Manager Engineer

Location:

Bowie, MD

Posted:

May 01, 2017

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Marissa A. Ramos

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Bowie, Md. 20720

301-***-****-h 301-***-****-c

acz2pv@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: To secure a Lead Systems Engineer position where I can utilize my skills and experience, and be an asset to the association or company that will employ me.

SKILLS: Certified Sun/Oracle Solaris Administrator, Red Hat, Ubuntu, and CentOS Linux administration, Tru-64 System Administration, Oracle virtualization that includes Containers or Zone and LDOM administration, SAN Storage administration that includes Brocade and Qlogic SAN Switch technology, HP, Oracle/SUN and NEXSAN storage arrays for fiber and iSCSI connections, Apache and iPlanet Webservices, LDAP, Sendmail, VERITAS and SUN Volume Manager/Solstice Disksuite, VERITAS Cluster Server, Sun Cluster, VERITAS Netbackup, EMC Legato Networker, RAID Technologies, ZFS, Liveupgrade, Jumpstart, DNS/Bind, Kerberos, F-Secure SSH, OpenSSH, Red Hat Virtualization, Alcatel-Lucent Firewall (Brick 1100A and 700), Citrix Netscaler MPX 9700, Fortinet Fort iGATE 1000D

IT EXPERIENCES

Experience installing, configuring and administering SUN OS/Solaris 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11on various Sun hardware product lines (M9000s, M5000s, T7s, T5s, T3-1s, T3-2s, T5220s, T5120s, T2000s, and other SunFire, Ultra, Netra and Enterprise Class Servers).

Experience installing and configuring SUN StorEdge Arrays that includes 6780, 6580 and SUN 6180s, RELDATA 9240i, NEXSAN Arrays, HP EVA 6400, 8000, 5000 and 3000, MTI, T3, Compaq EMA, D100/D130, etc. storage arrays, while creating various RAID-enabled logical volumes & file systems using fiber-attached server connections and iSCSI technologies.

Experience configuring and managing Red Hat Enterprise 5, 6 and 7 in both standalone and virtualized environments using Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization and VMware vSphere virtualization solutions.

Experience in performing firewall migrations from the Alcatel-Lucent VPN Firewall Bricks to the newer Fortinet Fort iGATE 1000D firewalls, including all accompanying firewall rules, hostgroups, servicegroups and IPsec VPN Tunnels.

Experience in planning, building and expanding new SAN environments by configuring SAN switches and creating new SAN zone objects using Brocade and Qlogic SAN switches and performing upgrades and migrations.

Experience installing and configuring virtualization technologies such as the use of Sun/Oracle Containers or zones for software virtualization, LDOMs for hardware virtualization, and tape storage virtualization using DataDomain.

Experience utilizing EMC Networker and VERITAS’ Netbackup product on a Solaris platform to perform enterprise-level backups on various backup devices such as Sun StorEdge SL500, HP MSL6480, HP ESL712e, HP MSL6060, HP MSL5000, SUN StorEdgeLTO and L1000, L20 and SUN Sparc Storage Library.

Experience building, configuring and managing Sun StorageTek Crypto Key Management appliance (KMA) for managing encryption keys for our tape backup storage solution.

Experience installing, configuring and administering VERITAS' VCS and Sun Cluster product on Sun Enterprise Class servers to ensure High Availability for mission critical applications and database implementations.

Experience on configuring ZFS Filesystems and integrating Solaris Liveupgrade functionality.

Experience installing, upgrading, configuring and administering BIND for DNS implementations.

Experience installing, upgrading, configuring and administering SENDMAIL for internal/external mail capabilities and providing a secured mail utility that prohibits third-party mail relay.

Experience installing, configuring and administering Veritas’ Volume Manager (VxFS) and Solstice DiskSuite on Solaris servers to manage data stored on various SAN and Array storage infrastructures.

Experience installing, configuring and administering iPlanet Web Server product, as well as compiling and configuring Apache Web Server and other web developer components such as PHP, Ant, and connectors such as mod_jk, ajp and Apache Tomcat.

