Cloud Engineer It Operations

Aniekan Essiet

Cloud Engineer

Email: *********@*****.*** Phone: 240-***-****

Silver Spring, MD 20904

Objective

Innovative and solutions-oriented Cloud Engineer with a strong focus on AWS services, eager to contribute deep technical expertise in system design, implementation, and optimization to enhance operational efficiencies and system performance.

Professional Experience and Skills Summary:

Over 9 years of comprehensive experience in:

oLinux Systems Administration

oSoftware and hardware configuration

oEnterprise IT operations

oData Center Virtualization Technologies

oApplication Security Management

oUser Administration and Role-Based Access Control

oBash scripting

Proven expertise with:

o9+ years in Linux networking and patch management

o6+ years managing AWS Cloud resources

o6+ years working with Docker

o3+ years using Kubernetes and Terraform for infrastructure management

Professional Experience Breakdown:

Cloud Engineer

Essex Management – June 2020 – Present

Implemented a CI/CD pipeline with Travis-CI, enhancing scalability and deployment efficiency across AWS resources.

Managed AWS CodePipeline, integrating CodeCommit, CodeBuild, and CodeDeploy for seamless code testing and deployment across EC2, Lambda, and Elastic Beanstalk.

Secured sensitive data using AWS Parameter Store, facilitating controlled access to cloud resources.

Configured Amazon CloudWatch Synthetic Canaries to monitor customer experience and service availability, gaining valuable insights.

Activated AWS GuardDuty for continuous security monitoring and compliance within the cloud environment.

Utilized AWS CloudFront, integrated with Amazon S3, for efficient content delivery and static file storage.

Employed AWS Config and AWS Inspector to maintain rigorous system and resource compliance standards.

Deployed AWS Macie to protect against PII exposure and monitor activities on AWS S3, enhancing data security.

Configured load balancers and auto-scaling within both public and private subnets to improve system elasticity and high availability.

Managed AWS storage solutions including EBS, S3, and EFS to optimize data storage and retrieval.

Established stringent IAM permissions, rules, and policies to control and secure access to AWS resources.

Proficiently managed AWS resources using AWS CLI, enhancing operational command and control.

Implemented AWS WAF rules to restrict application access based on region and IP address, bolstering security.

Managed AWS database services such as DynamoDB and Aurora to support scalable data solutions.

Set up Amazon ECS with auto-scaling, boosting service availability and reliability.

Configured Okta for Single Sign-On (SSO), enhancing user access management across various applications.

Hosted and managed applications in Docker containers using Docker Compose to improve deployment flexibility and scalability.

Deployed applications via AWS API Gateway and Lambda, employing CloudFormation for infrastructure as code (IaC) practices.

Utilized multi-cloud resources (Amazon and Google Cloud) to deploy infrastructure supporting micro-services with Terraform.

Managed Kubernetes clusters on Amazon Cloud, optimizing application deployment and operational efficiency.

Integrated GitHub Actions to enhance CI/CD processes, streamlining software delivery.

Led troubleshooting for AWS service issues, ensuring minimal downtime and SLA compliance.

Oversaw a suite of AWS services, collaborating with teams to meet project deliverables and maintain system availability.

Developed advanced scripts to automate system administration and monitoring, reducing manual workload by 30%.

Analyzed system monitoring data to provide insights and recommendations for infrastructure improvements.

Collaborated with infrastructure engineers and architects on AWS design and architecture, enhancing Proof of Concept (PoC) development.

Engaged in cross-functional collaborations to resolve complex technological issues and foster innovative solution adoption.

Produced comprehensive operational documentation, such as white papers and proposals, to guide project planning and implementation.

Cloud Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton/ ARL – December 2018 – June 2020

Implemented a CI/CD pipeline with Travis-CI, seamlessly integrated with AWS resources, enhancing deployment efficiency.

Managed AWS Parameter Store for secure credential management across services.

Activated AWS GuardDuty to ensure compliance with cloud security protocols and best practices.

Used AWS Config and Inspector to maintain stringent system configurations and resource standards.

Deployed AWS Macie to protect against exposure of personally identifiable information (PII) and to monitor S3 data storage activities.

Configured load balancers and autoscaling to improve system elasticity and reliability.

Managed cloud storage solutions including Amazon EBS and S3, optimizing for enhanced security and accessibility.

Enforced IAM policies to secure and regulate resource access.

