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Ethan Pool

Maumelle,AR

Summary

Adept Infrastructure Administrator with a proven track record at Southwest Power Pool. Specializes in automating infrastructure deployment and securing privileged access. An expert in Full-Stack Development and Project Management, significantly reducing downtime and streamlining operations. Collaborative approach and technical prowess consistently enhance system reliability and compliance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Infrastructure Administrator

Southwest Power Pool
05.2022 - Current
  • Automate infrastructure deployment using Terraform and the Ansible Automation Platform.
  • Primary CyberArk Administrator managing a user base of over 300, with expertise in securing and managing privileged access.
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert for CyberArk, ensuring effective implementation and compliance.
  • Contribute to and maintain CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) and SOC (System and Organization Controls) compliance for assets managed by the infrastructure administration team
  • Contribute to the installation of physical servers in a data center, ensuring their reliable operation.
  • Reduce downtime by promptly addressing system outages and hardware failures.
  • Streamline operations through the automation of routine tasks and processes.

Software Engineer

Windstream
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Developed and deployed a full-stack website using Python Flask, serving over 100 users.
  • Designed and deployed a REST API service for scheduling programmable jobs, leveraging a custom batch time process
  • Designed, deployed, and administered various servers, including web servers and databases.
  • Contributed to datacenter administration, overseeing machine upgrades, maintenance, network build-outs, HVAC monitoring, and process improvement.
  • Built databases and table structures for web applications.
  • Implemented version control systems to streamline development processes and facilitate easier code integration and collaboration.

Software Developer

Dillard's
01.2018 - 10.2020
  • Created PowerShell automation scripts to facilitate secure file uploads involving customer data.
  • Migrated an Email Receipt application to GitLab, leveraging various technologies.
  • Developed ETL applications integrating with third-party companies, utilizing Datastage and KornShell.
  • Collaborated with third-party companies, including Acxiom, YesMail, and IBM.
  • Modernization of Legacy COBOL programs utilizing Java, Groovy, and DB2.
  • Enhanced and optimized a warehouse scanner application.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on tight deadlines.
  • Designed and implemented automated picking processes for internet fulfillment and distribution centers.

Entry Tester

Acxiom
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Created and maintained website automation tools to enhance testing efficiency for colleagues.
  • Enhanced user experience by conducting usability testing and providing recommendations for improvements.
  • Enhanced software quality by designing comprehensive test cases and executing them under various conditions.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by rigorously following established testing methodologies and best practices.

Education

BBA - Management Information Systems

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
12.2017

Skills

  • Full-Stack Developer
  • Server Administration
  • Network Administration
  • Database Administration
  • Automation Tools Proficiency
  • Virtualization Technologies
  • System Upgrades
  • Project Management
  • Incident Management
  • Operating System Expertise

Programming

YAML, Python, HTML, CSS, Javascript, MySQL, MSSQL, MariaDB, Bash, Java, COBOL, Powershell, C++, C#, KornShell, Perl, JSON, XML

Software

Confluence, Nexus, Industrial Defender, Terraform, Ansible Automation Platform, BitBucket, GitHub, GitLab, CyberArk, Intersight, DRA, Remedy, Satellite, Rubrik, Solarwinds, vCenter, Sentinel One, JIRA, phpMyAdmin, phpIPAM, NGINX, Apache, Apache Guacamole, LibreNMS, Kanboard, Proxmox Virtual Environment, Proxmox Backup Server, Visual Studio Code, Pycharm, Datagrip, Intellij, Eclipse, Toad Data Point, IBM IDZ, QMF, Selenium, Gradle, SoapUI, Katalon, Postman, Selenium, PhantomJS

Administration

Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS, ESXi, Debian

Projects

Built and maintain a comprehensive home lab, including:

  • Clustered Proxmox for virtualization.
  • Domain controllers for network management.
  • Active Directory for user management.
  • Proxmox backup server for data protection.
  • Apache Guacamole and VPN for remote access
  • Plex Media Server for multimedia streaming.
  • Self-hosted AdGuard for ad-blocking.
  • Custom portal for user management.
  • Game servers for entertainment.
  • Virtual desktops for testing and development.

Timeline

Infrastructure Administrator

Southwest Power Pool
05.2022 - Current

Software Engineer

Windstream
10.2020 - 05.2022

Software Developer

Dillard's
01.2018 - 10.2020

Entry Tester

Acxiom
01.2016 - 01.2018

BBA - Management Information Systems

University of Central Arkansas

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