About me

Namaste! I'm Nischal Gautam, an System Administrator / Devops Engineer based in Kathmandu,Nepal. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, and my professional journey revolves around the exciting realms of Linux, cybersecurity, cloud(Azure,AWS) and system administrator.

In the ever-evolving world of IT, I'm passionate about harnessing the power of Cloud, Linux and Windows to create efficient and robust computing environments. Whether it's optimizing server performance or diving deep into the intricacies of open-source software, I thrive on the challenges and rewards of the Linux ecosystem. Beyond the world of IT, I find peace and inspiration in music. I am not that much of great player but few simple riff and some open chords helps me to keep my mind of the Technology.

Join me as I explore the intersection of technology and security.Let's share our passions and experiences on this journey together!

What i'm doing

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    Cloud Infrastructure Management

    Overseeing and managing cloud-based services and resources, ensuring the security, scalability, and efficiency of cloud deployments.

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    System Administrator

    Keeping the servers running, the data safe, and the IT chaos at bay, one keystroke at a time.

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    Linux Administrator

    Specialize in managing Linux-based systems configuration server, package management, user management, and system performance tuning.

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    Cyber Security

    Love spending free time participating in Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, which helps sharpen problem-solving skills and keeps me updated with the latest in cybersecurity.

Resume

Education

  1. Texas College of Management and IT

    2018 — 2022

    With this degree, I've gained the knowledge and skills to navigate the dynamic and technology-driven realms of our modern world, and I'm excited to continue exploring the limitless possibilities that IT has to offer.

  2. Orchid HighSchool

    2016 — 2018

    Although i study management and computer as an optional, HighSchool is where i got introduce to Computer in Acadamics.

Experience

  1. System Administrator

    2024 — Present

    Responsible for maintaining and managing the organization's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud services. Ensures optimal system performance, security, and reliability by configuring and monitoring systems, troubleshooting issues, and providing technical support. Key tasks include software installation, hardware updates, and implementing security measures to protect data and systems.

  2. Associate System Administrator

    2023 — 2024

    As a versatile system administrator and DevOps specialist, I played a pivotal role in managing our IT infrastructure for reliability, efficiency, and security. Alongside optimizing resource allocation and maintaining an accurate inventory, I conducted regular security audits and performed tasks such as penetration testing to fortify our defenses. Leveraging Jira, I streamlined ticketing processes, while integrating DevOps practices to enhance automation, deployment, and monitoring. This comprehensive approach, coupled with network upgrades, VPN setup, directory service implementation, and cloud resource management, ensured robust security measures aligned with our organizational objectives.

  3. DevSecOps Intern

    DevSecOps technology, Azure and Secuirty.

    2022 — 2022

My skills

  • Windows, Linux (Administration)
  • Automation and Scripting (bash,Python,terraform,ansible)
  • Cloud(Aws,Azure)
  • Security