Experience

Strategic Data Systems

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Sr. Linux Support Engineer

  • Mar 2018 - Present



Metronome

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Linux/UNIX Engineer

  • Dec 2013 - Present

  Springfield, VA. • Performs Oracle Solaris 10 and 11 installations and configurations. • Conducts Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5/6 installations and configurations physical/virtual. • Edits Red Hat Linux Kickstart build software. • Manages, updates, and configures RedHat Satellite server. • Manages Solaris virtualization in both logical domains and zones. • Administers ZFS filesystems and configurations. • Manages and administers objects within Microsoft Active Directory. • Experience with SAN… Show more • Performs Oracle Solaris 10 and 11 installations and configurations. • Conducts Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5/6 installations and configurations physical/virtual. • Edits Red Hat Linux Kickstart build software. • Manages, updates, and configures RedHat Satellite server. • Manages Solaris virtualization in both logical domains and zones. • Administers ZFS filesystems and configurations. • Manages and administers objects within Microsoft Active Directory. • Experience with SAN storage and fiber channel environments. • Experience with Oracle Cluster/clustered file systems. • Manages virtual servers within VMWare and virtualized UNIX environments. • Performs system certification and accreditation of UNIX system environments. • Utilizes DISA accredited OS images to build Linux servers for Nessus Security Center. • Conducts security scans for OS hardneing utilizing, Retina Scanning, and Nessus Security Center software. Utilizes security tools SELINUX and HBSS. • Implements DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) prior to fielding new and/or updating existing system environments. • Creates and reviews POAMs, prior to conducting security mitigations on new/existing servers. Operations Manager, Metronome, LLC: Fort Belvoir (New Campus East), Springfield VA. October 2014 – Present • Serves as the Operations Manager at Metronome, LLC for 12-15 employees at Fort Belvoir NGA (New Campus East). • Responsible for time card approval, conducts quarterly performance reviews and annual appraisals. • Discusses and mentors Metronome company employees in achieving personal and professional goals. • Responds to employee questions, concerns, and issues regarding professional and personal subject matters. • Assists Metronome’s Proposal Team in researching open business opportunities within NGA utilizing the Acquisition Research Center (ARC).

• Sr. Linux/Unix Engineer

  • Dec 2013 - Aug 2017



Fulcrum IT Services LLC

• UNIX/Solaris Engineer

  • Mar 2012 - Dec 2013

  Suitland, MD • Developed and engineered GCCSJ/CMMA systems running Solaris 10 (zone/zfs technology) for integration with the various JDISS (Joint Deployable Intelligence Support System) products for CONUS/OCONUS deployment. • Constructed Solaris 10 and Windows XP/7 system builds according to systems present in CONUS/OCONUS locations for OS/Application build testing, and troubleshooting. • Integrated, administered, and patched the Oracle DB with Solaris 10 for a variety of system builds… Show more • Developed and engineered GCCSJ/CMMA systems running Solaris 10 (zone/zfs technology) for integration with the various JDISS (Joint Deployable Intelligence Support System) products for CONUS/OCONUS deployment. • Constructed Solaris 10 and Windows XP/7 system builds according to systems present in CONUS/OCONUS locations for OS/Application build testing, and troubleshooting. • Integrated, administered, and patched the Oracle DB with Solaris 10 for a variety of system builds. • Engineered Windows XP/7 machines integrating COTS/GOTS software. • Updated and verified installation of system patches and .NET framework. • Managed virtual environment testing lab comprising of ESXi servers and several virtual machines. • Regularly reviewed Cybercom’s releases of IAVMs and vendor releases of the latest patches and updates system OS, application software, and system/application databases. • Validated each IAC, considering (C I A), for system functionality and determines if the control is compliant or tailored. • Supported the IA team with composing security scripts, OS hardening policies and procedures. • Provided power point presentations to the team presenter outlining project task and status. • Participated during briefs to responding to specific inquiries and provide inputs for IA team security briefings. • Reviewed regularly, releases from NSA, Cybercom, and program specific vendors remaining cognizant of situations/findings to ensure the improvement of best practices approach with respect to security. • Maintained knowledge management of past and current incidents to react quickly in protecting customers systems with pre-evaluation and ensuring system updates. • Performed peer tests using system installation documentation and tech bulletins prior to sending packages to field deployment teams. • Drafted installation and related correspondence in areas of OS installation and hardening policies, system concept of operations, and inputs into the security policy. Show less



