Joe Cota - Sysadmin Portfolio

A professional portfolio website showcasing 20 years of experience in Systems Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

🚀 Features

• Professional Profile: Complete bio with 20 years of experience, profile photo, and downloadable resume
• Core Skills: 8 categorized skill areas including Systems Administration, Cloud Platforms, Security, Networking
• Work Experience: 6 detailed positions with quantifiable achievements and metrics
• Education & Certifications: Microsoft Azure Administrator, CompTIA SecurityX (CASP+)
• Projects Showcase: 4 comprehensive projects with documentation:
  • Enterprise Network Infrastructure Design (with network diagram)
  • Internal Network Vulnerability Assessment (with security report)
  • Zero Trust Security Implementation (multi-cloud architecture)
  • Microsoft 365 Enterprise Migration (70+ users, 3 tenants)

🛠️ Tech Stack

Frontend

• React 19
• React Router
• Tailwind CSS
• shadcn/ui components
• Lucide React icons

Backend

• FastAPI (Python)
• MongoDB with Motor (async driver)
• Pydantic for data validation

📦 Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js 16+ and Yarn
• Python 3.8+
• MongoDB

Frontend Setup

cd frontend
yarn install
yarn start

Backend Setup

cd backend
pip install -r requirements.txt
python server.py

🌐 Environment Variables

Frontend (.env)

REACT_APP_BACKEND_URL=your_backend_url
WDS_SOCKET_PORT=443
ENABLE_HEALTH_CHECK=false

Backend (.env)

MONGO_URL=your_mongodb_connection_string
DB_NAME=your_database_name

📁 Project Structure

├── frontend/
│   ├── src/
│   │   ├── components/ui/    # shadcn/ui components
│   │   ├── data/             # Mock data and content
│   │   ├── pages/            # Page components
│   │   ├── hooks/            # Custom React hooks
│   │   └── lib/              # Utility functions
│   ├── public/
│   └── package.json
├── backend/
│   ├── server.py             # FastAPI application
│   └── requirements.txt
└── README.md

🎨 Design Features

• Modern dark theme with cyan accents
• IBM Plex Sans typography
• Smooth scrolling navigation
• Responsive design for all devices
• Professional color scheme for technical portfolios

📄 Key Content

Skills Categories

1. Systems Administration (Windows Server, Active Directory, PowerShell)
2. Cloud Platforms (Microsoft Azure, M365, Hybrid Cloud)
3. Compliance & Risk (RMF, NIST, DISA STIGs, ISO standards)
4. Networking & Security (FortiGate, VLANs, VPN, Zero Trust)
5. Virtualization & Backup (VMware, Hyper-V, Veeam)
6. Scripting & Automation (PowerShell, Git, Docker)
7. MSP Operations (Kaseya, ConnectWise, NinjaOne, Datto)
8. Pentesting & Security (Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Qualys)

Featured Projects

• Network Infrastructure: 5,000+ endpoints, 20+ subnets, multi-ISP redundancy
• Vulnerability Assessment: Comprehensive security analysis with remediation roadmap
• Zero Trust: Multi-cloud architecture with Istio, OPA, federated identity
• M365 Migration: 70+ users, 3 tenants, Exchange 2010→2019 upgrade path

🔗 Links

• GitHub: github.com/j-cota
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/Jocota
• Email: jcota@outlook.com
• Phone: 323-810-2988

📝 License

© 2025 Joe Cota. All rights reserved.

🚀 Deployment

This portfolio can be deployed to:

• Vercel (Frontend)
• Heroku (Backend)
• AWS/Azure/GCP
• Any hosting service supporting React and FastAPI

🤝 Contact

Joe Cota
Cloud & Infrastructure Engineer | Cybersecurity-Focused IT Professional

Seeking full-time remote or hybrid roles in Los Angeles or San Bernardino areas.

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Built with React, FastAPI, and modern web technologies.