Professional Resume Template for
Systems Administrator
Brandon K. Thorne
Austin, TX
(512) 555-0133
brandon.thorne@email.com
linkedin.com/in/brandon-thorne | github.com/brandonthorne | brandonthorne.net
Professional Summary
Methodical Systems Administrator with 6 years of experience configuring, maintaining, and securing hybrid IT environments for mid-sized enterprise networks. Expertise includes virtualization deployment, directory services administration, automated scripting, cloud migration, and network security compliance. Track record includes maintaining a 99.99% server uptime across 250+ virtual instances, reducing system deployment times by 35% through automated scripting, and migrating 80+ legacy databases to secure AWS environments. Proficient in Windows Server, Linux (Red Hat/Ubuntu), Active Directory, AWS, Cisco routers/switches, Python, and PowerShell.
Work Experience
Systems Administrator — Sector Scale Solutions
Austin, TX | January 2024 – Present
- Maintained 99.99% system availability for 250+ Windows and Linux virtual servers across a hybrid infrastructure, reducing unplanned downtime incidents by 42% over a 12-month period.
- Deployed PowerShell and Python automation scripts to automate patch management and user provisioning workflows, saving 15 hours of manual administration labor per week.
- Migrated 80+ local database systems and file storage repositories to AWS cloud infrastructure, optimizing storage allocation to lower monthly cloud billing costs by 23%.
- Administered Active Directory (AD) and Azure AD policies for 450+ system users, executing security audits that resolved 95% of identified permission and access vulnerabilities.
Associate Systems Administrator — Zenith IT Infrastructure
Dallas, TX | August 2020 – December 2023
- Configured and maintained local area networks (LAN) and virtual private networks (VPN) for 3 branch offices, resolving connectivity issues 28% faster than baseline SLA targets.
- Managed daily backup operations and disaster recovery protocols for 12TB of enterprise data, verifying 100% recovery compliance and reducing backup window duration by 35%.
- Conducted hardware upgrades and OS patches for 180+ physical workstations and network routers, decreasing recurring technical support tickets by 30% over 18 months.
- Authored 25 comprehensive technical SOP guides covering system recovery and incident escalations, which accelerated onboarding times for new help desk technicians by 40%.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Texas State University · San Marcos, TX · 2020
Skills
Windows Server, Linux (Red Hat/Ubuntu), Active Directory, Azure AD, AWS Cloud, Cisco IOS, LAN/WAN Networking, VPN Configuration, PowerShell Scripting, Python, System Backups, Disaster Recovery, Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), Network Security Compliance
Projects
Hybrid Cloud Backup Modernization
Role: Lead Infrastructure Administrator
Tools: AWS (S3/Glacier), Veeam Backup & Replication, Windows Server, PowerShell
Re-engineered the daily backup workflow for 12TB of critical databases, reducing monthly data storage costs by 28% and ensuring compliance with a 4-hour RTO SLA.
Automated Patch Compliance Initiative
Role: Systems Administrator
Tools: PowerShell, Python, WSUS, Red Hat Satellite
Created and scheduled automated patch testing and deployment script pipelines, raising corporate server OS compliance from 74% to 99% and saving 15 manual labor hours weekly.
Certifications
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate (2023)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (2021)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), German (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Technical support volunteer for regional public libraries (2021-present)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Systems Administrator
Job Market Insights
$75,000
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$125,000
Avg:
$100,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Network and Computer Systems Administrators is projected by the BLS to experience a slight decline of 4% from 2024 to 2034. However, approximately 14,300 job openings are anticipated each year to replace departing workers. Modern IT environments require administrators who are highly skilled in cloud computing (AWS/Azure), hybrid directory service setups, infrastructure-as-code, and automated scripting. Professionals who adapt to cloud environments and automate server maintenance will continue to see solid employment opportunities.
14,300 annual openings
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