Rajiv Kattel
About Rajiv Kattel
Rajiv Kattel is a Linux System Administrator with extensive experience in managing both physical and virtual servers, particularly with Red Hat and Ubuntu. He has a background in IT support for the US Army and engages in cybersecurity challenges on various platforms.
Work at ECS
Rajiv Kattel has been employed at ECS as a Linux System Administrator since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for administering ESXI servers through vSphere/vCenter, focusing on optimizing the performance of virtual servers. His expertise includes the management of both physical and virtual servers, particularly with Red Hat and Ubuntu operating systems. Kattel also utilizes Ansible automation for managing SSH keys and configuration management of Linux servers, ensuring efficient operations within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Rajiv Kattel holds an Associate's degree in Information Technology from the Community College of Allegheny County, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He furthered his education at the University of Pittsburgh School of Computing and Information, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from 2016 to 2018. His academic background supports his specialization in DISA STIG Security patching and OS hardening, utilizing tools such as iptables, firewalld, and ufw.
Background
Before joining ECS, Rajiv Kattel served in the US Army as an Information Technology Specialist (System Administrator) from 2018 to 2021 at Fort Drum, New York. He previously worked as a Help Desk Technician for the US Army for five months in Afghanistan from 2019 to 2020. His military experience has contributed to his technical skills and understanding of IT infrastructure.
Cybersecurity Engagement
Rajiv Kattel actively engages in cybersecurity challenges on platforms such as Hackthebox and Tryhackme. This involvement demonstrates his commitment to continuous learning and skill development in the field of cybersecurity, complementing his professional experience in system administration and security practices.
System Monitoring and Management
In his current role, Rajiv Kattel monitors system health using daily Ansible and shell scripts. These scripts are designed to check for disk space and failed logins, ensuring the integrity and performance of the systems he manages. His proactive approach to system monitoring reflects his dedication to maintaining optimal server functionality.