[Jobs] Experienced Linux sysadmin, systems analyst, and programmer available

[Brian Lowe]

I'm in the market for some paying work. I'm an experienced Linux sysadmin, systems analyst, 
and programmer.

Two years ago I was laid off when the product I was supporting came to its end of life. Having a 
decent pool of savings and a very modest lifestyle, I opted to take a year off to pursue some 
side projects I'd always wanted work on. The plan at the time was to start a small business 
supplying I/T and related services to households, with the hope of getting part-time support 
contracts for small businesses that didn't need a full-time I/T person.

Then the pandemic hit with its attendant restrictions. For me, going around from one household 
to another supplying services didn't seem like a great idea, and it's been impossible for several 
months now. Until I can get vaccinated (which may not happen for several months) I'd much 
prefer to remain at home.

I don't need a huge amount of money to live on. But I do need some for the next five years until I 
can permanently retire and start collecting pensions.

My business plans are still stalled. In lieu of that, I'm casting about for short term work. My 
ideal position would be half-time; after two years of semi-retirement I'd much prefer not to 
return to full-time employment. Contract work would be great.

One thing I'd like to try is systems integration, taking two disparate systems and getting them 
talking to each other efficiently. I also enjoy writing, so I can help with documentation or web 
site content.

I've been thinking of checking out various "programmer for hire" web sites, but I have 
reservations. One is I believe the people asking for work seriously underestimate the amount of 
time and effort, and thus the payment, required to get a job done. The other is I don't know 
what safeguards are in place to ensure I get paid.

If anyone out there has leads, suggestions, or would like consider employing me, I'd love to 
hear from you.

Brian
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