Yogesh Raj

ad4mw6@r.postjobfree.com 949-***-**** Irvine, CA Yogesh Raj LinkedIn

Results-driven and multi-certified professional (AWS SA, RHCE, MSCE, CNE) specializing in AWS Cloud, Linux, VMWare, and Automation technologies. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust on-premises and cloud engineering solutions with a focus on systems infrastructure, performance monitoring, and security engineering. Adept at advanced automation, cost optimization, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Recognized for excelling in dynamic environments and fostering effective cross-functional collaboration. EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

● 8+ years of AWS cloud administrator experience with hands-on Linux background

● 5+ years of AWS cloud migration experience

● 4+ years of AWS services

o EC2, S3, EFS, EBS, SSM, System Manager, RDS, CloudWatch, VPC, WAF, S3 lifecycle management o CloudFront, CDN, Cloud Formation, Elastic Beanstalk, Route 53, CIDR, ECS, EKS o Terraform, Salt, Ansible, JSON, YAML, FSx, NetOPP

● 6+ years of AWS engineering solutions, billing monitoring and optimization

● 10+ years of Centos, RedHat, Amazon Linux, Kali Solaris, VMWare Engineering & administration

● 3+ Security Engineering, Patching Automation thru SSM, Ansible & Jenkins pipelines, Splunk, Crowdstrike, CheckMK, Grafana, Inspector, GuardDuty, SecurityHub, CloudChomp, AWS Config SKILLS AND COMPETENCE

● AWS Services (EC2, S3, Lambda, FSx, EFS, ECS etc) in multiple accounts

● Infrastructure as Code & Automation (Ansible, Terraform, Cloud Formation)

● DevOps Tools (Jenkins, Git, Docker)

● Networking (VPC, VPN, Direct Connect)

● Monitoring and Logging (CheckMK, AppD, Grafana,

CloudWatch, Cloudtrails, Flow Logs etc.)

● Database Management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, RDS)

● Load Balancing (ELB, ALB, NLB)

● Serverless Architecture (API Gateway, Lambda)

● Storage Administration (FSx, EFS, NetApps etc)

● Scripting (Python, Bash, JSON, YAML)

● High Availability and Disaster Recovery (Multi-AZ, Read Replicas, Backup and Restore)

● Splunk, Crowdstrike, CheckMK, CloudWatch

● IAM, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SIEM, SSE, KMS, Security Groups, NACLs, NAT, Gateways

● Analytical, Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking

● Troubleshooting, Debugging and Incident Resolution

● Cloud Infrastructure and Security Design, Implementation and Cost Optimization

● Patching, scanning, Re-spinning and DR Automation through Guard Duty, Security Hub, WAF, Inspector, SSM, Ansible, Salt

● Performance Monitoring and Optimization

● Cross-functional Team Collaboration

● Centos, Kali, Ubantu, RedHat Linux & Unix expertise

● New AWS Services, Technologies and Tools

Evaluation for Platform & Security

● Continuous Security and Platform Reliability

Improvement

● Resource Utilization Improvement

● Compliance Management with industry regulations

● Security Measures Risk analysis, vulnerability

scanning and mitigation

● Security Automation and Orchestration

● Incident response and monitoring

● Cyber threat intelligence and research

● Security event and log analysis

● Attention to Detail and Accuracy

● Communication and Interpersonal Skills

● Creativity and Innovation

● Flexibility and Adaptability

● Technical Aptitude and Knowledge

● Collaboration and Cross-Functional Coordination

● Customer Service and Support

● Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills

● Continuous Learning and Self-Improvement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Switchfly Denver, CO AWS Cloud System / Security Engineer (AWS/Linux/VMWare) OCT 2021 - JAN 2024

• Designed and deployed AWS-based solutions

• Optimized cloud infrastructure performance through continuous monitoring and troubleshooting

• Managed automation scripts for efficient cloud infrastructure

• Implemented and safeguarded cloud security infrastructure with robust measures

• Configured and maintained key AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, FSX, EFS, Route 53, Inspector, Guard Duty, AWS Config)

