SUMMARY:

Senior Linux System Engineer seeking to leverage technical skills, focused work ethic, and passion for cyber security. An Infrastructure Solutions Architect with a Network and Systems Engineering background looking to continue protecting our nation’s communications and information systems from intruders.

SKILL:

• RedHat 7
• Windows 7, Windows 2008R2, Windows 2012Mac OS, Linux (RHEL 7, CentOS, Solaris 10)
• Knowledge of database, systems analysis/design, and operating environments
• Active Directory Administration
• GPO Administration
• McAfee Endpoint Encryption
• VMWare / VCenter
• LogRhythm
• SCOM - System Center Operations Manager
• Nessus/ ACAS
• Technical Writing
• SOP Documentation Updates
• Security Systems Patch Manager
• Ability to pass background security investigation and polygraph

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Chantilly, VA

Senior Linux System Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Completed Red Hat Certified System Administrator
• Bash Scripting, Puppet
• Network and server security, server sizing, configuration and installation for AWS Solutions Architect

Confidential, Herndon, VA

Associate/ Deputy Network Operations Lead Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the entire JIDO Network Operations consisting of a team of 10 Network/System Engineers
• Provide network/system administration and cyber security services.
• Redhat 7 build, configure, and test for Palantir Servers, Splunk, and Decision Lens
• Provide tier III incident resolution
• Microsoft Exchange 2007/2013 System Engineer. Built entire Enterprise Architecture for all 3 Enclaves
• Information Support Server Environment Guard (ISSE) (Solaris 10)
• Troubleshoot, deploy, and maintain systems
• Secure Systems by implementing STIGS and verifying security with ACAS/Nessus
• Oversee the use and enhancement of industry - leading network and system monitoring systems including Solarwinds, Splunk and SCOM.
• Provide recommendations and solutions for system deployments and enhancements
• Perform network changes in accordance with change management process
• Modify and document firewall policies
• Create and maintain SOPs
• Automate typical administrator tasks via PowerShell
• Work with other contractors, consultants, and engineers to ensure maximum value is delivered to our client.
• Confidential switch management and configuration/ Port Security/VLAN configuration/Trunk Configuration
• Commvault Enterprise Backup Solutions
• Vmware
• JIRA System Engineer
• Implementation of F5 Load Balancing

Confidential, Manassas, VA

Senior Consultant/ Senior System Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Manage CA and Production Systems that control GSA FPKI data.
• Issuance and Revocation
• Patch Manager: Windows 2008 R2, Linux RHEL and ESXI systems
• VMware administrator
• GPO Updates
• Update server firmware and software
• Manage ESXI, LogRhythm and Nessus Scanner
• Find vulnerabilities with Nessus and patch all systems in our lab and production zones
• Perform System Administration duties for weekly Information Systems Audits (collect logs for each system in production and authority zones)
• Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager/ Update anti-virus definitions
• Control Equipment in our lab: rack servers, patch panels, Confidential and palo alto firewalls, Confidential switches, KVMs, activate Ethernet ports

Confidential

Site Administrator and Facility Security Officer/Contracts Specialist Security Officer, Arlington, VA

Responsibilities:

• Manage Security Operations in our DC office to protect classified information
• Host and raise security awareness within the company; conduct for employees
• Work with DSS to maintain our level of clearance in accordance with the Confidential
• Responsible for Indoctrinations and Debriefs with employees when they start and leave the company.
• Manage IT operations in our DC Office.
• Install patch panels, routers, fiber, coax, and perform network maintenance to ensure proper connectivity. Working daily with our network engineers, windows, and security teams in our headquartered office in Pittsburgh.
• Linux Administrator, Windows Administrator, Mac and Dell Certified technician
• PBX, VOIP, CMA Administrator
• System Center Configuration Manager, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory Administrator

Confidential

Analyst, Washington, DC

Responsibilities:

• Diagnosed, repaired, and re-imaged desktop and laptop computers in response to malware
• Detected identity theft and prevented any further security breach
• Provided safe-boot endpoint encryption to strengthen the security of laptop computers
• Remote support with the System Management Server (SMS) and LogMeIn Rescue console
• Support for users teleworking with RSA SecureID two factor authentication for access in Citrix XenApp and Confidential AnyConnect VPN Client
• Managed the BlackBerry server and McAfee Enterprise Mobility Management server
• Active Directory Management
• Diagnosed and repaired desktop and laptop computers. Supported over 1,500 Confidential users’ in multiple locations, closing 220 tickets per month on average.
• Monitored and analyzed issues and compiled daily reports to show trends in network connectivity. Communicated with management to develop mitigation strategies and effectiveness.
• Provided management and support within the local area network while monitoring users’ daily computing activities.
• Responsible for custom reimaging of computers and workstations, patching cables to Confidential switches and servers, administrative duties, and understanding software applications.
• Encrypted laptops to fit the security guidelines.