MATHEW ROBINSON

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Azure Cloud Architect & DevOps Engineer

EXECUTIVE SNAPSHOT

•An innovative professional with 10+ years of IT experience, including over 7 years' focus on Azure Cloud Architectures, Designs and DevOps Engineering

•Skilled in working on Cloud platforms, DevOps, Configuration Management, Infrastructure automation, Continuous Integration, and Delivery (CI/CD)

•Design and Implementation:

•Skilled at designing and implementing highly scalable and resilient solutions in the Azure Cloud, leveraging a diverse array of Azure services and cutting-edge technologies.

•Skilled in Configuration Management, Change/Release/Build Management, Support, and Maintenance under Unix/Linux Platforms (REDHAT and CENTOS).

•Demonstrated expertise in architecting and deploying Azure IaaS and PaaS services, encompassing Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks (VNET), Network Services, Azure DevOps, Azure App Service, Logic App, Function App, SQL, Cosmos DB, Storage solutions, Azure Active Directory, Monitoring tools, Autoscaling mechanisms, PowerShell Automation, Azure Update Management and Automation, DNS, and VPN configurations.

•Successfully executed seamless migrations of on-premises applications to Azure, meticulously configuring VNETs and subnets to align with specific project requirements.

•Leveraged the power of PowerShell scripting to streamline patching, imaging, and deployments within the Azure environment, ensuring efficient operations and rapid deployment cycles.

•Azure Administration:

•Demonstrated a wealth of experience in Azure IaaS, skilfully navigating Virtual Machines (VMs), VM Scale Sets, Load Balancers, Traffic Managers, Virtual Networks, SQL deployments, Resource Groups, and Cloud Services.

•Proficiency in Azure Backup implementation, Azure Policies enforcement, Azure Key Vault integration, and effective resource tagging, enabling streamlined administration and enhanced security.

•Azure Migrate Services:

•Led the migration of on-premises applications to Azure, ensuring a seamless transition to the cloud environment.

•Configured Virtual Networks (VNETs) and subnets in alignment with project requirements, establishing a secure and scalable infrastructure.

•Developed PowerShell and Python scripting to automate crucial processes such as patching, imaging, and deployments within the Azure environment. These scripts streamlined operations, improved efficiency, and reduced manual effort.

•Utilized Azure migrate services, including Azure Site Recovery (ASR) and Azure backups, to facilitate the migration of on-premises resources to Azure. This involved ensuring data integrity, replication, and backup strategies, allowing for reliable and efficient resource migration

•Containerization and Azure Services Offering:

•Insightful understanding of implementing Azure services to perfection, including Azure Cloud Services, Azure Storage solutions, Azure Active Directory (AD) integration, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), SQL Databases, Azure Functions, Azure App Service, Azure Monitor, Data Factory, Data Bricks and Azure Service Bus, Databases like Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, ARM Templates, Azure DevOps, Azure Storages like Data lake, Blob storage, File share, Azure Active Directory, Azure B2B and B2C, Azure Key Vault, Azure Security & Monitoring Solutions, Service Bus, Azure AppInsights, Azure Monitor, Azure Sentinel, etc.

•Leveraged the capabilities of Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates to orchestrate smooth deployments, updates, and comprehensive resource management in Azure.

•Employed Azure Site Recovery (ASR) and Azure Backups to ensure seamless migration and robust backup strategies for on-premises resources transitioning to Azure.

•Experienced in defining the structure of Helm charts, establishing a repository strategy, and identifying integration points with other Azure services. This includes ensuring proper networking, security, and scaling configurations to support Helm deployments.

•Contributed to documenting and defining the necessary resources, configurations, and dependencies within the Helm charts and implemented best practices for chart organization and versioning to ensure consistency and maintainability.

•Skilled in integrating Helm with Azure DevOps to establish end-to-end continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines enabling streamlined deployment of applications and efficient management of environment-specific configurations.

•Utilized my expertise in writing Docker files, build and push Docker images to Azure Container Registry (ACR) repositories. Additionally, possess experience of deploying Helm charts on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, ensuring smooth deployment and management of containerized applications.

•Designed the overall architecture of ISTIO service mesh deployments entailing installing service mesh components in Kubernetes clusters, including control plane components such as the service mesh control plane and data plane proxies.

•Implemented security features provided by the service mesh, such as mutual TLS (mTLS) authentication, access control policies, and encryption of data in transit.

•Expertise in leveraging Azure API Management (APIM) and APIGEE platforms to securely host APIs. By utilizing these robust API management solutions, ensured that APIs are protected, authenticated, and accessible to authorized users, promoting secure and seamless integration with various systems.

