DevOps Engineer, CiCd, Jenkins

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

The professional in question is a seasoned Sr. DevOps Engineer with a robust background in IT services and IT consulting. With a comprehensive skill set that includes Agile Methodologies, Software Configuration Management, and Deployment Engineering, they have demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing effective software deployment strategies. Their experience extends to teaching and mentoring on SCM practices, as well as utilizing a variety of tools and processes for Build Automation, Deployment Automation, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, and Cloud Automation. Their career has been marked by a focus on process improvement, requirements analysis, and the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), underpinned by a strong foundation in databases, integration, and Unix-based systems. Holding a bachelor’s degree in computer science from DeVry University, this professional is likely to be interested in senior-level positions that leverage their extensive experience in enterprise architecture and business process improvement. Potential job titles that would align with their skill set and experience include Senior DevOps Engineer, SCM Lead, Deployment Automation Architect, or IT Process Improvement Consultant. They would be a valuable asset to industries that prioritize robust IT infrastructure and software development processes, such as technology consulting firms, software development companies, or large enterprises with complex IT needs. Their seniority level and diverse skill set position them well for roles that require both technical proficiency and leadership in the realm of DevOps and IT operations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Millennium Software, Inc., Southfield, MI (Remote) 8/2024 – 5/2025

Systems Engineering Consultant/Expert - Contracted to FORD Motor Company

Led the onboarding of users to GitHub and JFrog Artifactory and provided ongoing training and support to internal and external software teams, including release managers from 47 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) development teams.

Maintained and supported complex ECU Software Release Packaging (SRP) and Vehicle Release Packaging (VRP) Jenkins pipelines, including troubleshooting pipeline failures.

Designed and implemented automation scripts to bundle to 47 ECU SRPs into customized VRPs based on Requesting Entity (RE) requirements, leveraging Docker containers on Ubuntu.

Developed GitHub repositories to store VRP input filters and output audit logs, linking versions with timestamp-based labels for traceability and version comparison.

Created tools to analyze and compare packaging results across runs and REs.

Built Atlassian Analytics dashboards to visualize Jira metrics for performance tracking, bottleneck identification, and failure rate analysis across teams and processes.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: GitHub, Jfrog/Artifactory, Jenkins, Docker, Jira, Confluence and Microsoft Office suite.

Apex Systems, Inc., Glen Allen, VA (Remote) 8/2021 – 5/2023

DevOps Engineer - Contracted to Lumen Technologies

Led the development and implementation of CI/CD Jenkins pipelines, GitHub branching strategies, and DevOps processes for plugin development supporting Lumen’s Morpheus-based cloud orchestration product on the edge.

Managed Morpheus version upgrades and role-based access control across all test and production environments.

Automated deployment of role permission updates via custom Bash and Awk scripts integrated into Jenkins pipelines, ensuring SOC compliance.

Created and maintained Jenkins pipeline files, managed secure access and tokens, and supported onboarding of engineers to GitHub, SonarQube, Nexus, Jenkins, Docker, and related DevOps tools.

Conducted internal training on CI/CD practices, GitHub standards, and tooling through custom-developed documentation and presentations.

Contributed to cross-functional deployments across AWS, GCP, and Azure, provisioning infrastructure and deploying application servers and plugins within a distributed team environment.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: shell, Bash, AWK, JIRA, GitHub, SonarQube, Nexus, Jenkins, Docker, AWS, GCP, Azure and Microsoft Office suite..

Concept Solutions, Inc., Reston, VA (Remote) 3/2021 – 6/2021

Release Engineer / DevOps Specialist – FAA Project

Supported secure software deployments for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) applications in a highly regulated, air-gapped AWS cloud environment, ensuring compliance with CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standards.

Maintained and verified deployment checklists across multiple test and production environments.

Administered the organization’s GitLab instance and managed Jenkins pipelines for continuously building, packaging, and deploying FAA systems.

Researched and developed a migration roadmap for transitioning from the FFA’s existing Jenkins CI/CD pipeline processes to the GitLab CI/CD pipeline processes.

