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AV/IT Officer | 85m Motor Yacht | VSAT & Network Security
Fort Lauderdale, USA · 7 years experience
Open to opportunitiesSummary
An experienced AV/IT Officer with seven years across private and charter superyachts, bringing a corporate IT background to complex onboard networks. Skilled in satellite connectivity, VLAN design, cybersecurity, and guest cinema and entertainment systems, he supports owners, guests and crew through busy Med and Caribbean seasons. Fort Lauderdale-based, he is a clear communicator who documents systems thoroughly and plans upgrades around yard periods.
Experience areas
Caribbean2y 6mCurrentMediterranean3y 6mRefit and yard periods1y 2m
Work experience
Employer names withheld for privacyAV/IT Officer, 85m Motor Yacht (Private with Limited Charter)
2022 – 2026- Redesigned the onboard network into 8 segregated VLANs, cutting guest Wi-Fi complaints by about 70%
- Managed a combined satellite service with 99%+ uptime over two Atlantic crossings
- Delivered a full AV and IT refit scope of 120+ endpoints within a 10-week yard period
AV/IT Officer, 52m Motor Yacht (Charter)
2018 – 2022- Supported 16+ charter weeks per season with turnaround guest-device setup completed in under 3 hours
- Introduced an offsite backup routine that protected owner and management data across 4 seasons
IT Support Technician, Corporate Services
2015 – 2018- Supported 250+ users and managed network upgrades across 3 offices
- Resolved about 95% of helpdesk tickets within agreed service levels
Skills
VSAT and LEO satellite connectivity managementMulti-WAN failover and bandwidth controlVLAN and Wi-Fi network designCybersecurity and backup policyCinema, multi-room AV and control system programmingCCTV and access controlGuest and owner device supportCrew IT helpdesk and welfare connectivity
Certifications
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate
- Vendor-Neutral Certified Network Technician
- VSAT Technician Course
- Powerboat Level 2
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