Humaira Adiba
New York,NY
Summary
Accomplishment-focused Linux Platform Engineer with over 6 years of experience overseeing diverse physical and virtual environments. Proficient in provisioning, maintaining, patching, and deploying applications across critical dev, testing, and prod servers. Recognized for collaborative teamwork, consistently contributing to organizational goals within a cohesive team environment. Specialized in automating tasks using Ansible and adept in code management through GitLab. Demonstrates advanced skills in crafting and deploying job templates derived from GitLab code onto remote machines. Well-versed in DevOps tools, including Docker, AWS, and Kubernetes, ensuring optimal platform performance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Linux Platform Engineer
Bank Of China
12.2021 - Current
- Skillfully designs, builds and supports CentOS and Red Hat 6, 7, 8 Linux infrastructure, ensuring maximum uptime and efficient operational environments.
- Extensive experience in creation, setup, and maintenance of Linux systems, with focus on creating customized virtual machines (VMs) from templates.
- Skilled in fine-tuning kernel parameters for optimized system security and robust application-specific issue resolution.
- Streamlined configuration management by automating infrastructure, utilizing Ansible and advanced tools.
- Proficiency in leveraging Ansible for meticulous security patch testing and deployment across diverse environments.
- Expert in GIT version control and Source Code Management practices, managing Github repository servers for smooth code releases and application configurations.
- Configured AWS IAM users and groups to elevate login authentication and enforce access control within the AWS environment.
- Successfully spins up AWS EC2 instances, leveraging features for dynamic provisioning, monitoring, and effective distribution of computer infrastructure.
- Proven experience in creating S3 buckets and employing Glacier S3 for strategic storage and backup on AWS.
- Proficient in dynamically managing port access for RHEL servers, optimizing latency-sensitive workloads through precise tuning.
- Expert in utilizing LVM for constructing volumes within groups, managing file systems, and overseeing logical volumes.
- Successfully executes thorough file system checks, promptly addressing and restoring corrupted file systems to uphold data reliability and integrity.
- Diligently oversaw system health, promptly managing tickets, alerts, and incidents through the Jira platform for efficient operations.
- Installed and configured Docker, proficiently leveraging containerization for streamlined application deployment.
- Successfully deployed and administered HTTPD and Nginx servers within Docker containers, optimizing web hosting capabilities.
- Automated operational tasks in Docker environments, enhancing overall efficiency and minimizing manual intervention.
- Exposure to public cloud Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE), container OS (CoreOS, TalOS, K3OS), and network/security configurations.
Linux Systems Administrator
NBC Universal
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Improved system recovery post-crash, safeguarding data integrity to prevent substantial loss of vital information
- Expertise in maintaining Linux repositories, both locally and remotely, for diverse software packages.
- Expert in addressing server, client, and network configuration issues within a disaster management team, ensuring swift resolution of critical incidents.
- Successfully implements NIC teaming and virtual interface configuration, creating load balancing and active backups for critical network traffic.
- Proactively maintained production server uptime, providing direct user support for Linux system-related technical issues.
- Managed the security of LINUX operating systems, utilizing SELinux and Firewalld for advanced security measures.
- Proficiency in network administration, efficiently resolving intricate issues through routing and configuration.
- Troubleshooting complex issues using tools such as ping, traceroute, and various networking protocols.
- Proven track record in maintaining Linux systems and implementing OS installations through Kickstart and PXE boot methods.
- Managed the monitoring and control of system processes, demonstrating expertise in renicing process priorities and precise termination using kill commands.
- Installation, updates, and patching of varied servers such as Apache, httpd, vsftpd, showcasing precision in maintaining an up-to-date and secure server environment.
- Implemented and maintained virtual private networks.
- Coordinated cross-site installation of networked systems, confirming post-install connectivity.
- Enhanced network security by implementing firewall rules, intrusion detection systems, and fine-tuning access controls on Linux servers.
- Innovatively devised and scheduled Cron Jobs, optimizing system efficiency and automating routine tasks to enhance overall productivity.
- Took charge of a 24/7 on-call rotation, exhibiting proficiency in navigating high-stress scenarios.
Linux Tech Support
MIAX/Stock Exchange
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Expert in addressing server, client, and network configuration issues within a disaster management team, ensuring swift resolution of critical incidents
- Successfully implements NIC teaming and virtual interface configuration, creating load balancing and active backups for critical network traffic.
- Proficient in installing and troubleshooting network cabling for reliable data transmission.
- Implemented OpenSSH-based security for RedHat and CentOS systems, enhancing overall security measures.
- Contributed to data center operations by racking and stacking servers.
- Diagnosed and resolved software and hardware issues, ensuring seamless system functionality.
- Managed user and group permissions, optimizing access control for enhanced security.
- Managed Cron Jobs for scheduled tasks, ensuring streamlined operations.
- Configured sudoers file for providing users elevated privileges securely.
- Resolved network-related tickets and addressed user access issues efficiently.
- Partitioned disk using CLI with gdisk and fdisk and created various file systems.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with diverse teams to achieve shared objectives in a timely manner.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to expand technical knowledge base.
- Replaced faulty parts and enhanced VMs on a need basis. Participated in on-call rotation.
Education
Bachelor's of Technology -
New York City College Of Technology
New York, NYSkills
- Operating Systems: Linux, RedHat (6, 7, 8), CentOS, Oracle Linux (OEL)
- Scripting and Automation: Scripting (Shell, Bash), Script Languages (Python, Perl), Ansible Playbooks, Ansible Tower, Inventory Management
- Networking & Security: Networking service,(NFS, SSH, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP) Firewall, Load Balancer, VPN, Port Issues, LAN Administration, OSI Layers, Network Troubleshooting, Backup, Snapshot and restore operations
- Virtualization and Cloud: Virtualization (VMware, VCenter, KVM), VMware ESXI, Cloud Computing AWS Services (EC2, S3, IAM, EBS, ELB, Glacier, Route 53, CloudWatch), Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
- Monitoring and Management: Monitoring (Nagios, Prometheus), Log Analysis, Zabbix, Syslog, Performance Optimization, Disaster Recovery, Incident Response
- Configuration Management Service Discovery, High Availability
- Storage and File Systems: Storage, File Systems, RAID, NFS, Samba
- Database and Web Servers: Database (MySQL, PostgreSQL), Web Servers (Apache, Nginx)
- Documentation and Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Word docs
- Version Control: Source Code Management (GIT, GitLab), Ticketing tools (BMC Remedy, Jira, SNOW)
- Load Balancing
- Problem Resolution
- Virtualization Technologies
- Container Orchestration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Linux Platform Engineer
Bank Of China
12.2021 - Current
Linux Systems Administrator
NBC Universal
10.2019 - 11.2021
Linux Tech Support
MIAX/Stock Exchange
10.2017 - 09.2019
Bachelor's of Technology -
New York City College Of Technology
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