Armel Jeubou

ad03za@r.postjobfree.com 267-***-**** Seguin, TX, 78155 LinkedIn

Linux/DevOps Engineer

Inventive IT professional with hands-on experience in DevOps and Linux system administration. Proficient in system maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and enhancing team productivity. Skilled in Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure with a proven track record in Jenkins automation and optimizing Kubernetes clusters. Dedicated to driving success in IT projects and fostering collaborative team environments. Expertise in continuous integration, continuous delivery (CI/CD), and continuous deployment pipeline methodologies to establish robust and reliable development workflows, resulting in faster software delivery and improved team collaboration.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes Automation/Deployment: Ansible, Bash scripting Version Control Systems: Git, Gitlab Continuous Integration: Jenkins IAM: PingFederate, Azure Active Directory, LastPass Platforms: Linux Centos 6&7, Ubuntu Web Server: LAMP stack Service Management Platform: ServiceNow

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Implemented Jenkins automation for CI/CD on Kubernetes, ensuring seamless code deployment and streamlined development.

Deployed and led a Rancher-based Kubernetes cluster, showcasing expertise in cloud infrastructure and container orchestration.

Established secure SAML SSO between SP and IDPs: Azure AD and PingFederate, utilizing identity management/integration skills.

Led Secure Sign-On certificate replacement, ensuring flawless transitions for all Service Providers in PROD and DEV clusters.

Conducted user profile clean-up in LastPass, resolving improper accounts and maintaining a well-organized user database.

Created high-performing Kubernetes cluster in Rancher, optimizing resource utilization and streamlining app deployment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Oak Ridge National Laboratory – USA

Linux System Administration 2019 to Present

Utilize certificate management tool to enroll certificates for Internet Web applications, ensuring secure/encrypted communication. Update SSL Certificates on both internal/external clusters, hosting critical Identity Provider service, PingFederate, enhancing overall security posture. Create robust bash shell script on Ubuntu VM, streamlining various processes and saving valuable time/resources.

Key Contributions:

Upgraded VMs' Operating System, enhancing performance and ensuring compatibility with latest security patches.

Configured seamless SAML connection in Azure AD and Pingfederate for secure authentication.

Strengthened security by updating Master Passwords in LastPass for existing users.

Boosted productivity with LastPass Postman Enterprise API installation and configuration.

Implemented robust OAuth2 authentication in Azure AD and PingFederate for client applications.

DevOps Integration Engineer 2019 to Present

Upgraded Docker packages and container packages on Kubernetes nodes, enhancing system performance and security. Added crucial images to project namespace in Harbor, facilitating streamlined container deployment and version control. Integrated and deployed WordPress site to production environment by merging Dev branch with main branch, ensuring smooth/error-free launch.

Key Contributions:

Spearheaded the retirement process of an app, focused on streamlining resources and improving system efficiency.

Resolved critical issues by removing and recreating a node, maintaining high availability in the system.

Enhanced communication between services by integrating apps into network namespace securely.

Authored comprehensive documentation for smooth Kubernetes cluster node upgrades.

Contributed to maintaining high standards in infrastructure management and DevOps practices.

Military Service

Fort Bragg (2017 – 2018) Caserma Ederle, Italy (2014 – 2017) 2014 – 2018

Managed clerical duties at the Supply Support Area (SSA) to ensure smooth operations for multiple companies. Oversaw timely procurement and distribution of military equipment to support various missions, contributing to mission success. Acted as a French Translator for the US Army during NATO exercises in Germany, facilitating seamless communication between multinational forces.

Key Contributions:

Ensured accurate inventory control, minimizing discrepancies, and maintaining a constant state of readiness for military assets.

Demonstrated excellent language skills/cultural awareness, aiding in enhancing intercultural cooperation and understanding.

Instilled a strong sense of discipline and camaraderie, fostering a cohesive and motivated team environment.

Processed an impressive daily average of 1000 military items at the SSA with exceptional organization.

Trained and mentored five soldiers for peak mission performance; soldiers effectively contributed to mission objectives.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Azure Administrator Associate, September 2023

PingFederate, March 2022

DevOps Certificate, October 2021

Fayetteville Technical Community College, Fayetteville, NC Graduation, Fall 2020

(Associate in Engineering)

Basic Leader Course (BLC), February 2018

Global Combat Support System (GCSS-ARMY), 2015

Airborne Certificate, 2015

Advanced Individual Training Certificate, 2015

Basic Training Certificate, 2014

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