About Me
Results-driven Data Center & Systems Engineer with 5+ years of experience in systems administration, server hardware management, cloud, virtualization, and data center operations.
Skilled in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust IT infrastructures, optimizing performance, and ensuring seamless integration across multiple platforms.
Thrives under pressure, delivering mission-critical solutions that enhance scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Work Experience
Kelly Services
System Test Technician, Georgetown, TX | Jun 2025 – Feb 2026
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Configured, validated, and documented 50+ Linux and Windows server platforms weekly, supporting engineering teams with test-ready environments across enterprise compute, storage, and specialized hardware systems.
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Executed automated test procedures, firmware updates, and software validation across 50+ test cycles, diagnosing and resolving the majority of hardware, operating system, and platform-related issues prior to engineering escalation.
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Performed board-level and component-level diagnostics and repairs on server hardware, storage platforms, and accelerator-based systems, improving equipment availability and reducing overall test environment downtime.
Outcome:
Maintained test-ready enterprise infrastructure by provisioning, validating, and troubleshooting server, storage, and accelerator-based platforms supporting engineering operations.
Kforce Inc
Lab Support Engineer, Round Rock, TX | Jan 2023 – Nov 2024
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Performed post-test recovery and validation of Linux and Windows server platforms to baseline configurations after engineering test reservations, troubleshooting hardware, firmware, operating system, and platform issues to return systems to production-ready status.
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Provisioned and configured server hardware based on engineering requirements, validating component compatibility, installing upgrades, tuning firmware and management controllers (iDRAC), and ensuring full hardware recognition and operational readiness.
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Managed hardware asset recovery and inventory control processes, auditing server configurations, reclaiming unused components, and maintaining accurate inventory records to support efficient hardware utilization.
Outcome:
Improved lab operational efficiency through server recovery, hardware provisioning, firmware management, and asset lifecycle operations across engineering lab environments.
Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC)
Systems Administrator, Austin, TX | Mar 2021 – Aug 2022
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Administered and supported enterprise regulatory and compliance applications, managing user access, authentication, permissions, and system availability for 50+ users across multiple business units.
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Provided technical application support and troubleshooting for regulatory systems, diagnosing access, configuration, and workflow issues while ensuring accurate and reliable business operations.
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Collaborated with developers, IT teams, and business stakeholders to support reporting requirements, validate data accuracy, and improve accessibility of operational and regulatory information.
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Maintained IT asset inventories, equipment records, and operational documentation, supporting lifecycle management, resource planning, and ongoing system administration activities.
Outcome:
Ensured reliable access to enterprise regulatory systems by supporting application administration, access management, reporting processes, and cross-functional operational requirements.
IronOrbit
IT Service Desk Analyst, Remote | Jan 2021 – Feb 2021
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Provided remote technical support for 40–60 users daily, troubleshooting hardware, software, account access, and connectivity issues while maintaining detailed incident documentation.
CyberCoders
Desktop & Network Support Coordinator, Alameda, CA | Nov 2019 – Apr 2020
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Achieved a high first-contact resolution rate for hardware, software, and network-related issues, improving system reliability and overall user satisfaction.
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Reimaged, configured, and deployed end-user laptops while coordinating device preparation and distribution efforts to support remote workforce operations during COVID-19.
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Oversaw concurrent IT initiatives, maintaining project schedules, tracking deliverables, and ensuring successful implementation across teams.
EmrCpr, Global IT
Engineer Lab Administrator, Sunnyvale, CA | Oct 2018 – Oct 2019
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Configured and maintained network infrastructure, including routers and switches, ensuring reliable connectivity and minimizing disruptions across engineering lab environments.
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Provisioned and managed 50+ VMware ESXi virtual machines, supporting development, testing, and simulation workloads while maintaining consistent system performance.
Skills
Infrastructure & Systems
Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Microsoft Server Platforms,
NVIDIA H200, AMD MI300X, FPGA & Enterprise Storage Systems
Server Validation, Firmware Updates, Hardware Diagnostics,
Test Environment Deployment, Remote Platform Management
(iDRAC, OpenBMC) & Platform Bring-Up
Linux, Windows & macOS Systems Administration
Networking & Cloud
Ruckus / Brocade Switching, Routing, Low-Voltage Cabling,
Network Deployment & Infrastructure Connectivity
VMware & Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Automation & Frontend Development
Python, PowerShell, Bash, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Responsive UI Design
Podman, Podman Compose, nginx Reverse Proxy,
Container Networking & Environment Provisioning
Operations & Optimization
Operational Workflow Coordination & Deployment Readiness
Infrastructure Documentation & Standardization