Josh Cannons
Hello

I'm Josh Cannons

System Administration and Application Development

Hello! I'm Josh Cannons. System administrator, code slinger, devout Linux user and Open-Source enthusiast. For the last four years, I have been providing part-time freelance IT support in the Far North region for a variety of small business.

While focusing on Linux as a development platform, I have worked extensively with Windows server and desktop systems in a professional capacity and believe in a pragmatic approach to Information Technology in general.

I am a High-performing Information Technology graduate with a strong understanding of current trends in technology and security. A proven ability to respond to changing environments and develop new skills rapidly while able to remain calm under pressure while handling multiple workloads. Excelled at academic studies, maintaining top 15% scoring students internationally.


I specialise in

Linux and Windows Administration and Support

Python, Java, PHP and HTML Development

Network Configuration and Security Auditing

Technical Documentation

Data Recovery and Backup Management

DevOps and Configuration Management

Management of Cloud Services

Digital Forensic Investigation


Professional Skills

  • Highly detailed system and infrastructure documentation including configuration, performance monitoring and support data
  • Discretion, Confidentiality and Ethics; Inspire and maintain an ethical and confidential work environment to collect and store sensitive data
  • Client relationship management; ability to engage with a large demographic, displaying empathy, integrity and credibility
  • Leverage's superior written communication to develop, implement and manage a diverse range of training and support resources
  • Acknowledged for strengths absorbing, processing and disseminating complex information in an engaging manner
  • Highly efficient learner with developed research methods; consistently maintained top percentile grades throughout all study
  • Proactive organizational and time-management skills with experience managing small projects using industry standard methodology
  • Accustom to roles requiring a high degree of self-motivation

Technical Skills

Linux Administration and Support 80%
Windows Administration and Support 69%
Hardware Implementation and Configuration 83%
Java, PHP and MySQL Development 60%
Incident Investigation 67%
Network Configuration and Security 80%
Documentation and Configuration Management 78%
Data Recovery and Backup Management 79%
DevOps 66%
Digital Forensic Investigation 74%

Administration

  • Configuration, management and support of various platforms including Windows Server 2008-2012, FreeBSD, CentOS/RHEL and Ubuntu
  • Design, implement and maintain small business IT infrastructure
  • Develop and implement secure and distributed business services on bare-metal systems, virtualization or via Docker
  • WAN and LAN implementation and troubleshooting including Cisco and Draytek equipment
  • Understanding of essential Unix/Linux commands for system monitoring, security and performance profiling
  • Highly detailed system and infrastructure documentation

Security

  • Review, assess and document vulnerabilities to improve the security of networks and information systems
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and Networking protocols including active packet capture and analysis
  • Safeguard network assets and confidential data from unauthorized access through security policies and firewalls
  • Provide accurate and timely incident analysis/response with detailed reporting

Forensics

  • A rich understanding of current Privacy Laws and the social and ethical aspects of digital investigations
  • Broad knowledge of digital forensics, incident response, application security and malware analysis
  • Experience wiping/destroying, imaging, verifying and validating media to all industry standards
  • Configuration and application of physical and virtual write-blocking technology
  • Firm understanding of hexadecimal code and file structures including custom binary for file carving

Development

  • Design and development of applications using Python, Java, SQL, PHP, Asp.NET and HTML/CSS
  • Manage projects with Git, Redmine and Slack to co-ordinate team based development
  • Audit code to identify security flaws including input validation, SQL injection and buffer overflow issues

Technologies I Use

Education

Docker Deep Dive

Linux Academy

Learning Chef DevOps Deployment

Linux Academy

Linux Academy Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator Prep Course

Linux Academy

Certificate III in Investigative Services

OCA Tafe

Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology (Network Security)

CQ University

Diploma of Information Technology (Network Administration)

TNQ Tafe

Certifications

Licensed Private Investigator

Queensland Police Service

License Number - 4000686
Queensland Police

Experience

2016 - Ongoing

Privata

Technical Support

  • Small business network, server and desktop support
  • Assess customer needs to assist in design and implementation of network and business systems
  • Provide client support and develop problem resolution strategies
  • Perform a wide range of hardware and software installation, configuration and troubleshooting
  • Maintaining close relationships with clients, meeting SLA's and adhering to contractual agreements
2017

Turmeric Products Australia

Developer

  • Design landing page and blog
  • Develop and maintain e-commerce platform
  • Social media marketing and community management
2016

Audiad

Developer

  • Design landing page and maintain social media presence
  • Django/Python application design
  • Data modelling (SQL and ElasticSearch)

An example of an excellent System Administrator.

Dr. Edilson Arenas Professor of Information Security

Josh helped expand our business beyond the local area. We now have customers from all over the country.

Guy Tilbury Turmeric Products Australia

The website has been a hit. A great deal of our work now comes from people who found us online.

Richard Owen Richard Owen Painting

No matter the technical issue, Josh has always found an efficient and resourceful solution. He has been essential to maintaining business continuity.

Jennifer Jones Project Manager

Portfolio

Audiad

Audiad

Web Site

Richard Owen Painting

Richard Owen Painting

Web Site

Privata Services

Privata Services

Web Site

OFV

OFV

Web Site

Results Manager

Results Manager

Code

Hat And Scarf

Hat And Scarf

Code

Car Repair

Car Repair

Code

Maths Tutor

Maths Tutor

Code

Server Settings

Server Settings

Documentation

Museum Proposal

Museum Proposal

Documentation

Privacy U

Privacy U

Documentation

Strategic Acquisition

Strategic Acquisition

Documentation

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