Charting a New Path in Network Engineering
Chris Murray: Applied Curiosity
From mechanical systems to network infrastructure, I apply curiosity and disciplined problem solving to networking solutions.
A Journey of Transformation
From bicycle mechanics to network engineering, my career has been driven by curiosity and a love of problem solving. I’ve always been drawn to understanding how systems work, whether that’s designing and machining a custom tool to solve a niche problem or troubleshooting network connectivity. My self-taught approach and hands on experience have equipped me with a unique perspective. I see networks as infrastructure that needs to be built right, maintained well, and continuously improved.
My Projects
Speed Test Server
I set up a self-hosted speed test server using Open Speed Test to measure both LAN and WAN network speeds while gaining hands-on experience with hosting my own services.
Tools and Skills Used
- Open Speed Test
- Proxmox
- Nginx Proxy Manager
- Domain Name DNS Records
AWS Hosted DNS Server
Hosted a recursive DNS server with Unbound on AWS to learn DNS and cloud deployment.
Tools and Skills Used
- AWS Cloud Hosting
- Unbound DNS
Smart Ping
I developed SmartPing, a lightweight network latency monitor inspired by SmokePing, to explore network monitoring concepts and practice using agentic Ai tools for automation and software development.
Tools and Skills Used
- Agentic AI with self-hosted LLaMA and ChatGPT API
- Proxmox
- Docker
My Certifications
Cisco CCNA
System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services
Google Cybersecurity
Technical Skills and Expertise
Network Configuration
Ansible Automation
NetBox Implementation
Cloud Solutions with Nextcloud
AWS DNS Server Deployment
Website Development & Hosting
Custom DNS Solutions
Speed Test Server Setup
Network Security Practices
Linux System Administration
Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
Self-Hosting Techniques
Let's Connect!
Let’s work together! For inquiries or collaborations, please use these contact links to get in touch.