LUQ JINADU, CERTIFIED ENTERPRISE CLOUD ARCHITECT & SALES PROFESSIONAL

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Cloud Architect 2X Certified AWS Cloud Professional Digital Transformation Leadership Strategy

Senior Enterprise Architect with extensive experience in driving digital transformation and spearheading cloud strategies. Recognized for delivering innovative enterprise solutions by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders. Expertise in end-to-end program design, cloud architecture development, and system optimization. Strong communicator with a proven track record in problem-solving and team leadership, consistently achieving organizational goals and ensuring alignment with global technology standards. Dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and maximizing business value through state-of-the-art architectural strategies.

WORK EXPERIENCE

ASSOCIATE CLOUD ARCHITECT

GO CLOUDS CAREER June 2023 – Present Remote, US.

Architect and deploy scalable and robust cloud solutions for a diverse range of high-impact projects.

Ensure 99.999% system uptime and availability across various architectures.

Develop and execute comprehensive multi-cloud migration strategies, particularly for critical applications like Electronic Health Records and Computerized Provider Order Entry systems.

Engage and present to senior leadership, articulating the nuances between cloud-based and on-premises environments.

Advocate for and ensure the seamless adoption of digital transformation strategies across departments.

Lead cross-functional cloud teams, fostering collaboration and facilitating proof-of-concept initiatives.

Demonstrate hands-on experience with leading cloud service providers, notably AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Design cloud infrastructures adhering to rigorous compliance standards, including NIST, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.

Continually monitor and stay updated with the latest trends in cloud technologies.

Champion investment decisions across technology, data, and resources to ensure maximum ROI.

Benchmark and assess current systems to highlight areas for architectural enhancements and optimizations.

Serve as the primary technical expert in client-facing engagements, ensuring alignment with client needs.

Lead the creation of compelling Proof of Concepts, Requests for Proposals, and conduct thorough ROI assessments.

Architect and deploy a 3-tier, high-availability e-commerce platform utilizing tools like AWS EC2, S3, RDS, and DynamoDB.

Measurable Objectives:

Achieve a 20% increase in system efficiency through cloud architecture optimizations within the first year.

Drive a minimum of 10 successful high-impact project deployments annually.

Foster a 15% uptick in stakeholder satisfaction by enhancing cloud communication strategies.

PRESALE SOLUTION ARCHITECT

TOA USA June 2021 – May 2023 Indianapolis, IN.

Lead the creation and oversight of high and low-level design strategies, ensuring alignment with overall consulting and project goals.

Direct and achieve at least 10 annual architectural assessments, presentations, and proof-of-concepts (POCs).

Ensure full adoption of the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architecture Framework (WAF) in designing solutions that meet strict customer requirements, SLAs, and regulatory standards.

Cultivate and maintain robust technical relationships with customers, third-party entities, and partners throughout the entire lifecycle from pre-sales to delivery.

Spearhead migration projects from on-prem to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and OpenStack. Aim for a minimum of 3 successful migrations annually.

Regularly review, advise, and report on application architecture's resilience, security vulnerabilities, and recovery capabilities. Ensure 99.99% uptime for all critical business processes.

Lead the design and deployment of enterprise solutions such as VMware ESXI, Kubernetes, Docker, NFS, and Active Directory. Aim for a 20% improvement in infrastructure efficiency annually.

Drive the deployment of LAMP stack-based applications, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.

Champion the creation of private on-premises clouds using OpenStack and hybrid AWS/Azure environments to achieve maximum availability and fault tolerance.

Ensure that all technological solutions are in line with current and forecasted business needs, emphasizing reliability and scalability.

Oversee AWS S3 and AWS Lake Formation deployments to establish a unified data lake, targeting a 15% increase in data ingestion speed year-over-year.

Design and continuously update IT and business resiliency policies covering data protection, enterprise resilience, and cyber backup and recovery. Aim for a 30% reduction in security vulnerabilities annually.

Architect and implement remote access solutions, focusing on VPN concentrators, ensuring 99.95% uptime and accessibility.

AWS CLOUD ENGINEER

Frontier/BMO Communication December 2019 – May 2021 Sylvania, OH.