Utilized Pulse Secure for secure cloud access, and worked extensively with GitLab, Jenkins, JIRA, Docker, and Ansible as part of a geographically distributed release engineering team.

Held a Public Trust security clearance.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: AWS, GitLab, Jenkins, JIRA, Docker, Ansible, Pulse Secure and Microsoft Office suite.

Smarsh, Inc., Portland, OR (Remote) 9/2017 – 7/2020

Deployment Engineer/DevOps

Led the deployment and configuration of enterprise application software and infrastructure across global on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure), ensuring consistency and compliance with industry standards.

Developed and maintained automated CI/CD pipelines using Concourse, Jenkins, and BOSH for deploying applications via Pivotal Cloud Foundry.

Created and managed Terraform configurations, load balancers, and cloud resources.

Utilized tools such as Puppet, Artifactory/JFrog, Docker, Vault, SonarQube, and DataDog to support full lifecycle deployments.

Authored and maintained comprehensive SOPs, deployment checklists, and process documentation to ensure repeatable, auditable deployments.

Developed automation scripts in Bash, Python, AWK, and Ruby to streamline environment setup, application rollouts, and system operations.

Collaborated with globally distributed teams and accessed diverse customer environments using VPN solutions like MotionPro Plus, OpenVPN, FortiClient, and GlobalProtect.

Deployed, managed, upgraded, maintained and monitored Elasticsearch. I.E. scaling clusters, nodes, shards; creating/maintaining node replicas; assigning node types master node(s), data node(s), coordinator node, ingest node each cluster.

Deployed, managed, upgraded, maintained, monitored and used Logstash to set up and maintain data pipelines to multiple data sources to provide a constant flow of incoming data.

Deployed, managed, upgraded, maintained and monitored ZooKeeper. I.E. set up monitoring with DataDog and created multiple DataDog dashboards, alerts and reports.

Set up logging through Log4 with automatic purging of old snapshots and transaction logs. Set up log size monitoring and log rotation using logrotate.

Delivered secure and compliant deployments for clients in financial, banking, and FEDRAMP regulated sectors.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: AWS, Azure, Terraform, Groovy, Python, AWK, Ruby, Gradle, IntelliJ, JIRA, Confluence, ServiceNow, ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kafka, ZooKeeper, Log4, Logrotate, Concourse, Jenkins, BOSH, Pivotal Cloud Foundry, Puppet, Artifactory/JFrog, Docker, Vault, SonarQube, DataDog, MotionPro Plus, OpenVPN, FortiClient, and GlobalProtect, Postman and Microsoft Office suite.

Manhattan Associates, Inc., Atlanta, GA 5/2011 – 5/2017

Software Configuration Management Engineer/SCM Tools Administrator/DevOps/Senior Business Analyst

Managed administration and support for a wide range of software configuration and development tools including ClearCase, ClearQuest, Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, StarTeam, TFS, SourceTree, and TortoiseGit across global development portfolios.

Led analysis and restructuring of legacy systems, including a major ClearCase VOB architecture overhaul to enhance performance and scalability.

Spearheaded the transition from ClearCase/ClearQuest to Git/Bitbucket and JIRA, including artifact migration and archival reconfiguration.

Developed automation scripts (BASH, PowerShell, Python, batch) to streamline SCM tasks, enhance user support workflows, and enforce access control through user decommissioning audits.

Reduced support email volume by 90% and increased first-touch ticket resolution to 80% by implementing macro-enabled forms and automated script workflows.

Researched and implemented migration tools for CVS-to-Git conversions, preserving full history and baseline integrity.

Served on JIRA and Git advisory councils to evaluate and recommend new tools, plugins, and integrations.

Maintained cross platform synchronization scripts between JIRA and Salesforce, and administered system backups for JIRA/Git/Bitbucket environments.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: CVS, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, StarTeam, Salesforce, TFS, SourceTree, TortoiseGit, BASH, PowerShell, Python, batch and Microsoft Office suite.

KMS Technology, Inc., Atlanta, GA 6/2010 – 5/2011

Contract Software Configuration Management Engineer/Process Consultant/DevOps

Engaged on a short-term contract (extended to one year) to evaluate and remediate gaps in the client’s Software Configuration Management (SCM), build, and deployment processes.

