
Robert Z.
Linux, FreeBSD, Sysadmin, Server Emergencies, PHP Security, Migrations
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Work experience
IT Systems Administrator
Law
Feb 2021 - Feb 2025 • 4 yrs
Systems administrator for a law practice where confidentiality, uptime, and data integrity were non-negotiable. Managed servers, email, backups, remote access, and endpoint security for legal staff handling sensitive client cases. Built a reputation for clear communication with non-technical colleagues — explaining issues in plain language, in English or Spanish, and keeping systems quietly running so the attorneys could focus on their clients.
IT Systems Administrator
California State University System
Feb 2015 - Feb 2021 • 6 yrs
Administered IT systems and infrastructure supporting staff and student services across the district. Managed Linux and Windows server environments, user accounts, backups, patching, and network security. Balanced a large, diverse user base with tight budgets and strict data-privacy requirements (student records) — experience that translates directly to careful, security-conscious handling of any client environment.
25B Information Technology Specialist
US Army
Feb 2011 - Feb 2015 • 4 yrs
Maintained and secured mission-critical IT systems and networks in demanding, zero-failure environments. Handled system administration, troubleshooting, and infrastructure support under strict security and uptime requirements. Service instilled a discipline that carries into every client engagement: document everything, back everything up, fix it right the first time.