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Paul Gossett

@paulgossett

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Seasoned IT professional with a history of tackling tough technical challenges

United States

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a Lead Linux Administrator position that capitalizes on my many years of experience in project management, resource provisioning, and diverse operating environments.

As a seasoned IT professional with a strong background in project management, resource provisioning, and diverse operating environments, I have a demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels and in all functional areas. With a history of tackling tough technical challenges and managing diverse projects, I am confident in my ability to lead and contribute to high-performing teams.

Throughout my career, I have developed a broad range of technical skills, including expertise in operating systems, applications, databases, and programming languages. I am well-versed in managing and administering various systems, including Linux, Windows, and HP-UX servers, as well as SANs and virtualization environments.

I am a strong leader and team player, with experience in mentoring and coaching teammates, facilitating team meetings, and driving projects to completion. I am also skilled in establishing measurable scorecards and providing guidance to achieve goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Operations Lead

Current

Nucor

Jun 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Led a team of PC Technicians, Sys Admins, and Network Engineers, overseeing Linux, Windows, and HP-UX servers. Facilitated team meetings, provided mentoring, and managed IT projects while participating in a 24x7 on-call rotation.

Linux Windows UX Azure AD Mentoring Team Management

Senior System Administrator

Nucor

Dec 2012 - May 2020 (7 years 5 months)

Administered Windows, Linux, and HP-UX servers, managed VMware vSphere environment, and maintained security for organizational resources. Participated in IT auditing and provided after-hours support.

Windows Linux UX VMware VSphere Security Oracle SharePoint Nagios IT Audit

IT Project Manager

General Devices

Sep 2008 - Dec 2012 (4 years 3 months)

Directed major upgrades of Oracle-based ERP systems and managed database servers. Led projects for new EDI systems and VoIP phone installations while ensuring security and compliance.

Oracle ERP Systems EDI VoIP Databases Security

IT Manager

Horner Electric

Sep 2007 - Sep 2008 (11 months)

Led the implementation of a company-wide ERP system and managed Windows/Linux networks. Trained junior System Administrators and developed an intranet system on Linux servers.

ERP Systems Windows Linux Cisco Training Network Administration System Administration

Sr. Network Administrator

Stalcop L.P.

May 2001 - Jan 2008 (6 years 8 months)

Led IT team in administering Windows/Linux networks, maintained networking equipment, and supported the company-wide ERP system with Oracle database. Managed data integrity and security.

Windows Linux Cisco Oracle Network Management ERP Systems Data Integrity Security

Manager, Systems Administration

PRISM Data Systems

Feb 1998 - Mar 2001 (3 years 1 month)

Administered Windows NT/Linux networks, built Linux workstations, and developed a company intranet using PHP and MySQL. Managed network security and provided end-user support.

Windows Linux PHP MySQL Network Security User Support