Co-Owner

• Oct 2020 - Present

President and Chief Operating Officer

• Oct 2020 - Present

Lead System Administrator

• Dec 2017 - Sep 2020

- Linux system administrator - Utilize Puppet / SIMP to adhere to DoD STIG policies - Configure Puppet to kickstart various systems using different kickstart profiles. - Manage a variety of different CentOS deployments utilizing a role / profile Puppet setup. - Hadoop Infrastructure administrator - Stood up a Hadoop environment to include Ambari, NiFi, Storm, ZooKeeper, Kafka, HDFS, Accumulo, YARN, Hive, Spark, and Koverse - Stood up SecurityCenter instance to monitor vulnerabilities in a disconnected environment - Stood up ESXi servers and vCenter server to build and manage VMWare VM's - Configured Arista switches to ensure network connectivity and redundancy across network - Setup various repositories to ensure all systems have up to date software - Backup home directories and servers using BackupPC - Stood up SIEM solution utilizing Elasticsearch, LogStash and Grafana. - Stood up GitLab instance - Stood up Nexus Repository Manager to host Docker containers - Deployed Kubernetes Cluster utilizing various deployment technologies including Rancher and OpenShift. - Convert developers Docker containers to be deployed into Kubernetes cluster. - Stood up a GlusterFS distributed storage solution for shared directory access for a variety of different applications including to be used as persistent volumes for Kubernetes cluster. Show less

System Engineer

• Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

-Provide system administration for MS Windows Servers 2008, 2012 and 2016 to include Windows Security Update Services and Group Policy administration daily. -Provide system administration for Linux CentOS 7 Servers and workstations to include managing local CentOS repository and building / STIG images for both the server image and workstation image. -Update McAfee framework packages and VirusScan patches and DAT files via HBSS server. -Provide network / System administration to VMWare environments. -Install new software releases via managed software GPO. Install system upgrades / patches via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). -Lifecycle and install new physical and virtual servers as needed on a reoccurring basis. -Operate Backup Exec software ensuring monthly and daily backup jobs complete for data protection. -Utilize network scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS) to assess vulnerability status and mitigate vulnerabilities on a monthly basis. Show less

Systems Administrator III

• May 2016 - Aug 2017

-Provide system administration for MS Windows Servers 2008, 2012 and 2016 to include Windows Security Update Services and Group Policy administration daily. -Provide system administration for Linux CentOS 7 Servers and workstations to include managing local CentOS repository and building / STIG images for both the server image and workstation image. -Update McAfee framework packages and VirusScan patches and DAT files via HBSS server. -Provide network / System administration to VMWare environments. -Install new software releases via managed software GPO. Install system upgrades / patches via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). -Lifecycle and install new physical and virtual servers as needed on a reoccurring basis. -Operate Backup Exec software ensuring monthly and daily backup jobs complete for data protection. -Utilize network scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS) to assess vulnerability status and mitigate vulnerabilities on a monthly basis. Show less

Systems Administrator

• Mar 2014 - May 2016

-Subject Matter Expert for an Enterprise Service desk that provides Mission Readiness support to over 70,000 Core customers and upwards of 200,000 total customers. -Sat with all agents to ensure agents were properly creating / documenting tickets, proper troubleshooting steps were being followed, and if there were any areas of improvement as to speed up the agents. -Demonstrated advanced skills during rapid analysis and troubleshooting of desktop, file management, profile, Active Directory, and Microsoft Exchange Issues. -Exhibits advanced knowledge of Enterprise support hardware, software, network connectivity and applications. -Shows advanced knowledge of the Windows desktop operating systems and administrative tools; Active Directory; Group, Domain, and Systems policies; profiles and permissions. -Researched and documented new technical solutions. -Reviews existing technical solutions for improvements and efficiencies. -Demonstrated cross-functional knowledge to include application services and networking by establishing working relationships with other technical teams. -Technical Trainer for all newly hired personnel. Show less

IT Manager

• Jan 2010 - Mar 2014

Senior IT Specialist in charge of 20 personnel on the daily operation of 10 strategic communication circuits, processing Naval messages, and conducting data collection for strategic command post missions. Managed the Information Assurance (IA) program, ensuring all Information Systems adhered to IA policies and procedures. Reported directly to the top senior executive on all operational and IA matters. • Implemented Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) Security Patches in Windows Server 2000 environment.• Managed and conducted SQL database backups in a Windows Server 2000 environment ensuring critical data was readily available to restore.• Conducted routine server maintenance to include Preventative and Corrective maintenance.• Provided technical expertise on Personal Computer Messaging Terminal, a MS-DOS / UNIX based Naval messaging system.• Oversaw the installation of Transmit-Receive Enhanced Communications System used to connect multiple workstations to a single messaging server utilizing a Windows Server 2008 environment.• As organization Customer Technical Representative (CTR), provided support on all computer related inquiries, as well as preparing Moves / Adds / Changes (MAC) requests utilizing NMCI Enterprise Tool (.NET) and Service Request eForm (SReF).• Managed and configured Very Low Frequency Submarine Broadcast using Windows Server 2000 environment and Cisco routers. Show less

Systems Administrator

• Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

Part of a team of IT Specialists who built a network consisting of more than 80 computers and 600 users provided secure network capabilities in Afghanistan, using a deployable Windows Server 2007 network configuration . Provided guidance into the design and configuration of network components to include Domain Controller, Exchange Server, Cisco Routers, and File and Print Server. Assisted in running CAT-5 and fiber optic cabling, creating domains and group policies, administering account creations, and providing technical expertise and troubleshooting to the Tier 3 level.• Performed audits of various user accounts to ensure organizational and Information Assurance policies are adhered to.• Provided disaster recovery options by creating various backups to include SQL and tape.• Applied various security updates and patches (Virus Definitions, Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert Patches, configuration changes, and drivers).• Provided organization with troubleshooting of user problems to include: Account creations, modifications and lockouts using Active Directory; Network connectivity issues including cut fiber / CAT-5 lines; various software application issues; E-mail issues.• Replaced network components including hard drives, power supplies, RAM, motherboards, mice, keyboards, and monitors, as well as providing routine server maintenance.• First person in Naval Construction Force History to maintain and operate the Harris Rugged Deployable Satellite Communications Terminal, which provided organization with both Secure and non-secure internet capabilities, as well as phone services via Defense Switched Network.• Utilized CallManager in a Field environment to configure VoIP capabilities.• Trained over 400 personnel on Information Assurance policies, phishing scams, and suspicious e-mails.• Some experience with the set-up and configuration of the following servers and services: NTFS, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, and Security patches. Show less

IT Specialist

• Jun 2004 - Jan 2007

IT Specialist managed and maintained automated message processing operations using UNIX, Windows 2000, and DOS based software for the Automated Digital Network and Defense Message Systems.• Maintained and operated 43 communication circuits.• Provided technical expertise and assistance in the expeditious processing of over 38,000 messages a month to 177 commands throughout the Pacific Northwest.• Assisted in the loading and operation of the following Communication Security equipment: STU-III, AN/CYZ-10, Sectera Modem, and Fortezza Cards. Show less