Nicolas Kennedy
Network Engineer | Computer Engineering Student at URI
Network Engineer with hands-on infrastructure experience across enterprise and campus environments — VLANs, switching, routing, and automation
IT Network Technician at the University of Rhode Island, deploying and maintaining campus networking infrastructure
Co-Founder of ServiceSurfer LLC — a platform that matches consumers with local service providers using proprietary service-request data, across web and phone
Currently: IT Network Technician at University of Rhode Island | Co-Founder at ServiceSurfer LLC
Experience
Co-Founder
ServiceSurfer LLC
Founded 2026
- •Co-founded ServiceSurfer LLC — a platform that uses proprietary service-request data to match consumers with local providers across web and phone
- •Drive go-to-market strategy including consumer acquisition, provider onboarding, and market expansion
- •Launched a web matching experience where consumers describe their problem and are connected to the right local provider
- •Built and launched a phone channel that captures a caller's request and location, then routes them directly to a matched provider
- •Own provider partnerships, outreach, and operational execution across both sides of the marketplace
- •Manage company structure, positioning, and business development as an early-stage operator
IT Network Technician
University of Rhode Island
2025–Present
- •Deploy and maintain campus networking infrastructure (switches, access points, servers)
- •Troubleshoot connectivity and system issues for staff and students
- •Collaborate with engineers on VLANs, cabling, and monitoring across buildings
- •Document configurations and operational procedures
- •Develop and maintain network automation scripts to automate repetitive tasks
Related Projects
Cisco Switch Provisioning CLI
Zero-to-production switch provisioning tool with dry-run support and modular config sections
Network Technician Intern
Newport City Hall
May 2022 – Aug 2022
- •Assisted with configuration and maintenance of routers, switches, and endpoints
- •Assisted with system recovery and repair following a major cybersecurity incident
- •Performed structured cabling and patch panel maintenance across network racks supporting city government operations — traced and terminated copper runs, managed cable pathways, and ensured proper connectivity across switches and distribution frames
- •Managed live broadcast systems for city court hearings and public council meetings, including real-time monitoring of audio/video feeds, camera switching, and on-the-fly troubleshooting to maintain uninterrupted streams
- •Responded to helpdesk tickets involving hardware and network troubleshooting
Projects
Featured
ServiceSurfer
Matches consumers with local service providers using proprietary service-request data — across web and phone
ServiceSurfer LLC uses proprietary service-request data to match consumers with local providers across web and phone. As co-founder, I lead go-to-market strategy, provider partnerships, and operational execution on both sides of the marketplace. The platform serves consumers through a web experience where they describe their problem and are matched to the right local provider, and through a phone channel that captures a caller's request and location and routes them directly to a match. My focus is on growing provider supply, driving consumer demand, and building the operational foundation to scale.
n0conflict
AI-powered CLI that resolves Git merge conflicts by analyzing both sides and preserving intent
n0conflict is a published Python CLI tool that intelligently resolves Git merge conflicts using AI. Instead of forcing a manual pick between two versions, it analyzes the intent of each conflicting side and produces a merged result that preserves the logic of both. Supports resolve, scan, and explain commands across Python, TypeScript, Go, Rust, and more. Operates safely without writing to disk unless explicitly instructed. Available on PyPI.
Other Work
Cisco Switch Provisioning CLI
Zero-to-production switch provisioning tool with dry-run support and modular config sections
Open SourceA lightweight, dependency-free Python CLI that takes a Cisco switch from factory reset to fully production-ready in a single command. Supports granular section targeting — VLANs, interfaces, routing, and ACLs can each be applied independently or together. Features a built-in dry-run mode that previews every command before it touches the switch, making it safe to iterate on configurations in live environments. Leverages PuTTY's plink for SSH transport, keeping the tool portable with zero pip dependencies.
Personal Portfolio Website
Personal portfolio website built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS
Open SourceTech Stack
18 technologies across 7 projects & roles
Protocols & Standards
Hardware & Platforms
Physical Infrastructure
Automation & Scripting
Operations
Education
University of Rhode Island
B.S. Computer Engineering
Expected May 2028
- •GPA: 3.7
- •Division 1 Collegiate Athlete: Track and Field (2024-2025)
- •Organizations: URI Cybersecurity Club, Rhody Exchange, Rhody Christian Fellowship
Rogers High School (Newport, RI) / Busan Foreign School (Busan, South Korea)
High School Diploma
Graduated May 2024
- •GPA: 4.3 | Class Rank: 12/151
Certifications
State Champion — Web Design
SkillsUSA
2022
Python Programming
Certified
2021
IC3 Digital Literacy
Certified
2022
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco
CompTIA Security+ (Network)
CompTIA