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Interests
Playing soccer, Graphic design and computer repairs
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Evans Abaafe

Evans Abaafe

Newport News,VA

Summary

Redhat Certified Linux system Administrator with over 15 years of IT experience with over 6 years of computer hardware and in the teaching field. Highly motivated to learn and implement new technologies and practices in a challenging and demanding environment. Working with a team and stakeholders as well as being able to work independently is what I stand for. Very proficient in the computer hardware, operating system, tools, application installation and troubleshooting. Highly productive and detail oriented to ensure the success and growth of my team and organization.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Linux System Administrator

Pro-Core Plus
03.2022 - Current
  • Monitored servers to ensure proper system functions with CheckMK, Nagios and Graylog log management
  • Deploy Containers via Docker, Podman
  • Performed day to day Linux administration tasks such as user account management, directory services, file system sharing and permissions
  • Utilized logical volume manager (LVM) and swap to create, modify, and delete file systems
  • Optimized system and application performance using techniques like shutdown, reboot, start and stop services and tools to identify performance issues and solutions
  • Edited system configuration files: network settings, kernel parameters, service configuration files, cron jobs
  • Installed, configured, and maintained services such as NFS, Apache Web Server, SSH, RPM and YUM Repository
  • Worked with DBA's, and Developers to deploy production ready applications
  • Performed standard system administration tasks such as troubleshooting and problem resolution, patching, installing packages using rpm and yum, drivers, software and hardware upgrades
  • Wrote shell scripts for various system tasks such as back-ups, collecting and sorting logs, installation and monitoring
  • Configured iptables firewall and hardening Linux systems for system security
  • Managed disks and file systems using
  • Administered Nagios monitoring tools for servers monitoring and incident alerts
  • Monitored performance of servers using tools such as sar, top, free, vmstat, iostat, traceroute, etc
  • Monitored and maintained the disk space and backup systems, and implemented change controls, capacity planning and growth projections on the systems
  • Performed troubleshooting existing user accounts, security objects and authorizations to resolve security conflicts by creating sudo rules, supporting users, setting up new accounts and password resets
  • Involved in daily incident management and resolved the day-to-day problems raised by the users and incidents which are logged by monitoring system
  • Manage virtualized servers with VMware and Oracle Virtual Box
  • Worked extensively with Network File System (NFS) for storage
  • Kernel Upgrading during outage in production boxes
  • Handling problems or requirements as per the ticket (Jira) created
  • Experience creating, configuring and managing infrastructure with tools like Ansible, Terraform and Foreman
  • Installation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux virtual machines (RHEL 7,8 & 9) and CentOS
  • Experience with modern control systems, Git
  • Writing functional requirements/specifications documents

Damage Prevention Specialist

Utiliquest LLC
Newport News, VA
01.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: Prior to any excavation, utility companies from coast to coast trust UtiliQuest to accurately mark the location of their underground facilities if not eradicating damages completely
  • Uses Qmanager software to monitor and assign loads to other technicians
  • Prior to any excavation, utility companies from coast to coast trust UtiliQuest to accurately mark the location of their underground facilities if not eradicating damages completely

Desktop Support Technician

Ferguson Enterprises
Newport News
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Utilize ServiceNow ticketing system to resolve IT issues on phone and on site
  • Manage ticket Queue, prioritize work assignments and ensures that proper problem resolution and asset information is entered into the tracking system
  • Escalation IT issues or problems that required advanced technical knowledge
  • Make Use of training, documentation/knowledge, and peers to develop Troubleshooting and Research skills
  • Consistently document and troubleshoot any reported issue
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships within the IT department
  • Develop and maintain understanding of Corporate and IT policies and procedures
  • Demonstrate solid verbal and written communication skills
  • Continued development of 'creative thinking' in troubleshooting techniques

Verizon Fios Technician

Verizon LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Connect, disconnect, test, repair, and maintain equipment, inside wiring and wires at poles, underground or building terminals
  • Installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing access lines for all types of equipment and technology
  • Performed construction work using designated equipment for digging holes, placing poles, laying cable/conduit in the ground and unreeling, pulling and stringing wire/cable on poles

Education

Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) -

08.2023

Linux for Jobs -

Yellow Tail Tech
05.2023

CompTIA Security -

09.2018

Windows Server Administration Fundamentals -

MTA
07.2017

Associates Degree - Network Systems Administration, Mathematics

ITT Technical Institute
01.2015

Skills

  • Linux (RedHat/CentOS 7/8)
  • Windows OS (Windows8, 10 and 11)
  • VMWare ESXi
  • Oracle Virtual Box
  • SSH
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • NFS
  • DHCP
  • FTP
  • Apache
  • LDAP
  • OPENLDAP
  • FREEIPA
  • Docker
  • Podman
  • Skopeo
  • JIRA
  • ServiceNow
  • Bash
  • Qualys
  • Graylog
  • Nagios
  • CheckMK
  • GitLab
  • Ansible
  • Foreman
  • Cronjob
  • Terraform

Continuous Learning and Improvement

Field Surveying Techniques

Excavation safety procedures

Utility Marking Standards

Problem-Solving

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Reliability

Excellent Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Active Listening

Effective Communication

Task Prioritization

Self Motivation

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Thinking

Professionalism

Adaptability

Continuous Improvement

Time management abilities

Quality Assurance

Analytical Skills

Interests

Designing

Playing soccer, Graphic design and computer repairs

When I am out for any physical exercise, I love to have a soccer ball with me.

I am always learning about computer repairs

Timeline

Linux System Administrator

Pro-Core Plus
03.2022 - Current

Damage Prevention Specialist

Utiliquest LLC
01.2021 - Current

Desktop Support Technician

Ferguson Enterprises
01.2019 - 01.2021

Verizon Fios Technician

Verizon LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019

Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) -

Linux for Jobs -

Yellow Tail Tech

CompTIA Security -

Windows Server Administration Fundamentals -

MTA

Associates Degree - Network Systems Administration, Mathematics

ITT Technical Institute

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