Conducted comprehensive gap analyses of existing tools and workflows and developed detailed proposals for improvement—including enhancements to Team Foundation Server (TFS) processes, new SCM process controls, and recommendations for build and deployment automation tools.

Researched industry tools and shortlisted OpenMake and rPath as top solutions; defined technical requirements, created PAD, SAD, and ROI documents, and coordinated proof-of-concept (POC) engagements with vendors.

Authored and implemented new TFS work item types and process models to support proposed improvements.

Procurement and implementation of automation tools were pending management approval at contract conclusion.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: TFS, OpenMake, rPath and Microsoft Office suite.

Home Depot, Inc., Atlanta, GA 10/1999 – 4/2010

Chief Systems Engineer/Lead Developer/DevOps

Maintained, enhanced, and in some cases rewrote proprietary AIX shell scripts and deployment tools (DEWS) used for source control, process management, and distribution, interfacing with RCS, PVCS, and metadata housed in Informix.

Provided comprehensive version control and build support for PVCS and a proprietary tool chain and played a key role in the enterprise-wide migration to ClearCase and ClearQuest (CCCQ), consolidating assets from legacy systems including CVS, RCS, VSS, and DEWS.

Led efforts to evaluate and implement OpenMake Meister (OM/M) as a modern build automation solution, defining infrastructure requirements, coordinating server builds, and supporting consultants in tool configuration.

Developed training materials (Qarbon viewlets), introduced OM/M to development teams, and created reusable workflows that automated builds, packaging, and Opsware deployments.

Provided ongoing support for CCCQ, OM/M, and proprietary build tools across distributed environments, while driving large-scale upgrades, training sessions, and integration efforts in collaboration with multiple technical teams.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: DEWS, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Configuration Builder, Tracker, Jira, CVS, RCS, VSS, PVCS, OpenMake Meister, Qarbon, Opsware, bash, shell, batch, perl, AWK, VMware, JIRA, build, Make, Nmake, Informix and Microsoft Office suite.

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Merant, Inc., Atlanta, Georgia 3/1996 – 10/1999

Senior Consultant, Software Configuration Management Engineer/DevOps

Deployed to client sites to design, implement, and administer software configuration management (SCM) environments across various platforms, focusing on version control, build automation, and defect tracking.

Provided expert support using PVCS Tracker, PVCS Version Manager, PVCS Configuration Builder, and platform-specific make utilities (e.g., Microsoft Nmake). Partnered with Merant sales teams for pre-sales support, delivering technical demonstrations and addressing client inquiries.

Authored requirements, specifications, and process documentation while developing custom bash, shell and AWK scripts to automate SCM tasks and enhance workflow efficiency.

Developed and implemented quality control tools and procedures to support project management, including Y2K certification initiatives, and served as the central liaison between developers, QA teams, and vendors throughout the compliance process.

Provided transition plans, roadmaps and services for transitioning numerous clients from a variety of other SCM, issue tracking and build tools to PVCS Tracker, PVCS Version Manager, PVCS Configuration Builder.

Used the following tools, cloud platforms and languages: RCS, Nbuild, build, CVS, RCS, VSS, PVCS, Tracker, Configuration Builder, shell, bash, AWK and Microsoft Office suite.

Education / Training

BS, Computer Science, 1981-1983

DeVry Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia Dean's List, President's List, Honors Graduate.

A founding member of the first student chapter of the Data Processing Management Association (D.P.M.A.) in Georgia. Chairman, Student Job Fair Committee.

Online Kubernetes course in 2023 leveraging Minikube, an open-source tool that sets up a local, single-node Kubernetes cluster on a computer (macOS, Linux, or Windows) for use as a training platform for learning, through emulation, Kubernetes orchestration of Docker containers. During the course, I leveraged multiple Dell PowerEdge servers as well as Windows and MacBook laptops running macOS, Linux, and Window.

Note: I’ve held Secret, Top Secret and Crypto clearances as a full time Army service member and Army reservist 1971-1987. I also held a Public Trust clearance while on contract to the FAA (already listed above in my work history)

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