Gained proficiency in AWS CLI and Amazon ECS to enhance cloud resource management.

Administered GitLab, including upgrades and integration with Docker Container Registry for efficient container management.

Designed AWS Lambda functions for automated scheduling and real-time notifications via Amazon SNS.

Utilized AWS CloudWatch for detailed monitoring of system performance, tracking key metrics like disk usage and CPU utilization.

Led deployments using Docker Compose to ensure scalability and operational isolation.

Managed Jenkins to support advanced continuous integration and deployment processes.

Performed routine system maintenance to ensure integrity and performance of GitLab applications and AWS EC2 host machines.

Implemented Amazon AWS Single Sign-On (SSO) to streamline access across AWS services and related applications.

Maintained diverse Linux/Unix environments, ensuring stability and security.

Led the migration of GitLab from AWS to on-premises VM, coordinating planning and execution with stakeholders.

Optimized cloud infrastructure to align with business objectives and improve system efficiency.

Spearheaded the integration of proactive cloud monitoring solutions to manage system health.

Crafted robust backup strategies and disaster recovery solutions, safeguarding critical data across platforms.

Linux/AWS System Administrator

Navstar/FinCEN -April 2018 – Dec. 2018

Installed, configured, and patched RHEL 6 & 7 servers across virtual and physical platforms, ensuring optimal system performance.

Oversaw continuous monitoring and maintenance of Unix/Linux systems, including RHEL, SUSE, and Solaris, to uphold system integrity and efficiency.

Managed the installation and maintenance of essential research software such as DOORS-NG, Gforge, Atlassian Bamboo, Fisheye, and Jira on RHEL servers, facilitating advanced scientific research.

Executed comprehensive backup strategies using tape drives and HDDs to secure critical data and ensure disaster recovery readiness.

Administered user management via Active Directory, BMC FootPrints, and LDAP, implementing robust access controls and security measures.

Automated system configurations using tools like cfengine, enhancing operational accuracy and efficiency.

Developed Bash shell scripts to automate processes, significantly improving workflow and system management.

Utilized Splunk and Nagios for advanced system performance monitoring, proactively addressing and mitigating potential system issues.

Implemented VMware vSphere for efficient virtualization management, optimizing resource allocation and simplifying infrastructure operations.

Integrated AWS solutions to scale infrastructure and enhance system reliability, aligning with strategic cloud initiatives.

Linux System Administrator

The Johns Hopkins University - Applied Physics Lab May 2015 – April 2018

Performed installations, configurations, and routine patching of RHEL 6 & 7 servers across both virtual and physical environments.

Monitored and maintained Unix/Linux systems, including RHEL 6 & 7, SUSE, and Solaris, ensuring optimal performance and system integrity.

Installed and maintained critical research software, including DOORS-NG, gforge, Atlassian Bamboo, fisheye, and Jira on RHEL 6 & 7 servers, supporting scientific research activities.

Conducted data backups using tape drives and external Hard Disk Drives (HDD) to ensure data integrity and recoverability.

Managed user accounts and access controls using Active Directory, BMC FootPrints, and LDAP, enhancing system security and user management.

Utilized cfengine among other configuration management tools to automate system configurations, increasing efficiency and reducing human error.

Developed and executed Bash shell scripts to automate various processes, streamlining operations and enhancing system functionality.

Monitored system performance using advanced tools such as Splunk and Nagios, identifying and addressing potential issues proactively.

Implemented virtualization solutions using VMware’s vSphere Web Client, optimizing resource utilization and simplifying infrastructure management.

Leveraged AWS cloud services to enhance infrastructure scalability and reliability, aligning with organizational cloud adoption strategies.

Provided high-level technical support, addressing and resolving numerous tickets per month, focusing on software and hardware issues.

Implemented customer feedback mechanisms that improved the product development lifecycle and significantly boosted customer satisfaction ratings

Education:

Master of Information Systems with a Concentration in Information Security Management

Strayer University, Takoma Park, Washington DC

Certifications:

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate View Credential

AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate View Credential

Google Cloud Certified Cloud Digital Leader View Credential

2016 - 2018

Technical Skills

Platforms: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), VMware, RedHat

Tools: GitHub Actions, Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Travis CI, CloudFormation, Puppet

Programming Languages: Python, Bash

Monitoring Tools: AWS CloudWatch, Datadog, Splunk

References:

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