Oracle

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• UNIX Engineering Consultant

  • Mar 2011 - Sep 2012

  Maryland • Administered, monitored, and troubleshoot Solaris 10 UNIX systems in a multi-Single Domain environment. • Performed scheduled/unscheduled OS audits, and RMAN system backups via tape media and virtual tape library. • Maintained, administered, and configured local/remote DTW (DoDIIS Trusted Workstation) systems. • Performed Net App SAN troubleshooting and maintenance. • Performed UNIX system security accreditation involving creation of ACLs, performing certification testing, system… Show more • Administered, monitored, and troubleshoot Solaris 10 UNIX systems in a multi-Single Domain environment. • Performed scheduled/unscheduled OS audits, and RMAN system backups via tape media and virtual tape library. • Maintained, administered, and configured local/remote DTW (DoDIIS Trusted Workstation) systems. • Performed Net App SAN troubleshooting and maintenance. • Performed UNIX system security accreditation involving creation of ACLs, performing certification testing, system upgrades, and patching. • Mitigated IAVA’s, updates virus definitions, and manually updated patches on Windows PC’s. • Updated, administered, and maintained Oracle 11g database with Grid Control. • Performed Siebel software administration and application updates. • Administered, configured, and troubleshot ISSE Guard data transfer system. • Administered users and machines within Windows Active Directory. • Created and updated system and process documentation. Show less



ABSC: Washington Navy Yard

• Sr. UNIX Engineer

  • Jan 2009 - Mar 2011

  • Performed OS system administration, management, planning, installation, configuration, and testing on Solaris 8, 9, and 10, Windows XP, and VISTA on multiple LANs. • Performed UNIX, Windows, and NetApp OS upgrades and system patching to include IAVA’s. • Constructed, administered, and maintained the Solaris virtual environment on multiple networks. • Managed installation and integration of system fixes, updates, and provides configuration and enhancements in support of the OS… Show more • Performed OS system administration, management, planning, installation, configuration, and testing on Solaris 8, 9, and 10, Windows XP, and VISTA on multiple LANs. • Performed UNIX, Windows, and NetApp OS upgrades and system patching to include IAVA’s. • Constructed, administered, and maintained the Solaris virtual environment on multiple networks. • Managed installation and integration of system fixes, updates, and provides configuration and enhancements in support of the OS environments. • Resolved HW/SW interface and interoperability issues on UNIX and Windows servers/workstations and NetApp Filers. • Maintained, administered, and troubleshoot the NetApp Filers external storage devices in a NAS environment. • Responsible in planning, scheduling, and conducting installations of new/modified hardware, and OS application software. • Managed system accounts, file system access, network rights, and privileged equipment throughout the infrastructure. • Executed DISA STIGs and Retina Scans complying with Information Security policies for systems security hardening. • Knowledge of methods and procedures of protecting information systems and data ensuring availability, authentication, confidentiality, integrity. • Implemented security methods, procedures, and tools to ensure least privilege and system access control • Utilized Windows Active Directory to manage group policies and system accounts. • Managed and administered ISSE Guard, data transfer system, and customer training. Serves as a Data Transfer Agent (DTA) per IA policy on classified networks. Manages, provides, and administers PKI certificates. • Managed backup, recovery, and archival functions utilizing VERITAS Netbackup software. Show less



