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Carina Winstead

Richmond,Virginia

Summary

Professional with strong expertise in Linux systems management, network configuration, and security protocols. Demonstrates strong commitment to team collaboration and delivering results, ensuring systems are robust and efficient. Adept at troubleshooting, automation, and adapting to changing demands to meet organizational goals. Known for reliability, problem-solving skills, and maintaining high standards in system performance and user support.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Linux Administrator

Tandym Group
09.2021 - Current
  • Create codes for computer systems and operating procedures to increase system performance and security;
  • Secure servers with firewalls, kernel customizations to prevent denial of service attacks, resolving abuse issues like Spamming, Phishing, etc. and investigation of website hack attempts;
  • Create volume groups logical volumes and partitions on the Linux servers and mount file systems on the created partitions.
  • Investigate new testing technologies and tools and administered Linux servers to be implemented by the quality assurance team;
  • Trained new Linux system administrators on how to navigate the operating systems and configure system software;
  • Provide troubleshooting of Solaris servers and Linux operating systems to determine errors and weaknesses in function and resolved all issues;
  • Modify the company’s network file system while improving effectiveness by 20%; as well as
  • Providing project managers with ROI estimations and cost-saving measures to assist in making decisions regarding the implementation of production servers and other monitoring tools.

System Admin

Stellar Professionals
06.2019 - 09.2021
  • Administer Microsoft Windows Servers (Active Directory), Microsoft Workstations, and network security devices for 350 users;
  • Migrated to Windows 2003 Server/Exchange 2003 Server with Blackberry Integration Services, Windows Server Updates Services (WSUS), and Microsoft Operations Manager;
  • Lowered spam by 75% using firewall filtering with real-time spam black lists for incoming email: scripted custom rules in Perl;
  • Set up offsite users to work virtually, saving $100,000 annually in office leases;
  • Responsible for security equipment, including WatchGuard Firebox X1000 firewall with 60 VPN users and spam blocking utility, as well as Symantec Antivirus System Center and Central Quarantine Server 8.0 and Antivirus for Exchange; and
  • Backup and restore network data with Veritas Backup Exec 10.0. Administer ACT! 2000 database of 30,000 contacts with weekly synchronization.
  • Remote

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Averett University
Danville, VA

Skills

  • Skilled in Apache
  • Servers Expertise
  • Samba Proficiency
  • Experience using Microsoft Office tools
  • Windows Operating Systems
  • Managing Active Directory
  • Remedy Ticketing System
  • Linux
  • Technical Analysis
  • Multi-User System Management
  • Scripting (Python/Bash)
  • Performance testing
  • Strong customer service and strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, especially ability to listen and understand what is being described

Certification

IT Certifications: CompTIA Security

CLEARANCE

Eligible for Secret

Timeline

Linux Administrator

Tandym Group
09.2021 - Current

System Admin

Stellar Professionals
06.2019 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science -

Averett University

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