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Benjamin Bigey

System Administrator, DevOps, System Integrator

€300/day
Rennes, FR
3-7 years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Benjamin

System Administrator & DevOps – Versatile, Self-Taught, Passionate about New Technologies

With over 6 years of experience in system administration and DevOps, I am a self-taught, curious, and adaptable professional. I have worked on diverse infrastructures, ranging from non-profit environments to industrial systems and entrepreneurial structures. I have provided customized automation and security solutions, while ensuring efficient and scalable system management.

Key Skills

  • System Administration: Expertise in Linux (Debian, Proxmox), server management, networks, and automation processes
  • DevOps & Infrastructure as Code: Mastery of technologies like Ansible, Terraform, Docker, and GitLab CI/CD service management
  • Security & Monitoring: Implementation of security solutions (WireGuard, Traefik, nftables, ...) and monitoring with Zabbix and Prometheus
  • Development and Scripting: Solid skills in Bash, Python, as well as development languages like C++, Rust, Ruby on Rails, and Node.js. Experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL
  • Networks & Hardware: Installation and configuration of NAS, firewalls, routers, and WiFi access points

Why Choose Me?

  • Self-Taught & Curious: I have acquired a large part of my skills through personal research and experimentation. This allows me to quickly adapt to new technologies and innovate in the solutions I propose.
  • Versatility: I am capable of navigating between different tools and technologies to precisely meet the needs of each mission.
  • Quality Deliverables: My goal is to deliver functional, secure, and tailored solutions to my clients' requirements, while respecting deadlines and budgets.

Ready to take on your IT challenges, I would be delighted to assist you with your projects.
Feel free to contact me to discuss your needs!
  • French

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Fluent

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Infra numérique mutualisée
    System Administrator, DevOps, System Integrator
    CIVIC AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS
    June 2024 - June 2024
    France
    As part of this project, I was responsible for deploying and integrating a shared self-hosted digital infrastructure, aimed at optimizing the management of digital services while ensuring performance, security, and scalability.

    Main Missions

    • Infrastructure Deployment: Design and implementation of a self-hosted architecture for hosting and managing approximately 30 services, using virtualization (Proxmox) and automation (Terraform, Ansible) solutions.
    • Configuration Automation: Development of custom tools and scripts to automate service deployments and configurations, enabling simplified and rapid infrastructure management.
    • Environment Security: Implementation of enhanced security measures, including regular backups, service redundancy, strict firewalling, and access controls via WireGuard.
    • CI/CD Management: Setup of CI/CD pipelines under GitLab CI, ensuring automated, fast, and secure deployment of new service versions.
    • Fullstack Development: Active participation in the development of digital services, adopting a fullstack approach to ensure seamless integration of different application and data layers.

    Technologies Used:

    • Infra as Code: Terraform, Ansible
    • Virtualization: Proxmox, Debian VM
    • DevOps: Bash, Docker, GitLab CI/CD
    • Security: WireGuard, strict firewall configuration
    • Load Balancing & Reverse Proxy: Traefik, HAProxy
    Gitlab CI/CD Ansible Debian OpenTofu Proxmox
  • Différents clients
    Freelance for Eclectic Projects
    CIVIC AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS
    April 2023 - Today (3 years and 2 months)
    Toulouse, France
    As a freelancer, I had the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects for various clients, ranging from system management to the creation of custom solutions. Here are some notable achievements:

    Main Missions

    • Virus Cleanup and WordPress Site Migration: Identification and removal of malware, followed by a successful migration to a more secure version of the site while preserving its integrity and functionality.
    • Database Creation for a Library: Design and implementation of a custom database on Obsidian, enabling optimal management of book recommendations tailored to the client's specific needs.
    • Automated Billing Service Setup: Development and integration of an automated billing system, reducing human errors and accelerating the payment management process.
    • OS Installation and Training: Installation and configuration of operating systems on various platforms such as Fedora, Debian, Xen, and Android, followed by practical training for users to ensure quick and efficient adoption.
    • DevOps & Fullstack Development for Showcase Websites: Design and development of showcase websites for clients, with a DevOps approach for deployment automation and Fullstack development with Strapi for content management.

    Technologies Used

    • WordPress
    • Obsidian (for database management)
    • Strapi (for showcase website development)
    • Fedora, Debian, Xen, Android (for installation and training)
    • DevOps Development Tools: Automation and Continuous Integration
    Obsidian Wordpress Bash Strapi Linux System Administration
  • SIGILENCE TECHNOLOGIES
    System Integrator Administrator
    AVIATION AND AEROSPACE
    March 2020 - May 2023 (3 years and 2 months)
    Toulouse, France
    Within my role at this SCOP, I handled various administration and project management tasks for a range of clients, from industrial companies to non-profit organizations. I was also in charge of a small team of 3 people, whom I coordinated to successfully complete our missions. Here is an overview of the main achievements:

    Main Missions

    • System Administration & Technical Support: Management of diverse systems for multiple clients, with Level 2 and 3 technical support (in English) to resolve complex infrastructure-related issues.
    • Project Management & Development: Technical project oversight for clients such as Sigilence, Biotex, HMC, Equalix, and GIT France, focusing on optimizing and configuring server farms, including the development of Debian packages to facilitate deployments.
    • IT Manager for Industrial and Business Clients: Handling IT needs for industrial (e.g., InFactory) and business clients, ensuring infrastructure management and the implementation of suitable technical solutions.
    • Network Configuration and Management: Installation and maintenance of NAS, firewalls, and other network equipment to ensure system stability and security.
    • Technical Supervision: Implementation of supervision solutions to monitor server performance and anticipate potential failures.
    • Application Porting: Migration of an industrial application from a Windows 7 tablet to an iPad, ensuring compatibility and feature optimization.

    Technologies Used

    • Debian (package development)
    • Linux (system administration)
    • Networks: NAS, Firewalls
    • Supervision: Monitoring tools for infrastructure management
    • Application Migration: Porting Unity industrial applications to iOS
    Gitlab CI/CD Linux System Administration Debian Firewall Unity 3D

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Education

  • Computer Engineering Degree
    Institut National des Sciences Appliquées
    2020
    Spécialisé en sécurité des systèmes informatiques (TLS-SEC)
  • CQP Working on Rope - Initial Level
    Hauteur et Sécurité
    2024

Certifications

  • Master in IS and Network Security
    University of Toulouse
    2020
    https://tls-sec.github.io/
    Risk Analysis Risk Analysis and Management ISO 27001 Project Management Cybersecurity Risk Management Network Security EBIOS IT Risk Management Information Security

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