•Evaluate and implement the need for service endpoints and private endpoints based on security and performance considerations.

•Automation and Scripting:

•Involved in the development of Shell and PowerShell scripts, empowering automated execution of administrative tasks and streamlining the build and release processes.

•Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of scripting languages, including Bash/Shell, PowerShell, JSON, YAML ensuring the creation of powerful and versatile automation solutions.

•Monitoring and Alerting:

•Configured and fine-tuned advanced monitoring and alerting tools like Prometheus and Grafana, enabling proactive monitoring, performance optimization, and efficient management of Azure resources.

•Implement ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), and Splunk for log collection, aggregation, and analysis. Configure Logstash or Splunk forwarders to collect logs from Azure resources and applications. Create queries, filters, and visualizations in Kibana or Splunk log analysis and troubleshooting.

•Integrate Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or Splunk with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous monitoring and log analysis throughout the software development lifecycle. Collect and visualize metrics and logs during the build, test, and deployment stages.

•Created and deployed multiple customized dashboards within Kubernetes environments, fostering comprehensive visibility and real-time insights into individual application performance.

•Collect logs, metrics using Azure Monitor & Application Insight for performance monitoring and troubleshooting.

•CI/CD and DevOps:

•Displayed proficiency in the implementation and fine-tuning of CI/CD tools such as Bamboo, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, and Sonar code scan validations, facilitating streamlined software development, testing, and deployment cycles.

•Successfully orchestrated the deployment of microservices and application upgrades utilizing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Container Registry, Cosmos DB, Grafana, Jenkins, Azure Pipelines harnessing the power of containerization and efficient workload management.

•Configuration Management:

•Implementation with advanced configuration management tools like Ansible, Azure Update Management with Azure Automate enabling efficient management, orchestration, and automation of Azure resources, ensuring consistency and scalability.

•Designed and implemented a governance framework that outlines policies, guidelines, and best practices for Azure resource management. Experience in defining naming conventions, resource tagging standards, access control policies, and compliance requirements. Analyse resource utilization and performance metrics to identify underutilized or overprovisioned resources. Utilize Azure services like Azure Policy, Azure Blueprints, Azure Resource Graph, and Azure Monitor to enforce governance controls, track resource inventory, monitor compliance, and gain insights into resource usage, cost, and security. Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate teams on Azure governance and cost optimization best practices.

•Soft Skills

•Project Managements and team leading skills

•Possess strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work in a team and document the build and release process

TECHNICAL SKILLS

PAAS: Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Web Jobs, Azure Batch, Azure App Logic, Azure Container Services, Azure Kubernetes Services, etc

IAAS: Virtual Machines, Virtual Machine scale set, Azure Bastion Host, Jump Server, Virtual Network Peering, Virtual Private Network, Express Route, Availability Sets, Availability Zones, Virtual Networks, Regions, Traffic Manager, Application Security, Front Door, Load Balancer, Network Security Group, Application Security Groups, Service Bus, Service and Private Endpoints, etc.

Azure Storage Account, Blob, Containers, Queue, Table. Access Keys, Shared Access Signatures.

Identity: Azure Active Directory, Managed Identity, System Principal, AD B2C, OAuth, RBAC, Azure Access Policies

Methodology: Waterfall, Agile Methodology

Security: Azure Key Vault, Azure Firewall, Azure Security Centre, Azure DDOS Protection, Azure Health Service, Azure Network Monitor, Azure Sentinel, etc.

Infrastructure As Code (IAC): ARM Template, BICEP, Terraform, Blueprints

Application/Web Servers: Apache Tomcat, NGINX, IIS, JBoss4.1, WebSphere, Web Logic

Configuration Management Tool: Ansible, Puppet, Chef, Salt Lake, PowerShell DSC

Containerization Tool: Docker, Kubernetes, AKS, ACI, ACS

Database: Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure SQL, Azure Data Lake, Cosmos DB, etc.

DevOps: GitHub, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, YAML, CICD Pipelines, Blue Green Deployment, Canary Deployment, Deployment slots, SonarQube, ESlint, Cobertura, dotCover, coverage.py

Programming Languages: Python, PowerShell, Bash/Shell, JavaScript, Perl, .Net, Java.

IDE: Visual Studio Code, Visual Studio

Logging and Monitoring: Azure Monitor, App Insights, Azure log analytics, and 3rd party like Nagios, Splunk, ELK, Data Dog, Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, App Dynamics

Operating System: Windows, Linux

Tools: JIRA, Azure Boards

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sr. Azure Architect & DevOps Engineer

Staples Inc., Framingham, Massachusetts, Aug’20- Present

Responsibilities

•Designed and implemented Azure solutions across various cloud models, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).

