Тарас

TARAS SKURZHANSKYI
System Administrator · Linux · Networking · VPN · Docker · IT Security · Python

■ 78579 Neuhausen ob Eck ■ [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) ✉ [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) ■ [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

PROFILE
Experienced IT System Administrator with a Master's degree in Computer Science and over 4 years of combined
experience in Linux/Windows system administration, network infrastructure management, IT security and process
automation. Combines professional experience at TRUMPF Laser AG with voluntary IT consulting for NGOs since 2022.
Analytical, reliable, willing to travel and strong communicator across all levels.

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Operating Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, Kali), Windows Networking TCP/IP, UDP, VLAN, Subnetting,
Systems Server, macOS, Docker, VMs LAN/WLAN, QoS, DNS, DHCP
IT Security VPN, iptables, Firewall, Endpoint Security, Monitoring Wireshark, tcpdump, ip tool, ifconfig,
Metasploit, Burp Suite Performance Analysis
Scripting Python, Bash, Shell, PowerShell basics, Cloud Azure AD / Entra ID, Microsoft 365, REST
CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Git API, gRPC, OPC UA
Remote Support TeamViewer, AnyDesk, OpenDirectory, Documentation Technical Docs, SOPs, Knowledge Base,
Backup Solutions, Ticketing User Manuals

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Software Developer & Linux System Administrator · TRUMPF Laser AG, Schramberg, Germany
January 2023 – June 2025 | 2.5 years

■ Administration and maintenance of Linux and Windows systems in an industrial IT infrastructure; system configuration,
updates and troubleshooting

■ Full management of LAN and WLAN environments; TCP/IP, UDP, VLAN configuration and optimization in Linux
environments with high availability focus
■ VPN solutions, Firewall management via iptables; continuous monitoring and enforcement of security policies

■ Network diagnostics using Wireshark and tcpdump; subnetting and Traffic Control (tc) for performance optimization

■ Automation of routine tasks using Python and Bash scripting; REST API, gRPC and OPC UA integration

■ Administration of Windows and Linux server landscapes; Docker and virtualization; Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines

■ User and access management (Azure AD); technical documentation and knowledge base maintenance

VOLUNTARY IT EXPERIENCE (since 2022)
Volunteer IT Specialist · NGO 'Krayina nashoi mriyi' (Land of Our Dreams)
August 2022 – present | Weekly | approx. 1.5 years total

■ Network administration: DHCP, VPN, OpenDirectory – fault analysis and sustainable resolution

■ Setup of secure Windows environments; endpoint security and antivirus management

■ User accounts and access rights management; backup solutions and data protection strategies

■ Remote support (TeamViewer, AnyDesk); email configuration (Outlook, Gmail Workspace); hardware setup
■ Project management, reporting and grant application writing for international donors

Volunteer IT Consultant · Caritas
August 2022 – present | 2–3× per month

■ Software installation and configuration; Microsoft 365 support and end-user training

■ IT documentation: creation of manuals and process descriptions for staff

■ Remote support and office equipment setup

EDUCATION
Master of Science – Computer Science
Ternopil Ivan Puluj National Technical University, Ukraine | 2020 – 2022

■ Thesis: Weather Forecasting and Energy Consumption Correlation – classification algorithm (logistic regression) for
predictive decision-making

■ Focus: System Architecture, Networks, IT Security, Algorithms, Robotics, Statistics

Bachelor of Science – Computer Science
Ternopil Ivan Puluj National Technical University, Ukraine | 2016 – 2020

■ Volunteer (3 years): Science Picnics – STEM outreach, public speaking, technical training

CERTIFICATIONS & PROJECTS
■ Certificates & Diplomas: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RivBT7xgPE_-CW_ohhCSofPFSF__6GnQ

■ Letter of Recommendation – Caritas (voluntary IT work since 2022)

■ Active training: Docker/Kubernetes, Ansible, IT Security, ITIL fundamentals

■ GitHub Projects: github.com/Taras99

LANGUAGES & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Ukrainian German English
Native (C2) Proficient (B2) Proficient (B2)

■ ✔ Driver's License Class B · Willing to travel · Open to relocation · Available immediately