Experience installing, configuring and administering iPlanet LDAP for directory service implementations.

Experience building new servers using Jumpstart and home-grown scripts and tools.

Experience building, creating and testing Solaris’ and third party application and utilities’ packages.

Experience creating shells scripts for ease of system administration (Bourne, Korn, C and Perl scripts)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – Actionet, Inc. / Largo, MD

Subject Matter Expert/Lead Systems and Storage Engineer /September 2005 – Present

Technical lead of a group of 10 system engineers and operators for the NOAA ITC facility. Acts a technical liason and coordinator for special projects, daily tasks and assignments in the Unix, Windows, Networking, Disk and Tape Storage and Backups, Citrix, F5 BigIP and Firepass and Citrix Netscaler environment. Led the efforts of implementation and encforcement of Two-Factor Authenticaion using CAC/PIV cards for both the Unix and Windows environments. Presently support and maintain Sun Solaris servers in versions 9, 10,and 11, Red Hat Linux 4, 5, 6 and 7. Aside from being a Lead Senior Unix Engineer, also holds the title of Lead Senior SAN Storage engineer for the NOAA ITC facility. Built and configured Sun Storage 6780, 6580 and 6180 Arrays, NEXSAN SATABeast/SASBeast Arrays, DELL PowerVault storage and RELDATA 9240i for fibre-attached and iSCSI connections. Maintains and supports HP EVA 6400, 8000, 5000 and 3000 enterprise SAN storage, including HP Storage Management nodes. Administers and also built new SAN environments utilizing Brocade and Qlogic SAN switches for port and zone administration. Currently acts as a Lead Network Engineer in managingand upgrading the Fortinet FortiGate 1000D, Lucent firewalls, Cisco Catalyst switches (4507R, 4948, 4507, 3550, 3560, 2950), and the Citrix Netscaler MPX 9700 for virtual service load balancing and Access Gateway. Install and maintains various SUN Enterprise, SunFire servers and StorEdge disk and tape devices, HP ESL, MSA, and MSL storage devices, HP Alpha ES80 and ES47 servers, Dell PowerEdge sservers. Standardized and implemented the use of ALOM/SC remote console access and management. Built and configured new Infrastructure Backup environments with the use of EMC Networker as the backup software, and utilizing both Unix and Windows backup servers and HP MSL tape storage devices. Installed and configured auditing and IDS tools such as AIDE, Tripwire, Sudo rootsh and SunShield BSM to audit system login and logout activity, commands executed by users, file modifications, additions and deletions made by users. Installed and designed the implementaion of EIQ Securevue for SNMP-based monitoring, centralized log consolidation, configuration and asset management, real-time alert generation. Installed, configured and manage Nagios for remote system and service monitoring. Installed and propagated the use of P-SYNCH for password policy management and password synchronization across all Sun Solaris, Red Hat Linux and Tru64 systems. Performs OS and firmware upgrades to mitigate security vulnerabilities and bug fixes. Maintains user accounts, investigate and monitor system performance, perform kernel management and configurations, and apply capacity planning methodologies. Installed and configured Nessus to test and discover known security problems, holes and issues on Unix servers. Racks, installs the Operating System, and configures Sun, Linux and Tru64 systems for application, database and web purpose with its proper storage and backup requirements. Built and configured Solaris Jumpstart to automate and standardize server builds. Performs upgrades and expansions of DNS/BIND services for the NOAA ITC office. Performed the BIND DNSSEC migration of the NOAA ITC faciltiy. Setup mail relay servrices for the ITC rdc domain using Sendmail. Performs Weblogic application administration and troubleshoot application, transport layer issues and application bottlenecks. Manages Sun Cluster for automatic failover solution for the GrantsOnline database production environment. Creates server documentation, user guides and policies for the NOAA ITC department. Installed and configured virtualization technologies such as the use of Sun Solaris 10 and 11 Kernel and Solaris zones for OS virtualization (forT7s, T5s, T3s, T2000s and T5120 servers), LDOMs for hardware virtualization (for M9000s and M5000s), Red Hat Linux 6 Enterprise virtualization, and tape storage virtualization using DataDomain. Configured ZFS filesystems and utilized LiveUpgrade for performing OS and kernel upgrades. Configured and installed Sun StorageTek Crypto Key Management appliance (KMA) and the Oracle Key Manager for managing encryption keys used in the Sun SL500 tape library. Successfully completed the HP/Alpha Tru64 OS and data migration of the CBS Financial and DataWarehouse environment to the newly built and configured Oracle Solaris virtualized platform.

