ICT Engineer | Cybersecurity, IT Support and Software Development
Hi, I’m Valter Backström, an ICT Engineer with experience in IT support, software development, Microsoft endpoint management, cloud services and cybersecurity.
I have worked with Microsoft Intune, application deployment, device troubleshooting, user support and technical documentation. I have also designed and developed desktop, web and mobile applications using technologies such as Electron, .NET, React, Python, Django, SQL and Azure.
I enjoy solving practical problems, improving everyday workflows and turning technical requirements into solutions that are clear, secure and easy to use.
My current professional interests include cybersecurity, endpoint management, Microsoft cloud technologies, IT education and software development.
EasyLaskutus
A cross-platform invoicing application developed as part of my Bachelor of Engineering thesis.
Technologies: Electron, JavaScript, SQLite, PDFKit, bwip-js
Main features:
- customer and invoice management
- automatic invoice and reference numbers
- PDF invoice generation
- virtual barcode generation
- company settings and logo management
- Windows, Linux and macOS builds
My role: Design, development, database implementation, testing, packaging and documentation.
Links: Live page | GitHub | Thesis
Matstämpling
An internal kiosk-style application created during my IT internship to register food purchases and improve daily administrative workflows.
Technologies: Electron, Node.js, CSV, Azure Cosmos DB
Main features:
- card scanning
- product selection
- local CSV logging
- cloud synchronisation
- error handling
- kiosk mode
- configurable product restrictions
My role: Application development, testing, deployment support and documentation.
Lotto Analytics
A full-stack data analytics demonstration that combines a React interface, Python backend and embedded Power BI reporting.
Technologies: React, Vite, FastAPI, Python, Power BI
Main features:
- historical result analysis
- interactive statistics
- data visualisation
- Power BI report embedding
- automated data processing
Live demo:
https://kyosho78.github.io/lotto-arvonta/
Technical Skills
IT support and endpoint management
Microsoft Intune, Windows administration, application deployment, BitLocker, device compliance, troubleshooting, servicedesk and technical documentation
Software development
JavaScript, TypeScript, Electron, Node.js, C#, .NET, React, Python, Django, FastAPI and REST APIs
Databases
SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite, Azure SQL and Azure Cosmos DB
Cloud and DevOps
Microsoft Azure, Azure App Service, Azure Static Web Apps, Azure Key Vault, GitHub Actions, Git and Docker
Data and analytics
Power BI, Microsoft Fabric fundamentals, Python data processing, dashboards and KPI reporting
Cybersecurity
Device security, vulnerability awareness, access control, encryption, MFA, secure configuration and ethical hacking fundamentals
What I Bring
- A combination of IT support, software development and cybersecurity knowledge
- Practical experience in Microsoft-based environments
- The ability to develop solutions for real operational needs
- Strong documentation, communication and teaching skills
- Experience supporting users and explaining technical subjects clearly
- A responsible and structured approach to troubleshooting
- Previous leadership and customer-service experience
- Fluency in Swedish, Finnish and English
Contact
I am open to opportunities and professional connections related to cybersecurity, IT support, endpoint management, cloud services, software development and technical education.
Email: valterbackstrom2@gmail.com
LinkedIn: LinkedIn
GitHub: GitHub