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William Brown

@williambrown2

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Experienced Linux System Administrator skilled in AWS and automation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth, innovation, and collaboration in cloud technologies.

I am a dedicated Linux System Administrator with over 11 years of experience, specializing in building, configuring, and maintaining Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems. My expertise extends to AWS cloud technologies, where I have successfully managed and optimized AWS-based resources, ensuring high performance and security across various environments.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to automate processes using tools like Ansible and Bash scripting, significantly improving operational efficiency. I have a proven track record of implementing robust security measures, managing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure business continuity and compliance with industry standards.

My commitment to excellence is reflected in my ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and optimize performance. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to innovative projects and drive organizational success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Linux/AWS System Administrator

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DHMSM

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Administered and optimized AWS-based resources, implementing AWS Systems Manager for automated tasks and patching. Built, configured, and deployed AWS infrastructure and DevSecOps platform components, including automating Golden AMIs with EC2 Image Builder. Managed RedHat Linux server installations using Kickstart and Anaconda Installer, ensuring consistency and efficiency.

AWS Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Splunk Jenkins Bash Scripting EC2 S3 ServiceNow Jira

Linux/Unix System Administrator

Affordable Healthcare Project

Apr 2013 - Present (12 years 3 months)

Maintained and supported 24/7 IT operations, including installation, design, configuration, and maintenance of RedHat Linux and Windows servers. Managed system security, hardening, and user access, deploying Apache Tomcat with Ansible playbooks. Troubleshot hardware and software issues, and utilized AWS resources for highly available web applications.