• Developed and maintained AWS applications, generating comprehensive documentation

• Collaborated for secure in-house application implementation

• Devised and maintained cost optimization strategies

• Monitored and analyzed security events, logs, and conducted assessments

• Upheld security policies, responded to alerts, and remediated vulnerabilities

• Proactively researched and recommended security solutions

• Developed and maintained security incident response plans

• Promoted secure coding practices in the development lifecycle

• Stayed updated on the latest security trends and technologies

• Engineered, administered, and maintained the AWS, CentOS and RedHat, Kali, Ubantu Linux infrastructure and applications

• Integrated monitoring and alerting tools within the SIEM & SSE framework (Splunk, Cloudstrike, Cloudwatch, CheckMK, Grafana)

Mechanical Creation Escondido, CA AWS Solution Engineer / Linux Administrator JAN 2019 - SEP 2021

• Executed periodic on-premise resources backup using various AWS services

• Championed multiple development, DevOps, release management, and architecture teams in ongoing AWS cloud migration, Network On-Prem & Cloud migration, NACL, SG, CIDR

• Orchestrated NetApps to Fsx Data migration, Lift & Shift Applications, Terraform & Ansible Git & Jenkins Salt automation

• Engineered, administered, and maintained the AWS, CentOS and RedHat Linux infrastructure and applications

• Tailored Splunk, CheckMK, Grafana, AppDynamics, and CloudWatch for optimal performance

• Spearheaded the establishment of IAM roles, policies, log monitoring, and resource lifecycle for CICD

• Streamlined the provision and de-provisioning of AWS accounts, OU & Account Optimization

• Innovated and implemented Amazon Workspaces & Micro Services

• Pioneered the establishment of metrics and vigilant monitoring of AWS PostgreSQL and RDS databases Verizon Irvine, CA Senior Member of Technical Staff (Cloud/Linux/VMWare/Unix/SAN) APR 1998 - DEC 2016

• Specialized in capacity planning, server configuration, purchases, implementation, patching, upgrading, and technical support within the Linux/UNIX Systems Planning & Engineering Department

• Consolidated and decommissioned systems, saving company resources. Orchestrated successful installation and deployments of mission-critical systems in private cloud and stand-alone environments, maintaining systems’ availability at 99.998% with minimal downtime

• Improved security posture, customer experience, and infrastructure maintainability through regular and automated patches and upgrades

• Proactively maintained and developed all Linux/Unix infrastructure technology for 24/7 uptime service

• Engineered Linux/Unix systems administration solutions for various projects and operations

• Upheld best practices for managing systems and services across all environments

• Conducted fault finding and analysis of logging information for reporting performance exceptions

• Proactively monitored system performance and engaged in capacity planning

• Managed, coordinated, and implemented software upgrades, patches, and hot fixes on servers, workstations, and network hardware

• Created and modified scripts or applications for task automation

• Provided input on ways to improve stability, security, efficiency, and scalability of the environment

• Collaborated with other teams and team members to develop automation strategies and deployment processes EDUCATION

Master of Computer Science

MS University of Baroda Baroda, India

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

● AWS Solution Arch, RedHat Linux, MCSE, CNE, Solaris System Admin, HP ASE, Lotus Notes, Novell Netware

● TeamQuest, Storage Admin, HP OpenView, SunFire, Proliant, Cloud Security RECOGNITION-AWARDS

● Switchfly IT Achievement Award – Outstanding Contributor for AWS Migrations 2023

● Outstanding Planning, Engineering and Executing Systems Consolidation Projects 2016

● Verizon IT Achievement Award – Outstanding Role to Develop Internal Cloud 2015

● Successful Planning, Designing, Configuring and Executing of the VxFS to ZFS Migration 2014

● Great Team Player and Customer Satisfaction 2013

● Great Mentor and Helper, Offshore Outstanding Coordination 2013

● Outstanding Performance and Lasting Contribution – Billing Convergence 2011

● Deployed NT Server Infrastructure for Oracle Rollout 2010

● Verizon IT Award – Outstanding Employee 2010

● Verizon Recognition and Appreciation 2009

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