Automox Insiders – Ted Harapat, Tales of the Linux Firefighter, E03

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In this episode of IT Insiders, host Maddie Regis sits down with Ted Harapat, Senior Systems Engineer at Automox, for a candid and compelling look into the world of Linux, cybersecurity, and the origins of IT careers.

Ted shares how a midnight knock on his window sparked a decades-long journey into IT, what it’s like to support and expand Automox’s Linux agent, and why Linux isn't as intimidating as it seems.

🔥 Highlights:

• How Ted got into IT thanks to a surprise 1 a.m. “interview”
• Behind the scenes of supporting 2x Linux distributions at Automox
• Ted’s dual life as an IT expert and volunteer firefighter
• Why exploring config files is the best way to learn Linux

Whether you're a sysadmin, Linux enthusiast, or just here for the pirate jokes, this episode is packed with insights and fun. Don’t miss it!

This episode originally aired March 15, 2024