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Ramanou Issaka

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Resourceful Linux System Administrator with over 5 years of dedicated experience in UNIX systems administration, focusing on the multiplatform environment . Possesses a versatile skill set and hands-on expertise in managing and administering various operating systems, with a specialization in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, 7, 8, 9, and CentOS 7 and 8, among others.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Linux System Administrator

Bp Oil Co
Raleigh, NC
05.2020 - Current
  • Monitored system performance and implemented necessary changes to maintain optimal utilization of resources.
  • Installed, configured, maintained and upgraded Linux operating systems and services.
  • Provided technical support for Linux-based systems including troubleshooting of server applications and hardware issues.
  • Developed scripts for automation of system administration tasks using Bash.
  • Implemented backup strategies to ensure data availability in case of disasters or outages.
  • Configured network components such as routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs according to organizational requirements.
  • Managed user accounts on the Linux environment by creating new users and modifying existing ones as per their needs.
  • Deployed updates, patches and hotfixes on a regular basis to keep the system secure from vulnerabilities.
  • Maintained documentation related to system configurations, software installations, user accounts for future reference purposes.
  • Monitored logs generated by various services running on the Linux servers and identified anomalies or suspicious activities in them if any.
  • Resolved conflicts between different processes running simultaneously on the same server by optimizing resource allocations accordingly.
  • Tuned kernel parameters as per application requirements in order to maximize system performance and reliability over time.
  • Configured and updated Linux servers with latest releases and patches.
  • Designed and deployed disaster recovery systems for business continuity.
  • Implemented network security improvements to resolve vulnerabilities.

Linux System Administrator

Exelon
Raleigh, NC
05.2017 - 05.2020
  • Proficient with Red Hat Linux 7, 8 and 9 Centos 7, 8 and Ubuntu
  • Vmware and Resources Management
  • Configured and updated Linux servers with latest releases and patches.
  • Configured, tested and managed software installations.
  • Oversaw Linux system administration and configuration maintenance governing user access, privacy and data integrity.
  • Performed patch, update, security scanning and configuration to meet OS performance mandates.
  • Developed, implemented and supported Linux training resources and initiatives as defined by organizational strategy.
  • Reduced service backlog by resolving daily tickets efficiently.
  • Monitored network performance to determine adjustments needed.
  • Performed data backups and disaster recovery operations.
  • Submitted recommendations regarding infrastructure overhauls.
  • Promoted continuous improvement for IT governance processes.
  • Monitored system performance and implemented necessary changes to maintain optimal utilization of resources.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Science

University of Abomey Calavi
BENIN
09-2016

Information Technology -

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
  • Usage of Podman to create and deploy and exploit
  • Data and Systems Architecture
  • System and Network Security
  • Virtual and Cloud Technologies
  • Apache
  • Software and Hardware Implementation
  • System Testing
  • Security Management
  • Network Security
  • VMware
  • Boot system with Kickstart file
  • HTTPS/HTTP
  • Kickstart Installation
  • Files systems
  • Configuration/monitoring
  • Virtualization: VMware/VirtualBox
  • Red Hat 6, 7, 8, and 9 Centos 6, 7, 8
  • Testing applications
  • System maintenance
  • Skilled with RedHat servers
  • System updates
  • Server improvements
  • Planning & organizing
  • Customer service
  • Good work ethic
  • Server monitoring
  • Testing applications
  • System maintenance
  • Skilled with RedHat servers

Certification

  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator ( RHCSA )

Timeline

Linux System Administrator

Bp Oil Co
05.2020 - Current

Linux System Administrator

Exelon
05.2017 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Applied Science

University of Abomey Calavi

Information Technology -

Wake Technical Community College

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