L3 Technologies

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sr. UNIX Administrator

  • Sep 2006 - Jan 2009

  • Administered, managed, and designed UNIX system baselines. • Engineered and constructed Solaris 7, 8, 9, and 10 servers used for the Oracle database. • Utilized advanced install features Jumpstart and Flash to install Solaris 9 and 10 systems. • Installed OS/SW security patches and IAVA’s as required • Executed DISA STIGs and Retina Scans adhering to Information Security policies. • Performed OS security hardening and Firmware system upgrades on numerous servers, media… Show more • Administered, managed, and designed UNIX system baselines. • Engineered and constructed Solaris 7, 8, 9, and 10 servers used for the Oracle database. • Utilized advanced install features Jumpstart and Flash to install Solaris 9 and 10 systems. • Installed OS/SW security patches and IAVA’s as required • Executed DISA STIGs and Retina Scans adhering to Information Security policies. • Performed OS security hardening and Firmware system upgrades on numerous servers, media libraries, and NetApp Filers. • Maintained and administered SSO (Single Sign On) system servers and user accounts for JDISS. • Provided internal network email support, on multiple domains, created and managed POP accounts, troubleshot email issues in collaboration with Firewall personnel. • Maintained and monitored system backups via Netbackup software in a SAN environment. • Managed primary and secondary Domain Name Service (DNS) records on multiple networks. Managed black/white lists. • Managed and administered cross domain data transfer application, Auto TRANS. Edited Perl scripts per ad-hoc requests in support of customer base. • Performed system administration tasks for the Oracle database team Show less



BAE Systems

• United Kingdom
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Systems Engineer

  • Jun 2004 - Sep 2006

  • Provided system administrative support for the COPS/PPS DCGSN imagery exploitation library system. • Managed, administered, and maintained Command Imagery Library (CIL) system in support of imagery collection for the Naval Fleet and armed services. • Performed system backups via SAN attached storage utilizing Netbackup software. • Monitored and administered IRIX and Solaris systems. • Supported and monitors COTS/GOTS products IEC, IESS, and HPSS software segments which were… Show more • Provided system administrative support for the COPS/PPS DCGSN imagery exploitation library system. • Managed, administered, and maintained Command Imagery Library (CIL) system in support of imagery collection for the Naval Fleet and armed services. • Performed system backups via SAN attached storage utilizing Netbackup software. • Monitored and administered IRIX and Solaris systems. • Supported and monitors COTS/GOTS products IEC, IESS, and HPSS software segments which were co-mingled with the Command Imagery Library (CIL). Show less



Lockheed Martin

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Systems Engineer

  • Jun 2001 - Jun 2004

  • Provided systems support and troubleshooting for the Remote Management System (RMS) • Monitored and troubleshot Solaris OS issues with CONUS/OCONUS remote sites. • Conducted technical investigations to resolve LAN/WAN, server, and end-user issues via network monitoring tools. • Performed maintenance of servers and workstations, user account administration, and maintained COTS/GOTS products which made up RMS. • Documented system related issues describing occurrence, duration… Show more • Provided systems support and troubleshooting for the Remote Management System (RMS) • Monitored and troubleshot Solaris OS issues with CONUS/OCONUS remote sites. • Conducted technical investigations to resolve LAN/WAN, server, and end-user issues via network monitoring tools. • Performed maintenance of servers and workstations, user account administration, and maintained COTS/GOTS products which made up RMS. • Documented system related issues describing occurrence, duration, system impact, any technical investigation performed, and final solution and/or recommendation. • Served as Site Team Lead/Supervisor in absence of Senior Lead. • Held positions of Offsite Positions Coordinator, CBT Coordinator (Computer Based Training), and Management and Data Systems Coordinator. • Created CBT modules in support of: The Hubble Telescope, and AFSCN (Air Force Satellite Control Network). • Supported Project SASR (Strategic Airport Security Rollout), TSA’s reorganization of airport checkpoints and passenger screening. Show less