Brennan Downs
Gig Harbor,WA
Summary
Experienced IT professional with a strong background in networking, system administration, and cloud technologies. Holds a CCNA certification and is currently pursuing CompTIA Security+ and AWS Cloud Practitioner credentials. Proficient in managing Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, Arch) and Windows environments. Adept at troubleshooting systems and optimizing virtual machines. Demonstrates hands-on expertise in virtualization, security, and automation, driven by a genuine passion for continuous learning. Proven track record of diagnosing and resolving complex system issues to ensure optimal performance and stability.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
VM Management & Troubleshooting
- Repaired and optimized Ubuntu and Arch Linux VMs for performance and stability
- Diagnosed and resolved boot issues, kernel panics, package conflicts, and system crashes
- Configured GRUB bootloader, managed disk partitions, and fixed broken dependencies
- Automated system updates, backups, and security hardening measures for Linux VMs
- Optimized system resources and networking configurations for virtualized environments
Dockerized SPT Server
- Deployed and maintained a self-hosted Dockerized SPT (Single Player Tarkov) server
- Automated updates, optimized network settings, and configured security policies
Cisco Virtual Home Lab
- Built a virtualized lab simulating enterprise IT environments
- Configured Cisco routers/switches, managed Windows/Linux VMs
- Repaired Ubuntu VMs and troubleshot Windows and Arch system issues
AWS Cloud Deployment
- Managed AWS EC2 instances, S3 storage
- Implemented VPC segmentation and security best practices
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Networking And Cyber Security
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA03-2027
Skills
- PowerShell Scripting
- Python Development Skills
- Docker
- Docker Compose
- Network Routing
- VLAN Configuration
- Firewall System Management
- Network Subnetting
- Linux System Management
- Windows Server Management
- VMware Administration
- AWS Cloud Computing Skills
Why Hire Me
- Hands-On Expertise: Practical experience in networking, system administration, and troubleshooting
- Problem Solver: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve IT issues efficiently
- Security & Cloud-Focused: Knowledge in securing IT environments and optimizing cloud deployments
- Continuous Learner: Actively developing skills through certifications and hands-on projects
Certification
- CCNA
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (In progress)
- CompTIA Security+ (In progress)
Summary
IT professional with expertise in networking, system administration, and cloud technologies. CCNA certified and pursuing CompTIA Security+ and AWS Cloud Practitioner. Skilled in managing Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, Arch) and Windows environments, troubleshooting systems, and optimizing virtual machines. Hands-on experience in virtualization, security, and automation, with a passion for continuous learning. Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues, ensuring optimal performance and stability.
Timeline
Cisco Virtual Home Lab
VM Management & Troubleshooting
Dockerized SPT Server
AWS Cloud Deployment
Associate of Applied Science - Networking And Cyber Security
Tacoma Community College
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