Tim Skitch / Resume

Summary of Qualifications

Successful completion of Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Excellent computer literacy skills in networking and systems administration
Hands-on experience with computer hardware installation and repairs
Experienced in Windows and Linux system administration, networking, and virtualization
Skilled in diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions quickly and efficiently
Maintain skills through ongoing development and operation of personal home lab project

Trent University	Peterborough, ON
Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science	2020 – 2024

Achieved a spot on the Dean’s Honour Roll for every academic year
Earned the President’s Honor Roll which recognizes outstanding academic performance
Relevant Coursework: Computer Networks, Data Structures & Algorithms, High Performance Computing, Linux System Programming in C, Operating Systems and Web Application Development

Certifications

In Progress

Systems Administration

January 2019 – Current

Designed and maintain a custom built home server using repurposed enterprise and off the shelf hardware
Configured Proxmox VE to virtualize multiple servers, including Ubuntu Server, Windows Server and TrueNAS
Self-host and maintain services such as cloud storage, media servers, game servers, and internal tools for personal and family use

Networking

Set up and configured a pfSense firewall with VLAN segmentation. Implemented an Intrusion Detection System using Snort. Configured OpenVPN for secure remote access
Managed internal routing, DNS, and DHCP for virtual machines and physical devices
Configured OpenVPN to enable encrypted remote network access from external locations

Operating Systems: Proficient in Windows and Linux, as well as their respective terminals
Networking: Experience with firewalls, routers, switches, access points and network protocols
Virtualization: Familiar with virtualization and its concepts, especially in Proxmox VE
Programming Languages: C, C++, C#, Java, Python, PHP, HTML/CSS/JS, SQL
Software: Visual Studio Code, JetBrains IDEs, Git, FFmpeg, Microsoft 365, Adobe software suite, Fusion 360

Partsource – Auto Parts Supplier	Peterborough, ON
Parts Pro	May 2020 – Current

Created an exceptional customer experience by promptly interacting with customers in person and over the phone, while also sharing my expert automotive knowledge
Coordinated with Commercial Specialists, delivery drivers and dispatch manager to ensure commercial orders are delivered in a timely manner
Engaged in regular inventory audits to ensure stock numbers remain consistently correct
Occasionally trained new employees on store policies, our inventory management software suite and placing orders from third-party suppliers