Lai Wei Hwa
About Lai Wei Hwa
Lai Wei Hwa is a Linux Systems Administrator with extensive experience in managing complex Linux and networking environments. He has worked at TrackTik since 2021 and previously held positions at Robco Inc. and Advanced Business Concepts, Inc., while also possessing a diverse educational background in political science, history, and philosophy.
Work at Trackforce Valiant
Lai Wei Hwa currently serves as a Linux Systems Administrator at TrackTik, a position held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing Linux systems and ensuring their optimal performance. His expertise includes utilizing advanced monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic, and CloudWatch. He also manages identity and access management systems, including Control Tower, IAM, IAM Identity Center, and Okta. His work supports the organization's infrastructure and security needs.
Previous Experience at Robco Inc.
Prior to his current role, Lai Wei Hwa worked at Robco Inc. as a Systems Engineer and Administrator from 2015 to 2021. His responsibilities included managing systems in a manufacturing environment and acting as an escalation point for complex Linux, networking, and security-related issues. This six-year tenure in the Montreal, Canada area provided him with extensive experience in systems administration and operational support.
Education and Expertise
Lai Wei Hwa has a diverse educational background. He studied Political Science and International Law at Texas State University. He also attended Harvard University for the History - Extended Learning Program. Additionally, he studied Philosophy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and completed a program in Design and Web Programming at Northern Virginia Community College. His technical expertise includes advanced monitoring tools, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and Configuration as Code (CaC) technologies.
Background in Business Analysis and Project Management
Before focusing on systems administration, Lai Wei Hwa gained experience as a Business Analyst and Project Manager at Advanced Business Concepts, Inc. from 2007 to 2008. He also held the position of Product Director and Business Analyst at bind: ecosystems of mind from 2012 to 2017. This background provided him with a strong foundation in project management and business analysis, complementing his technical skills.
Technical Skills and Tools
Lai Wei Hwa possesses extensive technical skills, particularly in Linux operating systems, including Ubuntu, CentOS, and Amazon Linux. He is proficient in managing various database systems such as MongoDB, MySQL (RDS), and MSSQL. His expertise extends to networking technologies, including AWS VPC cross-account peering and DNS resolution. He implements security measures using tools like OpenSCAP and Lacework, ensuring compliance in SOC2/ISO-27001/ISO-27017 environments.