Chris Nielsen
About Chris Nielsen
Chris Nielsen is a Senior Linux/Unix Engineer at ON Semiconductor, specializing in GNU/Linux software, IT security, and virtualization. With extensive experience in scripting and system administration, he has worked in various roles in the technology sector since the late 1990s.
Work at Onsemi
Chris Nielsen has been employed at ON Semiconductor as a Senior Linux/Unix Engineer since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for managing and optimizing Linux and Unix systems within the organization. His work focuses on enhancing system performance and ensuring high availability. Based in Gresham, OR, Chris contributes to various projects that involve system administration and IT infrastructure management.
Previous Experience
Before joining ON Semiconductor, Chris Nielsen worked at Schnitzer Steel as a Senior Linux Engineer from 2005 to 2016. During his 11 years there, he developed and maintained Linux systems, contributing to the company's IT operations. Prior to Schnitzer Steel, he served as the Director of Information Systems at The Oregon Clinic from 1999 to 2005. In this capacity, he oversaw the clinic's IT strategy and system management.
Education and Expertise
Chris Nielsen studied at Reed College and later attended Portland State University. His educational background supports his expertise in GNU/Linux software, IT security, databases, storage solutions, and virtualization. He is skilled in scripting and task automation, utilizing languages such as Bash, Perl, and Python to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Technical Skills
Chris Nielsen possesses extensive experience with various system administration tools and platforms. His technical skills include proficiency in RHEL, Solaris, Netapp, VMWare, Nagios, Cacti, Salt, Ansible, and Commvault. He has a strong focus on high-availability and disaster recovery technologies, including clustering and replication, which are critical for maintaining system reliability.