Zachariah Gibbens

Network System Administrator

Email: zach@gibbens.dev

Phone: 19022758071

About Me

Hi, my name’s Zachariah and I’m a Quality hands on learner with more than 15+ years’ experience supporting various areas of information technology including open-source enterprise tools, Linux interfaces, inventory management systems, and 3D stereoscopic camera technology. Key experiences in areas of troubleshooting software including Splunk infrastructure and internal cloud structures key for a Linux Systems SRE administrator. High values towards application support with a focus on privacy, security, and navigation of critical infrastructure. Willingness to learn new items including Vault, Python, and items related to system administration. Extensive monitoring system experience for various products with strong collaboration.

I am most skilled in: Linux and Eating Pizza

Experience

Executive Aviation

Customer Service Agent, Customer Service Lead & Ramp Agent

October 2022 - Present

executiveaviation.ca

Intelcom

Customer Service Representative & Package Handler

September 2021 - September 2023

intelcom.ca

Receive promotion from Package Handler to Customer Service Representative after showing strong hands-on learning skills resulting in being promoted shortly after one year of service Oversee inventory management system impacting more than 20 clients resulting in a strong utilization of IT consulting service to high-level clients needing backend support and troubleshooting Maneuver various computer functions including data entry, reporting of production, and use of internal systems to ensure clients received their parcels within the given due dates

Splunk (Contractor)

Technical Operations Pre-Check Agent

September 2020 - October 2022

splunk.com

Aided stakeholders with the installation, upgrading, and troubleshooting of Splunk system infrastructure resulting in technical support skills towards searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine-generated data Utilized key knowledge of internal Splunk cloud to troubleshoot client issues more quickly while understanding how the interface could be enhanced upon further for team trainings Assisted my teammates in troubleshooting of Splunk interfaces including but not limited to resolving Vault and Python codes, reviewing computer hardware for performance issues, and onboarding new hardware systems Oversaw enhancements on various standard operating procedures including requirements for system administration updates, responses towards Splunk issues needing escalation, and operations-related functions Strong attention to detail and ability to learn new processes towards success resulting in recognition as a Top 3 performer on the team for the ability to solve various technical issues, and supporting of the team

Mars Wrigley Inc

Production Assistant

July 2019 - August 2020

mars.com

Yanfeng Automotive Interiors

End of Line Inspector & Quality Technician

November 2018 - March 2020

yanfeng.com

Served as a key associate in the production department including end of line quality inspection, overall production enhancements increasing efficiency, and reporting various issues to more than 4 Quality Engineers Identified and repaired defects in various parts and products including a 3D stereoscopic camera utilized by Volkswagen requiring various trainings to ensure complete accuracy Helped with onboarding of more than 5 teammates during tenure resulting in supporting retention metrics for the company while helping new professionals’ skills up in their proficiencies Received two internal promotions during tenure due to strong ability to increase operational efficiency metrics while having a strong understanding on methods to troubleshoot expensive and delicate production equipment

Voiceopia

VoIP Technician

July 2014 to May 2015

voiceopia.com

Developed many install scripts and virtualization images on multiple cloud platforms resulting in the speed up provisioning and enhancing of new servers impacting all of our clients Implemented repro sip proxy resulting in ensuring various configuration files for clients remain with default settings enhancing the technical support experience for various clients Supported various DNS servers supporting network for clients and for the organization resulting in the improvement of service offerings through various proposed initiatives during my tenure Provided customer support to our clients weekly by providing technical support on the phone, emailing customers with troubleshooting help, and on-site repairs for hardware, VPN, and program issues

Education & Certification

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Linux+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

A Little More About Me

Alongside my interests in networks and software engineering some of my other interests and hobbies are:

  • Rock climbing
  • Amateur Radio (Emergency Communications, Digital Modes and Public Service focus)