Andy Ochkin
About Andy Ochkin
Andy Ochkin is an experienced Unix/Linux/Storage/Backup Administrator currently working at Thomson Reuters in Toronto, Canada. He has a diverse background in systems administration and engineering, having held positions at various organizations including Seneca College, IBM Canada, Scotiabank, Sony, and Sun Microsystems.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Andy Ochkin has been employed at Thomson Reuters as a UNIX/Linux/Storage/Backup Admin since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining UNIX and Linux systems, as well as overseeing storage and backup solutions. His work contributes to the efficiency and reliability of the company's IT infrastructure in the Toronto, Canada Area.
Previous Experience in IT Administration
Prior to his current position, Andy Ochkin held several roles in IT administration. He worked at Seneca College as a Solaris and SAN Admin for 10 months in 2015 to 2016. He also served as a SAN Engineer at IBM Canada for 8 months in 2014 to 2015, where he was involved in a project at Rogers. Additionally, he worked at Scotiabank as a SAN Admin for 8 months in 2016.
Background in Systems Engineering
Andy Ochkin has a solid background in systems engineering, having worked at Sun Microsystems from 1994 to 2004. In this capacity, he served as a Systems Engineer and Systems Support Engineer, gaining experience in both Moscow, Russia, and Denver, USA. His early career laid the foundation for his expertise in managing complex IT systems.
Education and Expertise
Andy Ochkin studied at the Moscow Institute of Engineering and Physics, where he achieved a Master of Science degree in 1989. He possesses expertise in backup solutions, including Netbackup, Simpana, and Networker. His technical skills extend to configuring and troubleshooting SUN/Oracle SPARC hardware and IBM P-servers, highlighting his comprehensive knowledge in the field.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Andy Ochkin demonstrates a proven ability to solve technical problems creatively without supervision. He has a strong background in disaster recovery planning and testing, which is critical for maintaining data integrity and availability. Colleagues recognize him as a reliable and open-minded team player, contributing positively to collaborative work environments.