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Nicholas Hines

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

As a Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Possess extensive experience managing and optimizing RHEL and CentOS systems. Skilled in Docker, Nagios Core, Git BASH, VMware virtualization, and proficient in Bash and Python scripting. Able to automate large-scale deployments using Terraform and Ansible, and handle network tasks like firewall configuration, SSH, FTP, and NFS. Experienced with system monitoring tools such as Checkmk and Graylog, Skilled in troubleshooting issues using systemd, snapshot management, and FreeIPA. Committed to continuous learning, Always stays up-to-date with the latest technologies.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Linux System Administrator

Pro-Core Plus
04.2024 - 09.2024
  • Managed user accounts, set file permissions, and enforced password and account policies
  • Diagnosed and resolved software and hardware issues, coordinating with vendors and technical teams
  • Utilized network tools like ping, netstat, traceroute, and nslookup for troubleshooting
  • Installed and updated packages using YUM and APT-GET package managers
  • Handled OS and software installations, performance monitoring, patching, and alert troubleshooting
  • Performed root cause analysis for troubleshooting services and applications (DNS, LDAP, SSH, FTP, HTTP, etc.)
  • Configured and managed firewall rules using IPTABLES to secure and enable server communication

Dining Room/Private Dinner Waiter

Sandals Resorts International
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Delivered outstanding service and exceeded guest expectations
  • Managed special guest events such as Sandals Select guest dinners and VIP guest luncheons
  • Showcased expectational leadership skills as a lead private candlelight dinner waiter

Bartender

Bonefish Grill
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Precision in measuring ingredients, garnishing drinks, and ensuring consistency in taste
  • Mastered the art of guest interactions, consistently delivering personalized service and exceeding guest expectations
  • Collaborated effectively with the front-of-house team to deliver seamless and memorable guest experiences

Education

Linux for Jobs

Yellow Tail Tech
04.2024

High School Diploma -

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
Upper Marlboro, MD
05.2020

Skills

  • Operating Systems Virtualization Networking Web/Identity Management Containers Ticketing System Scripting Vulnerability Assessment Logging Monitoring Tools Version Control Configuration Management Automation Infrastructure as Code Backup & Recovery System Administration

Certification

  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator 04/2024
  • Red Hat Certification #240-066-944
  • CompTia Security+ 12/2024
  • Candidate ID: COMPO01022623198
  • Google IT Support 05/2021

Timeline

Linux System Administrator

Pro-Core Plus
04.2024 - 09.2024

Dining Room/Private Dinner Waiter

Sandals Resorts International
05.2022 - 05.2023

Bartender

Bonefish Grill
10.2021 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School

Linux for Jobs

Yellow Tail Tech
Nicholas Hines