Jacob Vaughan

About Jacob Vaughan

EXPERIENCED SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR & DATA CENTER OPERATIONSWith over 10 years of experience supporting DoD and private sector IT environments, I have built a career on reliability, security, and solving complex technical problems. My background spans full-lifecycle systems administration, from \"bare metal\" server builds to managing virtualized environments (VMware/Linux/Windows).THE PIVOTWhile I have a background in traditional systems administration, my focus is shifting toward Data Center Infrastructure and Automation. I am actively upskilling in Python and modern infrastructure methodologies to bridge the gap between operations and engineering.WHAT I BRING OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Extensive Tier 2/3 support experience in high-stakes environments (DoD/Classified). TECHNICAL BREADTH: Certifications in Security+, Network+, and Linux/Windows administration. GROWTH MINDSET: Currently enrolled in the Google IT Automation with Python program to master the tools of the future.MY GOALTo contribute reliable, high-level support to an infrastructure team, leveraging my operational background to resolve immediate challenges while mastering the automation tools required for large-scale data centers.

Experience

1. Senior Systems Administrator

   KBR, Inc.

   Oct 2024 — Present · Grand Forks, ND, US

   Primary duties include ensuring the operational integrity and security of critical testing environments by evaluating customer requirements and delivering solutions that align with TRMC and RMF standards. Management of the end-to-end administration of systems hardware, network gear, software, and virtualization platforms (Windows, Linux, VMware, SQL Server, Horizon UAG, VDI). This role involves installing, configuring, applying STIGs, performing backups, and upgrading systems while mitigating risks and enhancing performance. Providing Tier 1/2 support, troubleshooting complex issues, collaborating with distributed teams, and author/review SOP documentation to ensure consistent system management and effective knowledge transfer.

Education

• St Philip's College

  Network Administration

  2003 — 2004

• San Antonio College

  Computer Programming

  1998 — 1999

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Information Technology - Security

  2016

Skills

• Software Documentation
• Microsoft Exchange
• Domain Name System (Dns)
• Tcp/Ip
• Remote Desktop
• Networking
• Operating Systems
• Active Directory
• Xp
• System Center Configuration Manager (Sccm)
• Windows Server
• Comptia Security+
• Hardware
• Software Installation
• Computer Security
• Vmware
• Network Security
• IT Management
• Laptops
• Information Technology
• Security Clearance
• Technical Support
• System Administration
• Security+
• Windows Xp
• Comptia
• System Deployment
• Servers
• Dns
• Dod
• Internet Protocol Suite (Tcp/Ip)
• Windows 7
• Sccm
• Windows
• Computer Hardware
• Network Administration
• Pc
• Vmware Workstation
• Troubleshooting
• Help Desk Support