Oversee, monitor, and update AWS cloud services, notably EC2, S3, and RDS, ensuring optimized backups, patches, and scaling. Target 99.99% uptime for all managed services.

Engineer and refine CI/CD pipelines, focusing on AWS infrastructure design and automation. Strive for a 20% improvement in deployment efficiency annually.

Design auto-scaling groups to manage server resources dynamically. Implement SNS-driven notifications for all cloud activities, achieving a 95% timely alert rate.

Curate IAM roles, users, and groups, enforcing least-privilege principles. Target zero security breaches related to IAM misconfigurations.

Develop and deploy cloud infrastructure using CloudFormation templates in JSON, ensuring a 25% faster provisioning time year-over-year.

Showcase deep expertise across AWS offerings like EC2, S3, VPC, ELB, and more. Ensure at least two certifications are maintained/upgraded annually.

Efficiently set up Linux environments across both public and private domains, ensuring a 99.95% availability rate.

Master building and managing containers, microservices, and serverless environments on AWS, emphasizing cost-effectiveness, performance, and security. Reduce cloud costs by at least 10% while maintaining performance metrics.

Lead cloud security initiatives using IAM, AWS Config, Security Hub, and more. Aim for a 30% year-over-year reduction in security vulnerabilities or threats.

Oversee advanced network setups, including VPC peering, NAT Gateways, and Site-to-Site VPNs. Strive for 99.9% network uptime.

Key Technologies:

Linux, Docker, AWS Fargate, ECS, Kubernetes, RedShift, S3, AWS Athena, AWS Glue, AWS LightSail, JavaScript, Node.js. Aim to integrate at least two new technologies or tools into the workflow annually.

AGILE COACH / SCRUM LEAD

Walmart Supercenter July 2018 – August 2019 Valley Stream, NY.

Coach Agile teams, driving a minimum of 15% increase in throughput using strategies such as swarming and paired programming.

Foster a balanced work environment, aiming for a minimum 20% improvement in team motivation, product quality, and reducing burnout rates annually.

Implement strategies to boost employee retention rates, targeting at least an 18% improvement year-over-year.

Shield Agile teams from potential distractions, ensuring 100% adherence to sprint commitments.

Create a conducive environment that boosts team performance, ensuring consistent delivery of at least 95% of agreed upon increments to clients.

Conduct regular training and mentoring sessions on Scrum and Agile best practices, aiming for a 25% reduction in lead times year-over-year.

Guide teams and Product Owners in crafting user-focused User Stories, striving for a 35% improvement in team alignment to product vision.

Develop and nurture multiple high-performing Agile teams.

Advise teams on maximizing the benefits of self-organization, aiming to fill at least 90% of skill gaps in the Agile/Scrum frameworks annually.

Measurable Objectives:

Conduct quarterly reviews to track improvements in throughput, product quality, and team morale.

Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of implemented Agile strategies, ensuring continuous enhancement in team performance and product delivery.

Regularly engage with stakeholders to gather feedback, aiming for a 20% increase in stakeholder satisfaction year-over-year.

PROJECT MANAGER /SCRUM MASTER

Santander Bank December 2016 – May 2018 New York, NY.

Steer cross-functional product teams, consisting of up to 10 members, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software that contributes to revenue growth; target a minimum of $12M in revenue annually.

Strategize and implement approaches to achieve at least a 15% year-on-year revenue growth.

Boost the efficiency and predictability of agile engineering teams, targeting a 50% improvement through enhanced collaboration and optimal utilization of team capacity and velocity.

Spearhead Scrum teams, emphasizing project organization using tools like JIRA and Confluence.

Foster relationships with engineering, product, and business leaders, striving for a 20% improvement in cross-team communication annually.

Work closely with Product Owners to refine the Definition of Ready (DoR) and establish strong criteria for the Definition of Done (DoD), aiming for a 55% boost in team velocity year-over-year.

Oversee both internal and external communications, promoting transparency and ensuring all stakeholders are well-informed.

Track and communicate team velocity and progress for sprints/releases, targeting 100% accuracy in reporting.

