Devops Engineer Cloud

SIXTUS ASONG

CLOUD ENGINEER DEVOPS ENGINEER

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As a seasoned IT professional with over ten years of comprehensive experience in the industry, I possess a profound expertise in build release management, software configuration, design, development, and development, and cloud implementations, particularly within Amazon Web Services (AWS). My career is marked by a deep understanding and extensive application of AWS services, demonstrating proficiency in designing, deploying, and managing highly available, scalable, and fault tolerant systems. I am adept at deploying and securing applications on AWS, troubleshooting, and implementing effective DevOps strategies across Linux and Windows server environments, seamlessly integrating cloud solutions. My hands-on experience extends to automating and optimizing AWS application deployments through automated CI/CD pipelines, prioritizing security and performance without compromise. I have successfully led and contributed to projects across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), leveraging tools like Terraform and Kubernetes for infrastructure orchestration. Proficient in scripting CloudFormation Templates (CFT) in both YAML and JSON, I advocate for Infrastructure as Code to streamline AWS service deployment. My experience is enriched by working with Terraform modules to create flexible infrastructures and utilizing AWS Lambda for event-driven and scheduled tasks, all while maintaining high interpersonal skills, motivation, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. I am also accomplished in formulating and enforcing robust policies and procedures that align with industry standards, successfully decreasing security incidents by 15%. I have also acquired extensive knowledge in Telecommunication where I design, install, and maintain communication systems, including networks, infrastructure, and devices for telecommunication. I have led initiatives that significantly enhanced compliance frameworks and risk management processes, improved organizational performance, and fortified stakeholder engagement. Holding a bachelor’s degree in computer science and certifications in AWS, Scrum and Risk Information Systems Control, I bring a blend of analytical, managerial, and technical skills vital for navigating and optimizing governance, risk, and compliance frameworks effectively.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

•Cloud Orchestration & Management: Proficient in AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, and AWS Lambda for infrastructure as code implementations. Experienced with AWS Systems Manager, SSM Parameter Store, Ansible Tower, and Docker for automated configuration and deployment.

•Security: Skilled in implementing comprehensive security measures using AWS Security Hub, Guard Duty, Shield, Firewall Manager, and Inspector to ensure robust system protection.

•Compliance Regulatory Framework: My analytical prowess, enriched by a deep understanding of information security principles and extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, DSS).

•Monitoring & Event Management: Adept in leveraging AWS CloudWatch for monitoring and event logging, complemented by AWS SNS and S3 for effective event notification and data storage solutions.

•Identity & Access Management (IAM): Extensive experience with AWS IAM, Organization, and AD Connector, along with Active Directory and AWS Workspaces, ensuring secure and efficient user access management.

•Governance & Compliance: Knowledgeable in enforcing compliance and governance through AWS Config Rules, Trusted Advisor, Well Architected Tool, Budgets, and License Manager, maintaining organizational standards and cost efficiency.

•Programming Languages: Proficient in scripting and automation using Bash, with a solid foundation in writing Ansible Playbooks, JSON, YML, and Terraform configurations.

•Application Delivery: Experienced in deploying and managing applications using Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Bitbucket, and AWS Code Services (Pipeline, Commit, Build, Deploy, Star), enhancing CI/CD workflows.

•Data Protection: Familiar with securing sensitive information using AWS Certificate Manager, KMS, Snapshot Lifecycle Manager, and Cloud HSM, ensuring data integrity and compliance.

•Self Service: Implementing and managing AWS Service Catalog to provide standardized product offerings for end-users.

•Network Management: Comprehensive understanding of AWS networking components, including VPC, VGW, TGW, CGW, IGW, and NGW, to design and secure network architectures.

•Image & Patch Management: Proficient in managing system updates and security patches using AWS SSM Patch Manager and maintaining compliance with AWS Golden AMI Pipeline.

•Ops Analytics: Utilizing Splunk for operational analytics and insights, aiding in proactive system monitoring and troubleshooting.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DevOps Engineer/Telecomm Engineer

Verizon – New Jersey Jun 2020 – Present

•Spearheads collaborative efforts with application developers, operations engineers, and architects to automate complex product requirements, enhancing system reliability and deployment efficiency.

•Engineers and maintains scalable, fault-tolerant infrastructure on AWS (including EC2, S3, VPC, IAM,

CloudWatch, CloudFormation) and Kubernetes, achieving optimal load balancing and high availability.

•Develop comprehensive CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, integrating GitHub webhooks for seamless code deployments, and automates build processes with Gradle and Maven, Configured SonarQube to scrutinize code for coverages, bugs, and vulnerabilities, enhancing software quality and reducing the risk of production issues.

