John Jacob
@johnjacob1
Experienced IT Specialist specializing in Unix/Linux system administration.
What I'm looking for
With over 10 years of experience in Unix/Linux system administration, I have honed my skills in automation, system security, and disaster recovery. My journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering from Anna University, and I have since earned multiple certifications, including Red Hat Certified Engineer and Azure Solutions Architect Expert. My expertise lies in managing both virtual and physical systems, ensuring operational stability through effective incident and change management.
In my current role as a Senior Lead at IBM/Kyndryl, I have successfully automated system administration tasks using Ansible and shell scripting, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. I take pride in my ability to design and implement disaster recovery solutions, ensuring high availability and reliability for mission-critical operations. My passion for security drives me to implement robust measures to safeguard systems against vulnerabilities, while my problem-solving skills enable me to analyze and resolve issues promptly, ensuring continuous service delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Lead, Systems Management
IBM / Kyndryl
Dec 2016 - Nov 2024 (7 years 11 months)
Led Unix/Linux system administration, focusing on automation and operational efficiency. Managed incident and change processes, ensuring system stability and security. Designed disaster recovery solutions and provided on-call support for critical operations.
Senior Engineer
HCL Technologies
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Configured and administered HP-UX servers, focusing on high availability and system reliability. Implemented clusters and managed virtual partitions to optimize resource utilization.
Senior Executive Officer
Clearing Corporation of India Limited
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)
Administered HP-UX servers, ensuring high availability and stability. Managed clusters and optimized hardware resources while tuning system performance for operational efficiency.
HP-UX System Administrator
HP C/O IT Source India Pvt.Ltd
Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years)
Administered HP-UX servers, focusing on OS installation, security hardening, and data restoration. Managed backups and participated in audits to ensure compliance with IT standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Anna University
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering
2011 -
Pursued a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering, focusing on various aspects of computer science including programming, systems design, and engineering principles.
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