CGH TECHNOLOGIES, INC. – Convergence, Inc. / Washington, DC

UNIX Systems Administrator / March 2005 – September 2005

Performed system administration tasks in the SUN Solaris (8 and 9) and Red Hat Linux Advanced Server environments. Managed, configured and installed Apache web services both running in Sun Solaris and Linux environments. Installed and configured SUDO across all of the Federal Aviation Agency's servers. Involved in vendor negotiations of the FAA's storage requirements and initial storage purchase. Built and configured new and repurposed Sun Fire servers. Installed and configured Nokia's IPSO 3.6 and Check Point FP3 for the IP120 and IP330 firewalls. Installed and configured CVS - Concurrent Version Systems for the developers. Installed and propagated the use of BigBrother to monitor Unix system resources and processes. Involved in building and configuring tools such as Cfengine and Rdist to standardize all Unix system files for ease of administration. Installed and configured MYSQL and Bugzilla running on a Red Hat Linux platform. Installed and maintained Perl modules in Sun and Linux environments. Created various shell scripts to automate and simplify repetitive and complex tasks. Created system, how-to documentations and user manuals.

AMERICAN RED CROSS – Convergence, Inc. / Falls Church, VA

UNIX Systems Engineer / October 2004 – March 2005

Involved in performing Systems Engineering tasks in the SUN Solaris (2.8 and 9) and IBM AIX (4.3.* and 5.*) environments. Implemented and enabled remote management and administration of Sun Fire Servers using Sun RSC (Remote System Control) and ALOM via Ethernet ports. Actively involved in projects relating to upgrading IBM AIX 4.3.* environments to IBM AIX 5.2 – 5.3; upgrading the Backup infrastructure from Legato Networker 6.* Network Edition to 7.0 Power Edition. Worked on testing and integrating HP EVA 5000 storage device under Solaris 8 and 9 environments with Secure Path technology and enabling Veritas-controlled devices. Created and provided necessary manuals and documentations. Installed and configured SSH to be the standard secure access to Sun Solaris servers. Created various scripts and programs to improve system administration tasks such as securely copy files and directories using rsync and scp, add new users and delete users from Sun Servers, install packages and patches to a server or list of servers from a central location. Involved in storage capacity planning efforts and proper allocation of storage devices. Maintains jumpstart boot images and flash archives. Builds new servers (Sun Fire v210, 220R, v240, 280R, 420R, v440, v480, v880, Netra T1) and environments using jumpstart technology. Performs performance tuning for Weblogic applications and Oracle database applications. Involved in Sun Directory Service implementation.

DISCOVERY COMMUNICATIONS / Silver Spring, MD

Lead UNIX Server Engineer for Server Operations Group – UNIX Online / October 2003 – October 2004

