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OLYMPIO ALUKA

Markham,IL

Summary

Linux Systems Administrator with hands-on experience managing and supporting enterprise production environments across RHEL and CentOS systems. Skilled in automation with Ansible and Bash scripting, as well as virtualization using VMware vSphere. Strong background in system monitoring (Grafana), storage management (LVM, RAID), and core networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP). Proven ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, optimize system performance, and implement secure, scalable solutions that improve reliability and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

System Administrator I

NexGen Data Cloud
Remote
12.2022 - Current
  • Executed installation, configuration, and patching of Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
  • Orchestrated the release of new versions and spearheaded channel promotions within Red Hat Satellite.
  • Analyzed Grafana monitoring reports and Unitrends backup reports to ensure system reliability.
  • Engineered and deployed new server infrastructure while decommissioning outdated systems.
  • Utilized Linux command line for daily operations and system management.
  • Resolved user issues related to permission ownership, ACLs, setgid, and sticky bits.
  • Configured umask settings to align with project requirements.
  • Executed data migration processes between systems to ensure seamless information transfer.
  • Executed data archiving and compression processes to enhance storage efficiency.
  • Assisted in user management by creating accounts, managing passwords, and removing users from Active Directory groups.
  • Assisted users in accessing accounts within Active Directory. Supported addition of users to appropriate Active Directory groups.
  • Executed copying of sudoers rules to newly built servers to ensure consistent access control.
  • Executed configuration changes and adhered to established change request protocols.
  • Facilitated communication among team members and application team to address project needs and resolve issues effectively.
  • Diagnosed service interruptions by analyzing logs located in /var/log.
  • Configured new filesystems, including partitioning LVM and setting up NFS.
  • Executed integration of servers into backup schedules on Unitrends.
  • Executed scripts and Ansible playbooks to automate tasks using crontab and 'at'.
  • Assisted in on-call rotation to provide timely support for technical issues. Helped maintain system functionality during off-hours. Collaborated with team members to resolve urgent incidents.

Help Desk

Youth For a Better Future
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Executed installation of Cat5 network cables from patch panel to network jacks.
  • Oversaw monitoring of workstations and servers within cloud infrastructure.
  • Executed data backup procedures for workstations and servers to ensure system integrity.
  • Assisted in daily operations using GFI, ConnectWise, TeamViewer, and Office 365. Supported managed online backup and Webroot antivirus solutions. Built Windows and Linux servers on physical HP hardware and configured Linux GUI workstations from pre-built images.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

High School -

Tinley Park High School
Tinley Park, IL
05.2019

Skills

    Operating Systems: RHEL 5/6/7/8, CentOS 5/6/7, Windows 7/8/10, Windows Server 2008

    Automation & Scripting: Ansible, Bash/Shell, YAML

    Virtualization & Hardware: VMware ESXi 70, HP ProLiant (G7–G10)

    Monitoring & Management: Red Hat Satellite, Grafana, Unitrends, ServiceNow

    Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NFS, NIS, SSH, SFTP, FTP/TFTP

    Storage & File Systems: LVM, RAID (0/1/5), SAN, SCSI, SATA, ext4, XFS

    Programming: Python, PowerShell, Java, HTML

    Core Skills: Linux Administration, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Backup & Recovery, Network Configuration, Troubleshooting

Certification

  • LPI Linux Essentials 010-160
  • CompTIA Security Plus

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Ewe
Full Professional

Timeline

System Administrator I

NexGen Data Cloud
12.2022 - Current

Help Desk

Youth For a Better Future
01.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Eastern Illinois University

High School -

Tinley Park High School
OLYMPIO ALUKA