Infrastructure & Networking Technician

Kurtis Railton

Dedicated infrastructure and networking technician with hands-on experience deploying network equipment, troubleshooting wireless communication, and supporting enterprise-level systems. Working toward a Network Administrator / Infrastructure role focused on building scalable, secure technology environments.

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About

Proficient in network infrastructure management, remote system administration, and comprehensive systems monitoring using tools like SolarWinds and SSH. Demonstrated expertise in secure system design, network segmentation, and infrastructure deployment, backed by both professional engagements and independent projects.

Experience

System Technician I

Valley-Wide Health · La Junta, CO

February 2026 – Present

  • Delivered Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for enterprise systems, including workstations, VoIP phones, and network connectivity issues, enhancing response time and system uptime.
  • Diagnosed and resolved network-related challenges (connectivity, DNS, device communication) using established troubleshooting methodologies for efficient resolutions.
  • Provided remote support utilizing NinjaOne RMM and UltraVNC, reducing incident resolution time and improving user satisfaction.
  • Monitored infrastructure performance using SolarWinds, proactively identifying potential network and system issues, leading to timely interventions.
  • Managed Active Directory user provisioning and permission settings through ADUC, ensuring secure access to network resources while maintaining compliance with security protocols.

Founder / Developer

HuntersVlog · Pueblo, CO

June 2025 – Present

  • Designed and built a full-stack web platform (Flask) with secure networking via Cloudflare Tunnel, removing the need for open inbound ports.
  • Configured DNS, reverse proxy access, and secure traffic routing to protect backend infrastructure from unauthorized access.
  • Implemented security measures including rate limiting, CSRF protection, CAPTCHA, and HTTP security headers (CSP, HSTS) to reduce malicious traffic and prevent cross-site scripting.
  • Deployed and maintained a production environment on a virtualized Windows server for reliable uptime and service availability.

Network Operations Technician

Colorado State University Pueblo · Pueblo, CO

August 2021 – May 2025

  • Installed and configured over 30 network switches via SSH, executed firmware updates, and applied standardized configurations that improved network consistency campus-wide.
  • Managed replacement and maintenance of UPS systems supporting critical infrastructure, reducing the risk of power outages.
  • Used a spectrum analyzer and Wireshark to troubleshoot wireless access points, improving network reliability and reducing client connectivity issues.
  • Documented network infrastructure — rack layouts, Ethernet ports, and device inventory — in NetBox to support efficient troubleshooting and planning.
  • Collaborated on rack installations and infrastructure upgrades, completing projects two weeks ahead of schedule.

Skills

Networking & Infrastructure

  • Network Switch Configuration (SSH)
  • Firmware Updates
  • DNS & Connectivity Troubleshooting
  • Wireless Access Point Troubleshooting
  • Wireshark
  • Spectrum Analyzer
  • UPS Systems

Infrastructure & Systems

  • Active Directory (ADUC)
  • Windows Server Administration
  • Remote Support (NinjaOne RMM, UltraVNC)
  • VoIP Systems
  • NetBox Documentation

Tools & Technologies

  • SolarWinds
  • NetBox
  • Cloudflare Tunnel
  • Flask
  • Waitress WSGI

Security

  • Network Segmentation
  • Secure System Design
  • Rate Limiting
  • CSRF Protection
  • CAPTCHA
  • CSP / HSTS Headers

Certifications: CompTIA A+

Projects

HuntersVlog

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Founder / Developer · June 2025 – Present

A full-stack web platform built on Flask, deployed behind Cloudflare Tunnel so the backend has no open inbound ports. Hardened with CAPTCHA, rate limiting, and standard HTTP security headers, and run on a virtualized Windows server for reliable uptime.

Education

Bachelor in Computer Information Systems

Colorado State University Pueblo · Pueblo, CO

August 2021 – May 2025

GPA: 3.4 / 4.0

  • Colorado Cybersecurity Professional Scholarship
  • NSF Cybersecurity Stipend

Let's Connect

Open to Network Administrator and Infrastructure opportunities. Feel free to reach out.

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