Performed system administration and engineering tasks in SUN Solaris 2.6, 2.7 and 8 environments. Helped in designing new Online web server system layouts and architecture. Assisted in the planning and purchase of new server and storage equipments. Worked on storage capacity planning efforts and documentations. Provided recommendations to help in determining future storage requirements with the use third party applications/tools such as HP OVSAM. Built, configured and created packages for ease of distribution and standardization across the system environment. Configured and rebuilt Solaris’ patch kernel clusters to meet and match the current infrastructure requirements. In charge of the distribution and scheduling of various system’s kernel patch and OBP upgrades. Responsible for fixing and repairing SUN and Fujitsu hardware equipments that ranges from SUN Netras, Enterprise class, and Sun Fire servers. Installed and maintained Solstice Disk Suite metadevices and Veritas Volume Manager diskgroups and volumes. Installed and upgraded Sendmail to version 8.12.10. Installed, upgraded and supported Netscape Suitespot Enterprise Web Server products. Installed and supported Perl binaries and modules. Investigated and implemented server hardening efforts to protect the server from attacks and other security vulnerabilities. Installed, upgraded and supported OpenSSH, OpenSSL and Zlib applications and/or utilities. Responsible for the daily administration tasks and issues for the OpenAdStream application. Worked directly with application developers and content management team for the rollout and testing of new java-based applications for web use. Worked directly with Database administrators for database tuning and troubleshooting server performance issues. Maintained and supported Cfengine to automate the configuration and maintenance of the system state. Maintained and supported CVS, a version

control system, for tracking changes, record keeping and collaboration facilitation of documents, application configuration files and orareports. Installed and maintained NAGIOS, a system, process, port and services monitoring tool. Maintained and created online documentations and procedures.

DIGEX INC. / Beltsville, MD

Sr. Administrator - Unix Technical Operations (UTO) / April 2000 – October 2003

Involved in performing system and network administration tasks in SUN Solaris 2.5, 2.6, 7, 8 and 9 environments. Configured and maintained various SUN servers and workstations, including SUN Ultra Enterprise and Sun Fire servers, Netra T1’s, and several SUN Sparc and Ultra boxes. Created and configured a failover solution for mission-critical servers with the use of Shell scripts and Veritas Cluster Server 2.0. Performs hardware, OS, kernel patch and OBP upgrades. Installed, configured and currently maintain a backup solution for high production and development servers using Veritas NetBackup, with SUN StorEdge L1000, L20 and SUN Sparc Storage Library as the hardware media. Configured and maintains daily file system and Oracle backup and restores, using Enterprise backup utility (EBU) and RMAN. Built and configured MTI RAID system using MTI StorageWare 2500 and Gladiator 9300, 3200, 3500, and S200 RAID, SUN T3 and D100/130 arrays. Provided assistance in the setup, configuration and installation of Compaq EMA12000. Created and currently maintains a volume replication procedure using Veritas Volume Replicator. Proficient with the use and application of Solstice DiskSuite and Veritas Volume Manager for software RAID implementation and hardware disk setup. Installed, upgraded, configured and maintains DNS using BIND 8.2.3. Configures, installs, maintains and troubleshoots various OS and web-based applications such as Sendmail, Netscape iPlanet, Apache, Webtrends, Weblogic and Interwoven. Orders and installs Verisign security certificates from Apache and Netscape iPlanet platforms. Creates various shell scripts using Borne, Korn and C shells to simplify and automate tasks. Upgrade and maintain the Jumpstart server with the most recent tools, patches and improved application packages or clusters for server and workstation installations. Analyze and recommend the purchase of server/network equipment. Assists the Database Administrators in the implementation and maintenance of Oracle databases. Review server loads and bottlenecks and provide proper recommendation for disk, kernel and memory utilization. Created and currently maintains IT UNIX Knowledge Base. Created a SYSLOG server to capture system messages on all servers. Creates user manuals and documentations. Performs classroom training sessions or workshops for various system and hardware related topics.

PRIMARK CORPORATION / BETHESDA MD

Applications Technician II / November 1999 – April 2000

Constructed and implemented various network and application monitoring techniques in Windows NT 4.0 (Service Pack 5) and Unix environments. In charge of troubleshooting, system maintenance and support of Primark/Disclosure main applications which includes Global Access 3.5/4.0, EDGAR Direct, NewsManager, and Piranha. Responsible for disseminating SEC documents through EDGAR Direct in a real-time mode using SUN Solaris 2.6. Constructed user manuals and instructions for proper utilization and support of Primark’s applications. Performed user training in the proper utilization of Global Access, MQ Series 5.0 monitoring procedures, Database Administration tools such as DBArtisan and Sybase Central, and network administration tools such as Patrol, and What’s Up Gold.

