Erica Armijo
Santa Fe,NM
Summary
Results-driven System Administrator with over 15 years of progressive experience at prestigious institutions, including Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories, complemented by Agile leadership expertise. Strong ability to tackle diverse challenges through a focused and innovative approach, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability. Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills consistently yield effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Committed to leveraging technical acumen and industry knowledge to drive organizational success while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Information Systems Architect
Sandia National Laboratories
Albuquerque, NM
12.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Administered Splunk applications, facilitating data ingestion and enhancing operational insights for stakeholders.
- Configured, monitored, and maintained Linux servers to facilitate seamless operations and user access.
- Coordinated and guided monthly sprint retrospectives, promoting open dialogue and actionable feedback among team members.
- Engaged in teamwork with cybersecurity professionals to improve security posture and maintain adherence to NIST guidelines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
XIT-CSS ADXC - Computer System Professional
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Administrate and trained in Vsphere v7 architecture of VDI
- Configured and implemented Dell EMC Isilon for Weapons Projects
- Collaboratively designed and implemented WMT architecture and infrastructure for projects pipeline
- Mentored and trained students and colleges, through documentation and hands on opportunities
- Provide projects plans and requirements based on vendor and Lanl best practices
- Installing, configuring, and deploying complex server installations and troubleshooting server problems (classified/unclassified)
- Multi platform system administration (Windows/Linux/VDI/Isilon/Unix)
- Analyzed complex project server issues and worked on mission-critical applications.
XIT-CSS WSLAN - Computing Systems Professional
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintain thin client solution using Dell P45 zero clients using PCOIP.
- Debug, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux client and servers supporting W-13.
- Install and maintain license servers to support many different applications.
- Utilize configuration management using Ansible on linux systems.
- Deploy newly requested systems using an automated customized kick-start.
- Install and manage Abaqus analysis application.
- Running Abaqus codes & defining computing efficiencies on high performance computing systems.
- Collaborating with customers to define computing for a 5 year plan.
XIT-CSS ISR - Computing Systems Professional
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
03.2014 - 07.2018
- Installed, configured, and maintained Linux systems using Red Hat Linux 4,5,6,&7.
- Ensured business continuity by designing and testing disaster recovery systems.
- (ISR Security Plan 7 day MAD).
- Utilized & implemented configuration updates or security modifications Cfengine2/3.
- Managed & coordinated infrastructure client and server deployments to support ISR Space and Weather School.
- Developed and implemented a custom Linux system to support the chemcam spectrometer for the mars rover.
- Managed over 500 server, client, & SunRay thin clients across 6 networks.
- Backup administration and security updates for Windows 2008 terminal servers.
- Netapp storage deployment and administration consisting of volume creation, quota management, export policies, updates and networkconfigurations.
NIE Collaboration & Mobility Graduate Intern
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Alamos, NM
11.2012 - 03.2015
- Performed system administartion for Windows Server 2012.
- Performed system administration for Citrix Desktop Apps.
- Performed application administration for Sharepoint.
- Managed Microsoft Lync project consisting of development, testing and implementation of instant messaging and video conferencemeetings.
- IoD system management using Vsphere for Microsoft Lync Development & Production environments.
- Established user training and installation documentation.
- Worked on site wide Skype federation through Verification & Validation processes.
- LANL NIE - Post Bachlor StudentLos Alamos, NM.
NIE - Post Bachelor Intern
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
05.2011 - 08.2012
- Ensured network, system and data availability and integrity through preventative maintenance and upgrades.
- Managed firewall, network monitoring and server monitoring both on- and off-site.
- Implemented federal mandated security policies & procedures.
- Monitored site wide network devices via HPNA & Spectrum commercial monitoring tools.
NIE NSOC Post Bachelor Intern
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Alamos, NM
07.2010 - 05.2011
- Maintained network switch, router and firewalls supporting the institution.
- Consistently met deadlines and requirements for all production work orders.
- Developed and designed wireless network for Area G data processing improvement.
- Designed, configured, and implemented new network infrastructure.
Education
Master of Science - Information Systems
University Of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2014
Bachelor of Science - Bussiness Administration
University Of Phoenix
Santa Fe, NM2012
Skills
- Infrastructure planning
- System upgrades
- Virtualization
- Critical thinking
- Linux, Windows and Unix support
- IT analytics and troubleshooting
- Virtual systems administration
- Design and implementation of IT
Architecture - Configuration management
- Programmatic systems support
- ITIL Foundations certification
- Strategic planning
- Scrum Master & Product Owner Certification
- Troubleshooting and maintaining
networks - Systems monitoring
- Troubleshooting applications and
systems - Excellent communication skills
- Managing enterprise technologies
- Student mentoring
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Information Systems Architect
Sandia National Laboratories
12.2021 - Current
XIT-CSS ADXC - Computer System Professional
Los Alamos National Laboratory
06.2019 - 12.2021
XIT-CSS WSLAN - Computing Systems Professional
Los Alamos National Laboratory
07.2018 - 06.2019
XIT-CSS ISR - Computing Systems Professional
Los Alamos National Laboratory
03.2014 - 07.2018
NIE Collaboration & Mobility Graduate Intern
Los Alamos National Laboratory
11.2012 - 03.2015
NIE - Post Bachelor Intern
Los Alamos National Laboratory
05.2011 - 08.2012
NIE NSOC Post Bachelor Intern
Los Alamos National Laboratory
07.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Information Systems
University Of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Bussiness Administration
University Of Phoenix