•Led and executed multiple application and database migrations to the cloud, ensuring smooth transition and optimized performance.

•Integrated on-premises, hybrid cloud, and on-demand workloads with the Azure public cloud, ensuring seamless functionality.

•Designed and Provisioned Azure resources like Azure Machines, Web Apps, Function App, SQL Databases, Azure Kubernetes, Azure Container instances, Azure Container Registry using ARM Templates, BICEP and Terraform using Azure Devops CICD pipelines.

•Utilized Azure App Service & Service Bus instances to build a reliable and scalable microservices architecture.

•Integrated various Azure technologies, such as Azure Cosmos DB, Azure AppInsights, Azure Blob Storage, Azure API Management, and Azure Functions, to create a modern web application with microservices.

•Worked with Microservices architecture for continuous delivery environments, utilizing Azure and Docker

•Implemented high availability through Azure Classic and Azure Resource Manager deployment models.

•Deployed .NET Core microservices in Azure App Service instances, managing application lifecycle, versioning, and rolling upgrades within the Azure App Service cluster.

•Configured Azure AppInsights for application monitoring, logging, and diagnostics, utilizing it to identify performance bottlenecks, track exceptions, and analyze application telemetry data.

•Configured Azure DevOps pipelines to build, package, and publish Helm charts to repositories, ensuring streamlined deployment processes.

•Implemented validation, linting, and testing of Helm charts as part of the continuous integration (CI) process.

•Designed and implemented scalable and globally distributed databases for microservices using Azure Cosmos DB, defining data models and implementing efficient data access patterns.

•Installed ISTIO service mesh components within Kubernetes clusters to enable traffic management, security, and observability.

•Implemented solutions in Azure App Service that could handle high traffic loads and dynamically scale based on demand.

•Setup observability and monitoring tools within the service mesh, such as Prometheus and Grafana, for comprehensive insights into service behavior and performance.

•Implemented security measures for microservices, including authentication, authorization, and data protection, leveraging Azure Active Directory for identity and access management.

•Implemented automated testing and code quality checks to ensure the reliability and maintainability of the solution.

•Build service endpoints and private endpoints for securing and optimizing communication between Azure services and virtual networks.

•Integrated Docker container orchestration framework using Kubernetes, creating and managing pods, Config Maps, deployments, and other related resources. Automated Kubernetes cluster management using Ansible playbooks.

•Investigated and resolved issues related to .NET Core microservices, Angular websites, and the Azure infrastructure, implementing appropriate fixes and optimizations for smooth operation.

•Utilized Azure Kubernetes Service, Application Insights, and Log Analytics for effective monitoring and performance analysis.

•Implemented Azure Site Recovery and Azure Backup, deploying instances and migrating data centers to Azure using Azure Site Recovery for reliable disaster recovery and data protection.

•Deployed Kubernetes clusters on cloud and on-premises environments, leveraging YAML files to configure services, pods, deployments, auto-scaling, load balancers, and health checks.

•Documented the design, architecture, and implementation details of Azure-based solutions for future reference and knowledge sharing.

•Established Azure ExpressRoute connections for single and multi-subscription connectivity between Azure and on-premises data centers, ensuring secure and reliable communication.

•Developed Azure Logic Apps to meet specific business requirements and implemented custom connectors.

•Built serverless Azure Functions triggered by HTTP requests and events, utilizing Python, PowerShell, and C#.

•Designed and developed RESTful APIs and microservices using Python frameworks like Flask or FastAPI. Secured and exposed APIs using Azure API Management and APIGEE for authentication, rate limiting, and monitoring purposes.

•Proficiently utilized JIRA as a Project Management Tool and defect tracking system, configuring workflows, customizations, and plug-ins.

•Integrated Jenkins with JIRA, GitHub, and MAVEN for streamlined software development processes.

•Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, and stakeholders, to ensure effective communication and knowledge sharing.

Azure Cloud Architect & Devops Engineer

Target, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Aug’19-Jul’20

Responsibilities

•Utilized Azure DevOps/VSTS principles and processes for version control, build, release management, and deployments.

•Designed and built highly scalable and available Azure solutions for on-premises applications and databases across multiple projects, ensuring robust performance and reliability.

•Provisioned servers/instances and other resources using infrastructure-as-code principles with Terraform, BICEP through Azure CICD pipelines

•Developed capacity and architecture plans for Multiple systems, applications and databases etc.

•ting IAAS VMs and PAAS role instances to the Azure Cloud environment, resulting in improved performance and resource utilization.

