Peter Wirdemo
About Peter Wirdemo
Peter Wirdemo is a Network/Unix/VMware Administrator at Saab AB, where he has worked since 2006. He specializes in network design, automation using Ansible, and has extensive experience with various networking protocols and systems.
Work at Saab
Peter Wirdemo has been employed at Saab AB since 2006, where he serves as a Network/Unix/VMware Administrator. His role involves managing and optimizing network systems and Unix environments. Based in Gothenburg, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden, he has accumulated 18 years of experience in this position, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and network security.
Education and Expertise
Peter studied at Wasa Vuxengymnasium from 1986 to 1988, where he achieved ADB och Naturvetenskap. This educational background laid the foundation for his technical expertise in network and system administration. He is proficient in Unix Shell Scripting and has extensive knowledge of Linux distributions, including SuSE, Redhat, and CentOS.
Background in Networking
Peter has significant experience in network design and implementation, utilizing equipment from HP, Cisco, and Extreme. He is knowledgeable in various networking protocols such as OSPF, VRRP, STP, SNMP, 802.1x, and Radius. His skills extend to configuring and managing Checkpoint Firewalls and familiarity with IDS systems like Snort.
Previous Experience at Sun Microsystems
Before his tenure at Saab, Peter worked as a UNIX Consultant at Sun Microsystems for 11 months in 1995. This role provided him with valuable experience in Unix systems, further enhancing his technical skills in network and system administration.
Automation and Monitoring Skills
Peter utilizes Ansible for automation tasks in network and system administration, streamlining processes and improving efficiency. He is skilled in using monitoring tools such as Nagios and Op5 for system and network oversight. Additionally, he has experience with version control systems like Git and has worked with ZFS file systems for data storage solutions.