Mark Potter
About Mark Potter
Mark Potter is a Senior Information Technology Administrator with extensive experience in Linux systems administration and software installations. He has worked for various organizations, including DownUnder GeoSolutions and MD Anderson Cancer Center, and possesses strong skills in Bash scripting and HPC clustering.
Current Role at Seitel
Mark Potter serves as the Senior Information Technology Administrator at Seitel, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various IT operations and ensuring the smooth functioning of technology systems. His expertise in managing web servers and complex software installations contributes to the efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience in Information Technology
Prior to his current role, Mark Potter accumulated extensive experience in various IT positions. He worked as a System Engineer at Academy from 2007 to 2008, and later served as a Linux Engineer at X-ISS from 2008 to 2009. His tenure at DownUnder GeoSolutions as a Senior Linux Administrator from 2019 to 2021 further solidified his skills in Linux systems administration.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Mark Potter possesses a strong technical skill set, particularly in PXE deployments and complex software installations. He is proficient in managing web servers using Apache and has expertise in Bash scripting for automating tasks. His specialization includes HPC Clustering, NPACI Rocks, Rocks+, Platform OCS, xCat, and HA Clustering, making him a valuable asset in high-performance computing environments.
Education and Training
Mark Potter studied at Houston Community College, where he gained foundational knowledge in information technology. His education has supported his career development and technical proficiency in various IT roles.
Career Timeline and Roles
Mark Potter's career spans multiple roles in IT. He has worked at MD Anderson Cancer Center as a UNIX Sysadmin from 2012 to 2013, and as an HPC Engineer at Total E&P from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he served as a Linux Analyst at GeoComputing Group LLC from 2009 to 2010, and as an Infrastructure Systems Analyst at Alert Logic from 2010 to 2011. His diverse experience across different organizations highlights his adaptability and expertise in the field.