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Delaware

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Principal Linux Engineer with 6 years of experience in Linux environments, with a distinct expertise in navigating various operating systems, managing applications, and platforms, exhibiting proficiency in deployment, configuration, patching, system performance monitoring, kernel tuning, and virtualization. Demonstrated versatility in adapting to different technological landscapes, with a solid grasp of VMWare, AWS, Red Hat Satellite, and proficiency in employing cutting-edge DevOps tools like Ansible, Docker, and Git. Proactive and dedicated with a focus on organizational and team success.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Operating System

Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu

Virtualization

VMWare, ESXi, Vsphere, Vmotion, Cluster

Cloud (AWS)

EC2, S3, EBS, EFS, IAM, CloudWatch, ELB

DevOps Tools

Ansible, GIT, Docker, Kubernetes,

Package Management

YUM, RPM, Red Hat Satellite

Storage

SAN, NAS, LVM, RAID

Disk Management

LVM, fdisk, gdisk, Parted

Monitoring Tools

Nagios, Splunk

Servers

PXE boot, Kick-Start

System Security

Management

Firewall, Iptables, SELinux, McAfee

Version Control Tools

Git, GitLab, Bitbucket

Configuration

Management

Ansible

Backup Tools

NetBackup

Ticketing Tools

Jira, ServiceNow (SNOW)

WORK EXPERIENCE

BANK OF CHINA, NYC, NY

PRINCIPAL LINUX ENGINEER March 2022 to Present

oCollaborating with other cross function teams to design and plan the architecture of Linux-based systems and accessing hardware and software requirements for optimal performance and scalability.

oAutomated infrastructure management through Ansible, orchestrating tasks such as configuration and deployment for enhanced efficiency and consistency.

oDemonstrated expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining Linux infrastructure using Ansible playbooks and ad-hoc commands.

oAdept at fine tuning Linux system performance and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency in diverse infrastructure environments by optimizing resource utilization.

oAdministered storage resources through tasks such as deploying and establishing Logical Volumes, adjusting the sizes of logical volumes, and managing volume groups.

oMonitored infratsructure using Nagios to implement monitoring solutions for proactive system health checks, alerting, and efficient incident management in a diverse Linux environment.

oProficient in utilizing Git for efficient version control, branching, merging, and collaboration within software development projects.

oOptimized overall system performance by demonstrating expertise in working with Docker containers, encompassing the skillful creation and execution of container builds.

oProficient in orchestrating and managing containerized applications using Kubernetes

oExperienced in strategically configuring AWS load balancers, including ELB, to effectively distribute network bandwidth and ensure optimal performance for applications.

oHands-on experience with AWS, encompassing EC2 instance deployment, scala S3 buckets, CloudWatch utilization, and policy-based IAM access control.

oScheduling and overseeing tasks, updates, and configuration files using the Red Hat Satellite Server

oEnsuring seamless transitions and successful outcomes by fostering teamwork and coordination, optimizing collaborative efforts for efficient implementation.

ACCENTURE, NYC, NY

LINUX SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR APRIL 2019 TO MARCH 2022

oProficient in the provisioning and upkeep of virtual machines with utilization of VMware technologies, including vSphere, ESXi.

oParticipated in decommissioning and migration of servers, projects.

oTook initiative in strengthening system security, implementing measures such as fortifying boot.

oDemonstrating expertise in configuring, installing, and updating packages through utilization of RPM and YUM package management tools.

oAdministred Network File System (NFS) to ensure seamless file sharing and network functionality.

oSkillfully engineered RAID arrays, implementing various configurations such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, to optimize fault tolerance, enhance system reliability.

oDemonstrated proficiency in NIC teaming, adeptly configuring and managing network interface cards to ensure fault tolerance, enhanced connectivity and performance with efficient utilization of runners like active backup, load balance and round robin.

oTroubleshooting network security-related issues with Iptables and firewalls.

oProficient in the administration of users and groups, overseeing permissions and privileges through the configuration of the sudoers file.

oExpert in leveraging crontab for scheduling and automating tasks, ensuring efficient execution of routine processes.

oSkillfully tuning kernel parameters, ensuring precise configuration for enhanced system performance and stability.

oConducted in-depth Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using Splunk log analysis, proactively resolving incidents to safeguard and maintain the health and stability of Linux systems.

YAHOO LOCKPORT, NY

LINUX OPERATOR AUGUST 2017 – MARCH 2019

oPerformed routine system maintenance tasks such as software updates, patching, and security fixes.

oCreated users, added users to groups, and removed user accounts.

oManaged permissions and access controls to ensure security and compliance.

oMonitor system performance, resource utilization, and overall health of Linux servers.

oAccountable for the meticulous maintenance and troubleshooting of performance management.

oImplementing SSH Public Key authentication for both interactive and automated single sign-on connections to ensure secure and seamless access control.

oRacked and stacked servers, ensured optimal physical placement, cable management, and hardware setup for efficient and reliable infrastructure operations.

oImplemented and managed backup strategies to safeguard data and ensured data integrity.

oTook corrective actions and worked towards minimizing downtime.

EDUCATION

Bachelor in Arts 2007

Queens College, NY

Udemy 2017

NEVEELA GONDAL

PRINCIPAL LINUX ENGINEER

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