Collaborate with the product owner for effective backlog grooming. Ensure backlogs remain prioritized and stories that meet acceptance criteria, aiming for a 20% reduction in delivery times and enhancing customer satisfaction metrics.

Measurable Objectives:

Conduct monthly reviews to assess revenue growth, team efficiency, and software quality.

Regularly gather feedback from stakeholders, targeting a minimum of 90% satisfaction rate in terms of team's deliverables and communication.

Champion the continuous enhancement of the team's agile practices, aiming for a 10% yearly improvement in overall efficiency.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGER: RETAIL/SALES BANKING GROUP

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC October 2006 – September 2016 Lagos, Nigeria.

Drive initiatives to establish new banking relationships, with a goal of increasing the bank's retail presence by at least 20% year-on-year.

Cultivate partnerships with key government agencies and major private multinationals, aiming to add at least two significant partnerships annually. Notable partnerships include ExxonMobil.

Negotiate and establish multiple verticals to bolster the bank's standing, targeting a 10% growth in loan disbursements, account openings, and a 15% reduction in customer churn rate annually.

Oversee and grow the bank's balance sheet, targeting $300M with a customer base expansion of at least 5% year-on-year, contributing to an annual income growth of at least $90M.

Contribute to the enhancement of retail offerings, including rate reviews and structuring customer assets. Aim to launch or revamp at least two products or services annually, ensuring streamlined working conditions and efficient performance management.

Engage with various departments in a consulting capacity, assisting line managers by offering insights and strategies for a 15% improvement in retail business efficiency year-on-year.

Champion branch-saving initiatives, focusing on optimizing the branch balance sheet for peak efficiency.

Oversee personal banking for high-net-worth individuals, targeting a portfolio turnover of over $550M annually.

Lead initiatives to recover defaulted loans, aiming for a recovery of at least $40M annually.

Plan and conduct weekly and monthly performance review sessions, aiming to improve branch and group performance metrics by at least 10% year-on-year.

Measurable Objectives:

Conduct quarterly reviews to assess growth in banking relationships, operational efficiency, and revenue targets.

Regularly engage with stakeholders, aiming for a 95% satisfaction rate regarding retail offerings and relationship management services.

Advocate for the continuous enhancement of retail banking best practices and customer service standards.

EDUCATION

Laboure College - Boston, MA

University of Lagos- Lagos, Nigeria.

Scaled Agile Framework Enterprise 5.1 Certified Scrum Master

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner CLF-C01.

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certification SAA-C03.

SKILLS

Cloud Platforms: Expertise in AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and other leading cloud providers.

Data Modeling & Integration: Proficient in developing data architectures and integrating disparate systems.

Software Development: Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.

Security & Compliance: Comprehensive knowledge of security protocols and frameworks like NIST, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.

Business Acumen: Ability to align IT strategies with business objectives, ensuring optimal ROI.

Digital Transformation: Proven experience in guiding businesses through digital transformation initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement: Expertise in engaging and influencing high-level stakeholders, ensuring alignment with enterprise architectural standards.

Technology Trend Analysis: Staying current with emerging technologies and being able to strategically incorporate them into the enterprise architecture.

Performance Optimization: Ability to optimize systems for maximum speed, scalability, and resilience.

Project Management: Strong project management and organizational skills with the capability to manage multiple complex projects.

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the capability to clearly articulate decisions and the reasons behind them.

Strategic Visioning: Mastery in crafting and implementing enterprise-wide technological strategies.

Agile & DevOps Leadership: Proficiency in Agile methodologies, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), with tools such as Jenkins and Ansible.

IaaS and Infrastructure Management: Expertise in Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) using platforms like OpenStack and Terraform. Knowledgeable in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and ensuring High Availability (HA).

Security Protocols: Comprehensive understanding of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Firewalls, and overall Cloud Security.

Data Management: Proficiency in Application and Data Migrations, with experience in Data Lakes.

Networking & IAM: Mastery in Networking, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Cloud Computing principles.

Sales & Pre-sales: Proficiency in Pre-sales activities, with knowledge of TOGAF frameworks and principles.

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