ARINTERNET CORPORATION / LANDOVER, MD

System/Network Administrator / March 1999 – July 2000

Performed system administration tasks in SunOS 4.1.3, FreeBSD 2.2.8-3.0, IRIX 5.3 Unix platforms. Installed and configured CISCO 2500 series and Ascend P-50 routers and pipelines for ISDN LAN connections. Managed and created mailing lists using Majordomo. Configured DNS and web IP network addressing. Responsible for Cold Fusion administration and maintenance. Strategically configured Sendmail 8.8 for ceasing or lessening email spamming. Installed and configured a Multi Router Traffic Grapher used for monitoring network traffic load. Assisted users in creation and use of various HTML forms, CGI and Perl scripts. In charge of daily backups and file restorations. Constructed user manuals and user guides for proper access and utilization of Internet service.

MATTRESS DISCOUNTERS CORPORATE/EXECUTIVE OFFICE / UPPER MARLBORO, MD

Computer Support/Computer Trainer / September 1998 – March 1999

Provided a wide range of computer and networking support to approximately 400 users in the corporate office, regional offices and stores, in Windows NT, Windows 3.11, Windows 95/98, Novell NetWare 3.x and 4.x environments. Prepared user manuals and user guides for the proper utilization of JDA, an IBM AS400 customized application sales system. Supported Microsoft Office 95/97 applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Access. Provided technical assistance and support in the use of Corel’s WordPerfect, Lotus 123 v.5, and Paradox. Administered and conducted classroom and personal training for the use of the upgraded Point of Sales system developed under the IBM AS400 environment.

HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE / CHEVY CHASE, MD

Help Desk Representative / March 1998 – September 1998

Supported Microsoft Office 95/97 applications, including MS Word, Excel, Access, Netscape and Outlook. Troubleshoot telecommunication and basic connectivity issues and problems with regards to TCP/IP and IPX/SPX protocols. Maintained and administered HEAT System, a help desk support management application used for logging user calls for support and various computer service requests. Provided assistance in solving Novell NetWare 4.0 related issues such as network printing and utilization of network based applications. Answered questions regarding connectivity and sign-on problems affecting the DBS, CSS Horizon, and PeopleSoft applications. Constructed various reports through Crystal Report Writer.

UNITED STATES NAVY

Middle Manager of a Purchasing and Inventory Control Division / March 1995 - March 1998

Hands-on experience in the management of all supply and logistics operations for the purchasing, contracting, shipping, receiving, inventory, cost control, accounting, and storage of material and equipment to support Naval aviation, ships and submarines. Processed incoming and outgoing correspondents necessary for the subsistence of the gas turbine engines necessary for the Spruance Class Destroyer vessel to perform her duties both at sea and at shore. Maintained accurate inventories of the different parts and peripherals items in stock. Conducted training for each divisional supply petty officers onboard for the establishment of different guidelines and instructions in ordering and procuring various technical and supplementary components.

CHEMONICS INTERNATIONAL / WASHINGTON, D.C.

Computer/LAN Support Specialist / November 1992 - March 1995

Provided a wide range of computer and network support for 300+ users, on six fileservers, including overseas and local satellite offices. Administered Arcnet, Ethernet thin, and 10BaseT networks in both Windows and DOS environments. In charge of nightly backups and restoration of requested files and/or directories of six fileservers. Established Email connections to 19 field offices. Maintained and repaired hardware including IBM XT’s, AT’s and IBM compatibles with 286, 386, 486, and Pentium processors. Responsible for all user network maintenance and use, including Email and MHS. Installed, configured, and performed minor repairs on hardware peripherals such as mouse, CD-ROM, hard drives, memory chips, laserjet and dot matrix printers, and modems. Presented personal and classroom computer training and orientation to new and existing personnel for network and software use. Wrote software evaluations and instruction manuals for end users.

EDUCATION:

2012 University of Maryland University College

Adelphi, Maryland

Candidate for Master of Science degree in CyberSecurity

2009 HP Accelerated SAN Essentials Training (SAN switch management)

Bethesda, MD