal Sales Representative

ICCONS
Melbourne, Victoria
05.2024 - Current
  • Handled inbound prospect calls to provide product information, answer questions and resolve purchase hesitations.
  • Entered 460 orders for a month during peak-period.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and consistent sales growth.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through timely follow-ups and proactive problem-solving strategies.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Supported external sales representatives by preparing necessary documentation for presentations and proposals while maintaining a clear understanding of all relevant project details throughout each stage of the sale cycle.
  • Assisted in creating a queried database for business prospects within all 6 states.
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Performed effective online demonstrations during company meetings using Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.

Sales Assistant

Active Feet (Podiatry Based)
Melbourne, Victoria
05.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrated specialization in shoe fittings for podiatry practice, commended for achieving an exemplary service visible in company reviews.
  • Took time out of work to conduct research and learn about issues related to the lower limbs and their treatment from a medical standing.
  • Writing professional reports highlighting aspects of the fitting process to medical practitioners.
  • Trained new team members through supervising and educating on medical terminology, treatment methods, product understanding and organizational procedures.
  • Screening phone calls in a professional manner and assisting customers in finding solutions over the phone.

INTERN- TEAM LEADERFreelancingHUB

Deakin University
Melbourne, Victoria
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Accomplished successful deployment of a comprehensive survey and provided an informative walk-through on survey platform functionalities and data interpretation features
  • Contributed to a team-driven project in a hybrid work setting, employing Microsoft Teams and Zoom for efficient communication and collaboration.
  • Co-authored a project scope outlining achievable deliverables within a three-month time frame
  • Exhibited strong communication abilities through client presentations, effectively showcasing project progress and deliverables.
  • Applied research skills to identify emerging market trends and identify project direction.
  • Assumed role of Team Leader, guiding and coordinating team efforts towards project success. Demonstrating active listening, empathy and division of tasks based upon strengths and interests of each individual member.

Inventory Assistant

JD Sports
Melbourne, Victoria
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Responsible for detail-oriented inventory management of various items ranging from shoes to apparel for sale, exceptionally according to the High inventory standards set by JD Sports.
  • Operated in cohesion with senior team members to deliver a positive customer experience, delivering in-store orders promptly.
  • Accessed electronic and paper cataloging systems to look up product information and availability
  • Responsible for cataloging and processing incoming deliveries to the store consisting of shoes, apparel etc.

Administration Assistant

Platinum Investigations
Melbourne, Victoria
02.2019 - 07.2019
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Booked airfare, hotel, and ground transportation to coordinate office travel.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.

Education

Bachelor of Cyber Security - Cyber Security

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
Burwood, VIC
02.2020 - 10.2023

Advanced Diploma - Business

BRAESIDE SCHOOL
Kenya
09.2016 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

BRAESIDE SCHOOL
Kenya
09.2014 - 07.2016

Skills

Positive Customer Engagement

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Problem-Solving Abilities

Effective Verbal and Written Communication

Active Listening

Leadership

Software

Microsoft Office Softwares

VM Studio

Azure cloud servers

Metasploitable

Wireshark

Sleuth kit

Python Programming

Java C Programming

Certification

Google IT Support Certificate

Timeline

Internal Sales Representative

ICCONS
05.2024 - Current

CompTIA A+

05-2024

Google IT Support Certificate

03-2024

INTERN- TEAM LEADERFreelancingHUB

Deakin University
02.2023 - 10.2023

Sales Assistant

Active Feet (Podiatry Based)
05.2021 - Current

Inventory Assistant

JD Sports
11.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Cyber Security - Cyber Security

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
02.2020 - 10.2023

Administration Assistant

Platinum Investigations
02.2019 - 07.2019

Advanced Diploma - Business

BRAESIDE SCHOOL
09.2016 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

BRAESIDE SCHOOL
09.2014 - 07.2016
Virg MainaInternal Sales/Cyber-grad