Peter Blackburn
About Peter Blackburn
Peter Blackburn is a Senior Network Systems Administrator at Morningstar, with extensive experience in Unix/Linux server management and advanced programming skills. He has worked in various technical roles across several companies, including UBS AG and Perot Systems, and possesses a strong background in high availability systems and storage solutions.
Work at York Solutions
Peter Blackburn has been employed at York Solutions, LLC as a Morningstar Senior Network Systems Administrator since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for managing network systems and ensuring their optimal performance. His tenure at York Solutions spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Peter Blackburn studied Computer Science at Joliet Junior College, where he achieved an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. He furthered his education at Governors State University, also focusing on Computer Science. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in scripting and programming languages, including PERL, Bourne Shell, KSH, BASH, and C/C++. He possesses advanced skills in managing Unix/Linux servers and has a strong understanding of system infrastructure components.
Background in IT Systems Engineering
Peter Blackburn has a significant background in IT systems engineering, having worked in various roles over several years. He served as a UNIX IT Systems Engineer at UBS AG from 2007 to 2015, where he gained experience in managing complex systems. Prior to that, he worked as a Solaris Platform Engineer at Perot Systems from 2000 to 2006 and as a Senior UNIX Systems Administrator at SBC Warburg from 1992 to 1995. His career began as a Systems Administrator at Joliet Junior College from 1982 to 1987.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Peter Blackburn possesses advanced technical skills in several areas of IT infrastructure. He is proficient in storage solutions, including FCoE, ZFS, NFS, and NetApp. His experience extends to high availability systems, such as Veritas Cluster Server and Sun/Solaris Cluster. He is also skilled in virtualization technologies, including SPARC LDoms, Solaris Zones, and VMware & vCenter. Additionally, he has expertise in networking, with experience in Cisco Catalyst and Juniper Network switches.
Professional Collaboration and Methodologies
Peter Blackburn actively supports cross-divisional collaboration within his organization. He is recognized as a team-oriented communicator who engages with colleagues to enhance process improvements and efficiencies. He utilizes SCRUM Agile Development methodologies to facilitate project management and streamline workflows, demonstrating his commitment to effective teamwork and continuous improvement.