"A Jack of all trades is a Master of None, but oftentimes BETTER than a Master of One.
" - Robert Greene
Spectating on Actor-turned-Playwright William Shakespeare - 1592
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle.
" - Steve Jobs
Stanford Commencement Address - 2005
"Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower. The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.
" - Steve Jobs
Apple's Think Different Campaign - 1997
"It can scarcely be denied that the supreme goal of all theory is to make the irreducible basic elements as simple and as few as possible without having to surrender the adequate representation of a single datum of experience.
" - Albert Einstein
On the Method of Theoretical Physics pg. 165 - Apr. 1934
"For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled.
" - Richard Feynman
Rogers Commission Challenger Report, Appendix F (1986), hosted by NASA
"Science is the belief in the ignorance of experts.
" - Richard Feynman
Address “What Is Science?” to the National Science Teachers Association (1966); printed in The Physics Teacher (1969).
My Expertise
Welcome, I'm Jordan Levinson, a seasoned network engineer and architect with a unique business-first perspective. With nearly a decade of experience in Enterprise Environments, I understand not only the technical intricacies but also the financial and administrative complexities of running a business. My expertise spans Hybrid Cloud Architecture, Automation, Network Design, Virtualization, Cloud Security, Cryptography, Voice service, project management and much more. Fluent in both English and Spanish, I excel in understanding customer needs and crafting tailored solutions.
My approach to every challenge is rooted in three core principles, "Think, Plan, Execute". I believe in first understanding the broader business context "Think", then meticulously planning solutions that align with a company's financial and operational goals "Plan", and finally implementing these strategies efficiently and effectively "Execute". This holistic approach ensures that the solutions I design not only meet technical requirements but also drive business growth and success. As I continue my newly found AI-focused career path, I'm eager to leverage my skills to solve real-world challenges and make a significant impact in the enterprise sector.
Networks
Skilled in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting network infrastructures, I excel in both switching and routing domains to ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance
Networks
Deep expertise in enterprise network architecture including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP routing protocols, VLANs, STP, and QoS. Proficient in Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet platforms. Experience designing and implementing campus networks, data center fabrics, SD-WAN solutions, and multi-site connectivity. Skilled in network segmentation, traffic engineering, and capacity planning for high-performance environments.
Security
Skilled in security engineering, I secure networks, vigilantly monitor security events and implement timely patching, ensuring robust protection against potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Security
Comprehensive security expertise including zero-trust architecture, SIEM implementation (Splunk, QRadar), endpoint protection, and identity management. Experienced with firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN technologies, and secure access service edge (SASE). Skilled in vulnerability management, penetration testing coordination, security audits, and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001). Proactive threat hunting and incident response capabilities.
AI
I recently found my passion in AI, since then I have been learning all kinds of AI modeling. Leveraging OpenAI, HuggingFace and others, I have been self deploying AI into my personal Homelab.
AI
Hands-on experience with large language models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and AI integration. Proficient in OpenAI API, HuggingFace transformers, and local model deployment. Building AI-powered automation tools, chatbots, and intelligent assistants. Exploring machine learning pipelines, vector databases, and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architectures. Self-hosting AI models in homelab environments for privacy and customization.
Systems
Proficient in virtualization technologies, I adeptly manage and optimize complex system engineering tasks, ensuring streamlined operations and efficient infrastructure solutions.
Systems
Expert in VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and KVM virtualization platforms. Extensive experience with enterprise storage solutions (SAN, NAS), server hardware lifecycle management, and compute optimization. Skilled in disaster recovery planning, backup strategies, high availability clusters, and infrastructure automation. Proficient in cloud integration with AWS, Azure, and hybrid cloud architectures.
Website Design
Whether its internal or external web apps, I can generate web apps to present information or market a solution/product.
Website Design
Modern web development with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks like React, Astro, and Vue. Expert in responsive design, accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA), performance optimization, and SEO. Proficient in design systems, component libraries, and modern CSS methodologies. Experience with headless CMS platforms, WordPress customization, and progressive web applications (PWAs).
Automation
Most of my work has been in Python, but I am quite familiar with Bash and apps like Ansible as well.
Automation
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) expertise using Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation. Advanced Python scripting for network automation, API integrations, and workflow orchestration. Proficient in Bash scripting, PowerShell, and CI/CD pipeline development. Experience automating deployments, configuration management, testing, and monitoring. Skilled in REST APIs, webhook integrations, and event-driven automation.
Application Development
Full-stack development expertise spanning web, mobile, and desktop applications. Proficient in modern frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and test-driven development practices.
Application Development
Full-stack development with React, Node.js, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks. Backend expertise in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, microservices, and serverless architectures. Proficient in database design (SQL, NoSQL), caching strategies, and message queues. Strong focus on code quality, test-driven development, CI/CD automation, and DevOps practices. Experience with mobile development, progressive web apps, and cross-platform frameworks.
Operating Systems
Extensive experience with Windows Server, Linux distributions (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL), and containerization platforms. Expert in system optimization, kernel tuning, and enterprise deployment strategies.
Operating Systems
Expert-level system administration across Windows Server (2012-2022), Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, Debian), and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Skilled in performance tuning, security hardening, patch management, and automated deployments. Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, LDAP, and identity federation. Proficient in container orchestration, service mesh, and cloud-native operating patterns.
Analytics & Tracking
Implementing comprehensive monitoring solutions, performance metrics, and business intelligence dashboards. Skilled in log aggregation, real-time analytics, and predictive maintenance systems.
Analytics & Tracking
Building comprehensive observability platforms using Grafana, Prometheus, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), and Datadog. Expert in metrics collection, distributed tracing, and log aggregation at scale. Designing custom dashboards, alerting strategies, and SLA tracking systems. Proficient in APM tools, infrastructure monitoring, and business intelligence analytics. Experience with time-series databases and real-time data visualization.
Architectural Design
Designing scalable, resilient enterprise architectures. Expert in microservices, distributed systems, and cloud-native patterns. Focus on high availability, disaster recovery, and cost optimization.
Architectural Design
Enterprise architecture design with focus on scalability, resilience, and cost efficiency. Expert in microservices patterns, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native design. Proficient in service mesh (Istio), API gateways, and distributed system patterns. Experience designing for high availability (99.99%+), disaster recovery, multi-region deployments, and auto-scaling strategies. Skilled in capacity planning, cost optimization, and technical debt management.
Project Management
Leading cross-functional teams through complex technical initiatives. Certified in Agile/Scrum methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Track record of on-time, on-budget delivery.
Project Management
Leading technical projects from inception to delivery using Agile/Scrum methodologies. Expert in sprint planning, backlog management, and cross-functional team coordination. Proficient in Jira, Confluence, and project tracking tools. Skilled in stakeholder management, technical documentation, risk assessment, and change management. Track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards.
Current Top 6 Reads
Great CEOs Are Lazy
Jim Schleckser
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Relativity: The Special and General Theory
Albert Einstein
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The Four Agreements
Don Miguel Ruiz
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