Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Professional Development & Independent Exploration
Early Industry Exposure
Languages
Software
Interests
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Alix Simon

Alix Simon

System Support Officer
Victoria

Summary

Strategic IT support specialist with a reputation for solving complex problems in resource-constrained environments. I don’t just keep systems running—I adapt, optimize, and push for smarter, ethical tech choices even when the tools are limited. With deep cross-departmental experience and a drive that outpaces my current role, I’m ready to bring my full skill set to a team that values initiative and impact.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

System Support Officer

Ministry Of Lands And Housing
02.2024 - Current
  • Grounded in core IT disciplines with expanding command of modern programming and systems tools. Proficient in Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bash, with working knowledge of TypeScript, Go, Rust, and Dart. Experienced in system administration across Windows and Linux environments, with exposure to database tools like SQL confident in learning and applying them as needed. Actively exploring cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containerization (Docker), and advanced computational frameworks.
  • Current interests include transformer-based architectures, token-level control, and embedding manipulation for structured and unstructured data tasks. Also engaged in quantitative modeling and trading logic, applying statistical inference and algorithmic strategies to real-world datasets. Known for applying technical insight to constrained environments with adaptability, precision, and ethical discipline

Education

NATIONAL EXAMS -

Mont Fleuri Primary School
01.2008 - 01.2013

National Diploma - Information System Engineering

Seychelles Institute of Technology
01.2021 - 01.2023

Certificate -

IOTSE CERTIFICATION
01.2022 - 01.2022

Advanced Certificate - Electrical & Electronics

Seychelles Institute of Technology
01.2019 - 01.2020

Physics, Chemistry, ICT, Math’s, English (Second Language Extended), DELF B1

Mont Fleuri Secondary School
01.2014 - 01.2018

Skills

IT Support & Troubleshooting

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References

  • Paul, Omiti, LECTURER, paulomiti@outlook.com, TGMI
  • Isabelle, freminot, HRBMO, hrbmo@mlh.gov.sc, MLH

Professional Development & Independent Exploration

Relentless Learning: Continuously absorb new technologies, frameworks, and systems through online labs, peer networks, and deep dives—often weeks ahead of mainstream adoption.


Home Lab Architect: Build and iterate virtualized environments using VMs, container stacks, and simulated networks to test edge-case scenarios, failure recovery, and unconventional workflows.


Web3 & Market Logic: Self-taught in decentralized platforms, asset trading, and market structure analysis. Apply order flow theory, liquidity mapping, and displacement logic through a custom-built Echo Trap Displacement Model (ETDM).


LLM Engineering: Explore transformer internals, token routing, and embedding manipulation for structured and unstructured data. Focus on control, interpretability, and ethical deployment—not scale.


Cybersecurity Curiosity: Track zero-day exploits, sandbox malware behavior, and experiment with threat modeling across hybrid environments.


Tech Philosophy & Ethics: Research open-source governance,  and the socio-political impact of algorithmic systems—bridging technical depth with real-world implications.

Early Industry Exposure

Workplace-Based Technical Placement
Multi-Sector Rotation | Seychelles | 


Completed hands-on placements across six institutions, gaining early exposure to telecom, infrastructure, and IT support:


SBC & AIRTEL – Worked on antenna systems, DBS setups, signal routing, and telecom infrastructure
SPACE 95 – Installed IP cameras, magnetic locks, clock-in terminals; performed fibre splicing and routing
SRC & Savoy Hotel – Delivered IT support: troubleshooting, user onboarding, and systems maintenance—mirroring current role
Coral Strand Hotel – Assisted with guest systems and front desk tech in a fast-paced hospitality setting


Built foundational fluency in infrastructure deployment, cross-sector adaptability, and user-facing support.

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Japanese
Elementary (A2)
Creole Seychellois
Advanced (C1)

Software

- Windows

-Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, Arch)

-Microsoft Office Suite

-Visual Studio Code, Cursor

-Git & GitHub

-Docker, Podman

-AWS & Azure

-Python, Bash, HTML, CSS, JavaScript

-TypeScript, Go, Rust, Dart

-React, Flask, TensorFlow

-Wireshark, PuTTY, Nmap, Fail2Ban, UFW, Hashcat, John the Ripper

-Trading Platforms: MetaTrader 4/5, TradingView, Thinkorswim, Binance, KuCoin, Coinbase

-Market Analysis Tools: Bookmap, LuxAlgo, Quantower, NinjaTrader

-Charting & Strategy Testing: Pine Script, backtesting frameworks, custom indicator logic

-Portfolio Tracking: CoinMarketCap, CoinStats, Delta, Google Sheets automation

-Music Production: Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, Audacity, OBS Studio, VST plugin ecosystems

-Creative Tools: VLC, OBS Studio, audio routing and mixing utilities

-AI & ML Tools: Jupyter Notebook, Hugging Face Transformers, OpenAI API, LangChain, AutoGPT, FastAPI, Colab, Weights & Biases

-AnyDesk, TeamViewer, Zoom, Slack, Discord, SSH tunneling

-Open-source alternatives to proprietary software

Interests

- Creative Systems & Sound Design – Exploring music production, audio engineering, and the intersection of rhythm, logic, and tech

- Experimental Finance & Market Psychology – Studying asset behavior, trading strategies, and the emotional mechanics behind market movements

Tech Philosophy & Digital Sovereignty – Advocating ethical software, open-source ecosystems, and the long-term impact of decentralized tools

- Functional Fitness & Mental Clarity – Using strength training, calisthenics, and movement to stay sharp, focused, and resilient

Quote

"Change isn’t optional—it’s overdue. I move where evolution demands." (Sharp and strategic—ideal for a personal brand statement.)
Its Me Of Course

Timeline

System Support Officer

Ministry Of Lands And Housing
02.2024 - Current

Certificate -

IOTSE CERTIFICATION
01.2022 - 01.2022

National Diploma - Information System Engineering

Seychelles Institute of Technology
01.2021 - 01.2023

Advanced Certificate - Electrical & Electronics

Seychelles Institute of Technology
01.2019 - 01.2020

Physics, Chemistry, ICT, Math’s, English (Second Language Extended), DELF B1

Mont Fleuri Secondary School
01.2014 - 01.2018

NATIONAL EXAMS -

Mont Fleuri Primary School
01.2008 - 01.2013
Alix SimonSystem Support Officer