I am seeking a full-time, 100% remote role as an IT Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, or Junior Security Analyst. I bring a strong background in hardware diagnostics, Linux administration, Python, and systemd service management. I thrive in teams that value clear documentation, autonomy, and practical problem-solving.

Kashawne Salutan
@kashawnesalutan
Practical IT & Systems Specialist with a strong focus on Linux administration, hardware diagnostics, and secure network configuration.
What I'm looking for
Career & Technical Experience
My work revolves around taking complex systems apart, figuring out why they failed, and making them run reliably. I bring a strong background in hands-on diagnostic engineering, system administration, and root-cause troubleshooting.
Alongside physical diagnostics, I regularly build and manage modern software and network tools:
Systems & Infrastructure: Practical experience administering Linux (Ubuntu), configuring systemd background services, managing VirtualBox environments, and deploying Cloudflare tunnels.
Development & Databases: Built and deployed custom web applications using Python (Flask) and Supabase, focusing on clean database design and reliable automation.
Security & Analysis: Actively studying cybersecurity fundamentals, Tier 1 SOC workflows, system logging, and incident response.
Notable Projects
End-to-End Application Deployment: Built and hosted a custom service ticketing web app from scratch, configuring automated systemd services and secure remote access tunnels.
Root-Cause Diagnostics: Years of experience using electrical multimeters, schematics, and systematic testing to isolate and repair hardware failures under pressure.
Roles & Interests I am looking for remote positions in IT Support, Systems Administration, or Entry-Level Cybersecurity Operations. I do my best work in places that value clear communication, self-reliance, and direct problem-solving. Outside of work, I stay focused on continuous learning, physical conditioning, and personal projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Systems Diagnostics Tech
Appliance Repair Specialists
Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Perform advanced system diagnostics on complex electronic equipment using multimeters, schematics, and technical service bulletins. Isolate root-cause electrical/mechanical failures and execute precision repairs. Interface with engineering support to document defects and system anomalies. Manage parts inventory and technical logs to ensure high operational reliability.
Executed high-volume field diagnostic and repair calls across diverse hardware systems and equipment brands. Applied critical thinking and systematic troubleshooting protocols to isolate performance bottlenecks and resolve equipment failures under tight schedules. Communicated complex technical issues and preventive maintenance strategies to non-technical users in clear terms.
Digital Support & Ed Tech Specialist
Lompoc Unified School District
Oct 2015 - Nov 2020 (5 years 1 month)
Coordinated with team leads to deliver targeted instruction and tech support. During COVID-19, facilitated virtual learning platforms, guided remote users, and resolved digital access issues. Supervised specialized equipment care, recorded performance data to adapt training approaches, and managed complex behavioral dynamics using structured conflict resolution techniques.
Project Operations Lead
Goodwill Southern California
Jan 2014 - Aug 2015 (1 year 7 months)
Supervised daily site operations, quality assurance standards, and team resource allocation across a military base contract. Maintained inventory levels, tracked base-wide project resources, and delivered daily operational status reports to military personnel and key stakeholders. Managed change implementations and safety protocol enforcement to hit strict performance metrics.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TripleTen
Certificate of Completion / In Progress, Cybersecurity
2026 -
Activities and societies: Hands-on Security Labs, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Traffic Analysis, Threat Mitigation Projects
Intensive bootcamp focused on core cybersecurity principles, network defense, threat analysis, Linux environment management, system logging, and incident response workflows. Participating in hands-on technical projects to secure systems and analyze network activity.
Cabrillo High School
High School Diploma
2006 - 2010
Grade: Graduated
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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