•Leveraged Python scripting and Azure SDKs to automate the provisioning and configuration of Azure resources, streamlining the deployment process.

•Utilized ARM Templates for infrastructure-as-code deployments.

•Implemented Jenkins Workflow and Plugins to enable repeatable deployments of multi-tier applications, artifacts, and services to Docker containers, enhancing scalability and maintainability.

•Employed Maven for building Java-based web applications and integrated it with Nexus repository for artifact management, facilitating efficient code management and version control.

•Configured Azure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for secure user authentication and developed custom Azure templates for rapid deployments. Successfully deployed Azure SQL DB with Sync and failover configurations.

•Leveraged toolsets such as Visual Studio, AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), Application Insights, and Log Analytics.

•Orchestrated Docker containers with Kubernetes, managing pods, deployments, auto-scaling, and load balancing, enhancing containerized application deployment and scalability.

•Implemented Azure Role-based Access Control (RBAC) to establish team-based access management and segregation of duties, ensuring secure and controlled access to Azure resources.

•Developed Azure Infrastructure as Code templates using Terraform, integrating Azure Log Analytics for effective monitoring and metrics tracking and Created Terraform templates for provisioning virtual networks, subnets, VM Scale sets, load balancers, and NAT rules.

•Configured Azure Active Directory for single sign-on access to cloud SaaS applications, implementing various Azure components such as Web apps/Function apps, V-net integration, HCM, Application Gateway, App Insights, Active Directory, Azure Key Vault, Encryption, and Security.

•Utilized Azure DevOps/VSTS for version control, build and release management, and deployments across development, QA, and production environments, ensuring streamlined and reliable software delivery.

•Used terraform graph to visualize execution plans and ensure smooth deployments.

•Implemented and optimized .Net, Java, and Python web applications in Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, utilizing Repos for code commit, Test Plans for unit testing, App Service for deployment, and Azure Application Insight for performance monitoring and usage data collection.

•Built monitoring and alerting systems using ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), configuring log collection from Azure resources, applications, and systems.

•Developed visually appealing dashboards and visualizations using Kibana for efficient log analysis and monitoring.

•Created YAML files for various services like pods, deployments, auto-scaling, load balancers, labels, and health checks.

•Automated Windows patching using PowerShell scripts and created release pipelines in Azure DevOps, ensuring timely and secure updates for system maintenance.

•Designed and implemented an Azure DevOps Pipeline to efficiently manage resources across multiple Azure subscriptions, ensuring seamless deployments and continuous integration.

•Demonstrated expertise in serverless services, configuring HTTP Triggers in Azure Functions and integrating application insights for effective monitoring and load testing using Azure DevOps Services.

•Worked on Azure Automate for cloud-based process automation, update management, and configuration management, improving operational efficiency.

•Configured BGP routes to establish ExpressRoute connections between on-premises data centers and Azure cloud, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity.

•Managed code in a private repository, ensuring constant updates and version control.

•Configured BGP routes to establish ExpressRoute connections between on-premises data centers and Azure cloud.

•Wrote Playbooks using YAML scripting to automate Ansible servers.

•Implemented Jenkins Workflow and Plugins for repeatable deployments of multi-tier applications, artifacts, and services to Docker.

•Created pods, Config Maps, and deployments to manage Docker containers.

•Developed GIT hooks for local repositories, code commit, code push functionality, and GitHub integration. Ensured efficient repository management and code collaboration.

Azure Cloud Administrator & DevOps Engineer

Cisco, San Jose, CA, Oct’17- Jul’19

Responsibilities

•Utilized ARM templates (JSON) to create Azure services while ensuring the existing infrastructure remains unchanged.

•Worked on Installation of VMware ESX and creating Virtual Machines from scratch and from templates and assisted in troubleshooting applications for Load balancing.

•Managing systems routine backup, scheduling jobs like disabling and enabling Cron jobs, enabling system logging, network logging of servers for maintenance, performance tuning, testing.

•Implemented Azure services including Azure Active Directory (AD), Azure storage, Azure cloud services, IIS, Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Azure Blob Storage, Azure VM, SQL Database, Azure Functions, Azure App Service, and Azure Service Bus.

•Utilize automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, etc.

•Implemented CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, PowerShell scripting, and automation techniques.

•Designed and automated Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) capabilities, such as virtual machines, container services, virtual networks, and cloud services.

•Utilized Azure Resource Manager (ARM) for deploying, updating, and deleting multiple Azure resources, and performed on-premises resource migration to Azure using Azure site recovery (ASR) and Azure backups.

