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Peter Soto

Bremerton,USA

Summary

Seasoned System Administrator with over 15 years of expertise in Unix and Linux systems. Proficient in managing and optimizing NetApp Storage Servers, ensuring robust system performance and reliability. Adept at identifying and resolving complex technical challenges, streamlining processes, and driving operational efficiency to maximize system uptime.


I am Passionate about utilizing extensive knowledge and problem-solving acumen to support organizational growth and deliver impactful results in a new role.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Unix System Administrator

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton WA
01.2011 - 10.2022


  • Operate as project manager for IT adjacent projects, providing solutions to staff on case-by-case basis.
  • Conduct comprehensive system audits on regular basis.
  • Manage and maintain heterogenous systems in a cross-functional environment
  • Improve system uptime by proactively monitoring, diagnosing, and resolving critical issues.
  • Maximize system reliability through the design and execution of comprehensive backup and disaster recovery plans.
  • Enhance server performance by optimizing and streamlining Unix systems configurations.
  • Mentor junior administrators, sharing knowledge and best practices in Unix systems administration.

Lead Unix System Administrator

COMNAVREGNW, Silverdale WA
01.1998 - 01.2011


  • Server Migration relocation- moved over 120 Unix & Windows Servers to a different geographic location migrating and integrating the underlying applications and servers into an established environment at that receiving location
  • Move services using antiquated servers to Citrix servers
  • Move data space for separation and segregating data onto data servers which used SAMBA and TotalNet Advanced servers
  • Develop comprehensive documentation and standard operating procedures to ensure consistent Unix administration practices across the team.
  • Maintain high availability of services by configuring load balancing and failover mechanisms across multiple servers.
  • Contribute to IT procurement decisions by evaluating hardware specifications, compatibility, and overall value for money considerations when selecting Unix-based equipment.
  • Manage disaster recovery planning and execution, ensuring minimal impact on business operations during crises.
  • Research and recommend new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Computer Science

Chapman University

Skills

    Diagnose and resolve complex performance improvement challenges

    Collaborate efficiently within a project team

    Manage multiple concurrent projects

    Swiftly adapt to shifting priorities

    Continuously acquire new skills and techniques

    System Maintenance and Health Monitoring

    IT Infrastructure Support

    System Setup and Configuration

    System Debugging and Troubleshooting

    Evaluation and Installation of New Technologies

Certification

Certified Linux Administrator IBM AIX certified

Comptia Security +, 69NLN1NLSHF1CFS6

Comptia Server +, FCE2TYYPGH1Q1T3B


Specific Role Skills

Data Center Administration     Infrastructure Environment Control

Server Administration              Database Administration

Operating Systems

Windows OS      Unix               Linux

Win 10 & 11       AIX                Sun Solaris   Red Hat Enterprise

Timeline

Senior Unix System Administrator

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton WA
01.2011 - 10.2022

Lead Unix System Administrator

COMNAVREGNW, Silverdale WA
01.1998 - 01.2011

Bachelor's Degree - Computer Science

Chapman University

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