How I Used AI to Update My Resume

Resumes should be living documents — not static files. When I realized my resume didn’t fully reflect my evolving IT skill set, I turned to AI for help.

9/4/20251 min read

a woman is reading a resume at a table
a woman is reading a resume at a table

What AI Did for My Resume

  • Keyword Optimization – AI helped me identify terms like Active Directory, Group Policy, MFA, Kaseya, Barracuda, Azure AD, and AI tools that recruiters and ATS systems look for.

  • Tailored Versions – I created multiple targeted resumes (ATS-optimized, one-page role-specific, quick-apply versions) so I’m prepared for any job application format.

  • Stronger Impact Statements – AI pushed me to reframe tasks into achievements, such as “ensured quick, thorough, and complete resolutions to access issues” instead of simply “performed password resets.”

  • Professional Readability – AI helped streamline my content into concise bullets that hiring managers can skim in seconds.

The Value of AI in Resume Writing

AI didn’t just save me time — it made my resume more competitive, keyword-rich, and aligned with today’s IT hiring needs. Combined with my real-world experience, I now have resumes that truly represent my professional brand.