•Leveraged Json language to develop codes

•Design, implement, and maintain telecommunication systems, including wired and wireless networks (e.g., mobile, fiber-optic

•I work with network protocols, routing, switching, and bandwidth management.

•Perform regular system maintenance and updates for telecom infrastructure.

•Troubleshoot issues with the communication network or equipment and repairs.

•Monitor the performance of telecom networks and services.

•Ensure efficient use of resources and optimize network performance to handle increased traffic.

•Install and configure communication equipment like switches, routers, signal transmitters, and receivers.

•Ensure that network devices and systems comply with required specifications and standards.

•Ensure high-quality voice, video, and data services over the network.

•Implement security measures to protect telecommunication systems from potential cyber threats.

•Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in telecommunications.

•Research and develop new telecommunication systems or enhancements to existing ones.

•significantly reducing deployment times.

•Implements robust security measures, including modifying AWS Lambda functions, provisioning IAM policies, and monitoring with CloudWatch, to ensure compliance and safeguard against vulnerabilities.

•Plays a pivotal role in containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, establishing a resilient microservices architecture that supports DEV, TEST, and PROD environments, thereby facilitating faster and more secure application deployment.

•Leverages Jira and Confluence for agile project management, sprint planning, vulnerability tracking, and documentation, ensuring smooth workflow and team collaboration.

•Authors bash scripts for system monitoring and anomaly detection, contributing to the maintenance of system integrity and performance.

•Provides 24/7 support for build and deployment processes, including the setup of bastion hosts for secure AWS connections, showcasing a commitment to operational excellence and system security.

Cloud Engineer

Broadridge Financial -Austin TX March 2018 – April 2020

•Led the implementation of advanced AWS security measures, including multi-factor authentication, key rotation, and encryption with KMS, alongside configuring firewalls, security groups, NACLs, and S3 bucket policies to fortify infrastructure security.

•Conducted thorough analyses of cloud infrastructures, identifying and executing strategies for enhanced performance and cost-efficiency, significantly improving system reliability and resource utilization.

•Managed Linux server operations, including application installations, upgrades, patches, troubleshooting, and monitoring, ensuring optimal performance and system availability.

•Deployed static websites to AWS S3, utilizing S3's web hosting capabilities for efficient content delivery and management.

•Enforced rigorous security protocols within Jenkins pipelines, automatically halting deployments if predefined security benchmarks were not met, thus maintaining high security and compliance standards.

•Configured SonarQube to scrutinize code for coverages, bugs, and vulnerabilities, enhancing software quality and reducing the risk of production issues.

•Designed and implemented custom VPC architectures with private and public subnets, establishing secure network environments through meticulously defined firewall rules for SSH, ICMP, and RDP traffic.

•Spearheaded AWS cloud deployments, optimizing application delivery through effective management of cloud resources and services.

•Contributed to the development and maintenance of an automated monitoring framework, improving operational efficiency and system oversight.

•Utilized Terraform for infrastructure provisioning, management, and deployment, advocating for infrastructure as code practices that enhanced deployment processes and system scalability.

•Executed complex database migrations from Oracle on-premises to AWS RDS MySQL, leveraging Database Migration Service (DMS) and Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) for seamless data transfers and minimal operational disruption.

•Designed and executed auto-scaling and load balancing strategies with ELB and ASG, achieving cost efficiency and high availability for web applications.

•Spearheaded the deployment and scaling of applications using AWS Beanstalk and Terraform, streamlining the continuous integration and delivery processes with Jenkins for agile development cycles.

•Authored cloud formation templates and chef cookbooks for infrastructure as code, enabling the rapid provisioning of cloud resources and automated configuration management.

•Demonstrated proficiency in full SDLC methodologies, from analysis to production support, employing both Waterfall and Agile approaches to meet quality standards.

GRC ANALYST

Lyons Hathaway – Houston, TX MAY 2017 – FEB 2018

•Spearheaded the development and implementation of a robust Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) framework, enhancing compliance with regulatory standards by 40% and bolstering organizational integrity.

•Conducted comprehensive risk assessments across critical business units, identifying and successfully mitigating 95% of potential vulnerabilities, thus safeguarding key organizational assets.

•Led the successful integration of advanced risk management software, enhancing the efficiency of risk analysis processes and reducing the dependency on manual efforts by 50%.

•Orchestrated and delivered a company-wide training program focused on compliance and best practices, raising employee awareness and adherence to compliance standards by 60%.

•Collaborated with senior management to align GRC strategies with organizational objectives, ensuring a cohesive approach to risk management and compliance.

•Developed and maintained key GRC documentation and reports, facilitating transparent and effective communication of risk and compliance statuses to stakeholders.

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EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

University of Buea, 2014

CERTIFICATIONS

•AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

•Certified Risk Information Systems Control (CRISC)

•Certified Agile Scrum Master (CASM) Certification

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