Rachel Germann
About Rachel Germann
Rachel Germann is a DevOps Engineer at Backstop Solutions Group, with extensive experience in system administration and software engineering, having previously worked at AT&T and IBM. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Psychology from Northwestern University.
Current Role at Backstop Solutions Group
Rachel Germann serves as a DevOps Engineer at Backstop Solutions Group, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on building, configuring, and maintaining various database, web, and application servers across UNIX and Windows platforms. Her responsibilities include conducting classroom-style training sessions and leading hands-on technical instruction, contributing to the development of her team and the organization.
Previous Experience at AT&T
Prior to her current role, Rachel worked at AT&T for 19 years, from 1999 to 2018. During her tenure, she held the position of Professional - System Administrator. She led a cross-functional team to create an end-to-end test plan for the AT&T Integrated Cloud (AIC) Control Plane. Rachel also served as a trusted subject matter expert in UNIX and Windows-based tools, showcasing her extensive knowledge in these areas.
Early Career at IBM
Rachel began her career as a Software Engineer at IBM, where she worked for two years from 1997 to 1999. This early experience laid the foundation for her technical skills and understanding of software development processes, which she has built upon throughout her career.
Education and Academic Background
Rachel studied at Northwestern University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Psychology from 2010 to 2014. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in both technical and psychological principles, enhancing her capabilities in the field of technology.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Rachel Germann possesses a range of technical skills and expertise. She is proficient in operating systems such as Linux Red Hat, Centos, Ubuntu, Solaris/SunOS, AIX, and Windows Server. Her knowledge extends to cloud technologies, including VMware, AIC OpenStack, and Amazon Web Services. Additionally, she is experienced in network and security configuration, user ID administration, and familiar with hardware from major manufacturers like Sun/Oracle, IBM, Dell, Cisco, and HP.