•Utilized Azure DevOps services (Azure Repos, Azure Boards, and Azure Test Plans) for code development, collaboration, and application deployment.

•Developed and maintained various Azure DevOps-related tools, including deployment tools, staged virtual environments, and provisioning scripts.

•Used Terraform and Packer to create custom machine images and Ansible for software dependency installation in the provisioned infrastructure.

•Developed and maintained Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines in Azure DevOps, allowing safe code deployment

•Utilized version control tools such as GIT and Bitbucket, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of source control concepts.

•Developed build and deploy scripts using MAVEN and Jenkins for multiple applications across environments.

•Leveraged Azure Monitoring tools like Azure Log Analytics, Azure Network Watcher, and Azure Service Health for diagnosing and minimizing service degradation.

•Configured monitoring tools like Azure monitoring and Dynatrace to set up desired alerts and prevent disruptions.

•Created ARM templates using PowerShell for deploying Azure resources and implemented continuous integration using VSTS (Azure DevOps).

•Deployed Azure IaaS virtual machines (VMs) and Cloud services (PaaS role instances) into secure VNets and subnets using PowerShell.

Azure DevOps Engineer and Administrator

Pfizer, New York, NY, Feb’16-Sep’17

Responsibilities

•Implemented the Azure Cloud Adoption Framework, ensured effective adoption and migration to Azure

•Prepared Azure support teams for legacy and modernized application and service deployments

•Maintained cloud infrastructure and implemented CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and delivery and integrated Ansible with Jenkins, leveraging YAML scripting for automation and continuous integration

•Implemented CI/CD pipelines with DevOps, PowerShell scripting, and automation for consistent and periodic deployments

•Configured Azure Express Route to establish private connections between Azure data centers and on-premises infrastructure

•Migrated services from on-premises to Azure using Azure Portal and PowerShell scripts, managing Azure Security groups and linking them to VMs and subnets.

•Worked with tools such as Azure Data Migration Service, Azure Database Migration Service, Azure Data Factory, or third-party solutions to ensure secure and seamless data migration with minimal downtime

•Worked with various Azure services such as Compute, Caching, SQL Azure, NoSQL, Storage and Network Services, Azure Active Directory, Azure Monitoring, Scheduling, Autoscaling, Azure Identity & Access Management, Data Factory, PowerShell Automation, and others.

•Deployed Azure Virtual Networks and Azure Application Gateway, establishing communication with on-premises networks via Azure VPN Gateways.

•Enabled seamless integration and collaboration between Azure applications and external systems through the utilization of Azure integration services and APIs.

•Utilized Azure CLI, Azure Active Directory, Azure Virtual Network, Azure Storage, and Azure Database for deployment

•Administration like configuring availability sets, virtual machine scale set (VMSS) with load balancers, Virtual networks, network security group (NSG).

•Developed MAVEN, Jenkins, and Nexus scripts to facilitate the smooth build and deployment of Java-based web applications.

•Configured and managed Ansible for web application management, environment configuration, and server orchestration.

•Utilized JIRA Agile for project management and Scrum/Kanban boards for agile development.

System Administrator

Nordstrom, Seattle, Washington, May’13-Jan’16

Responsibilities

•Designed, implemented, and maintained robust and scalable system architectures following client requirements and industry best practices.

•Configured and managed virtualized environments using technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V to ensure efficient resource allocation and high availability.

•Installed, configured, and managed operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.) and related components to provide a stable and secure computing environment.

•Monitored system performance, identified bottlenecks, and implemented optimizations to improve overall system efficiency and reliability.

•Troubleshoot system issues and providing timely resolution to minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted service availability.

•Implemented and managed backup and disaster recovery solutions to safeguard critical data and ensure business continuity.

•Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy scalable storage solutions, including SAN/NAS technologies, to meet data storage and retrieval requirements.

•Implemented and managed network infrastructure components such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers to ensure reliable and secure network connectivity.

•Managed user accounts, access controls, and security policies to maintain system integrity and protect against unauthorized access.

•Automated routine system administration tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet) to streamline operations.

•Conducted system audits, performance testing, and capacity planning to proactively identify and address system vulnerabilities and scalability challenges.

•Collaborated with vendors and third-party providers to evaluate and integrate new technologies, tools, and services into the system infrastructure.

•Documented system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure the availability of up-to-date system documentation.

•Provided technical guidance and support to internal teams and end-users, addressing their system-related queries and issues.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelors in Computer Science from CUNK York College

CERTIFICATIONS

•IBM Data Science Professional Certificate

•Google Data Structures and Algorithms Tech Dev Guide

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