Cloud Infrastructure It Solutions

RODNEY SANDERS (Multi-Cloud Engineer)

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Atlanta, GA

203-***-****

***.*******@*****.***

https://linkedin.com/in/rodney-l-

sanders

https://github.com/phmw7

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A maestro with profound accomplishments in multi-cloud technologies. Adept with utilizing microservices, passionate about Dev-ops cultures and lifestyles. Adamant about Implementing scalable, secure, efficient IT solutions to stimulate business integrity. Pursuing to leverage skillset with a modern innovative organization. Cloud Infrastructure & Management:

Provide substantial acumen across multiple cloud platforms:

• GCP: Strong insight on designing scalable, reliable cloud architectures using GCP services like Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, VPC, IAM, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, and Stackdriver.

• Azure: Deft with Azure Portal, VM deployments, Blob storage, management, networking (NSGs, Load Balancers, VPN Gateways), resource groups, and hybrid identity with Azure AD, Entra ID, and RoleBased Access Control (RBAC).

• AWS: Crafty with AWS Console and Core AWS services, including compute (EC2), storage (S3), databases, and networking. Exercise AWS security best practices, Cost Explorer, and the Well- Architected Tool.

Infrastructure as Code:

• Leverage Terraform for building, changing, versioning, and automation of infrastructure.

• Perceptive with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and best practices.

• Experienced in infrastructure provisioning and management across cloud providers.

• Skilled in version control, collaboration, infrastructure lifecycle management, and change tracking. Linux System Administration & Cloud Integration:

• Solid fundamentals with Oracle Virtual Box, Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, and Fedora.

• Administer, manage, and troubleshoot user and group accounts, file systems, and disk space usage.

• Distinguish backup types, enhance disk operations, and configure fault-tolerant storage.

• Analyze and remediate system properties, terminal and shell issues, optimize performance workloads, investigate firewall technologies, and resolve SELinux context violations. Network & Security Hardening:

• Configure IAM Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), secret and key management, and PKI.

• Enable load balancing, Network Service Groups (NSGs), and access control.

• Perform segmentation of cloud resources and identify compliance issues and requirements.

• Baseline hardening, encryption, and secure protocols like TLS and HTTPS.

• Disaster recovery and replication for business continuity planning. Programmability & Automation:

• Validated aptitude in network automation, software development, and Cisco platforms. Savvy with REST APIs, model-driven programmability (NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG), Git, Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Cisco platforms such as Meraki, ACI, DNA Center, SD-WAN, and NSO.

• Developed Python scripting skills tailored for network automation, including device interaction over SSH, API calls, using YAML/JSON and XML for automation of routine tasks.

• Gained foundational knowledge of building site-to-site IPsec VPNs between on-prem Cisco routers and GCP, focusing on secure hybrid cloud connectivity and troubleshooting.

• Explored deployment and optimization of AI/ML workloads on Cisco infrastructure, with emphasis on GPU-enabled UCS, Cisco Intersight, and real-world AI use cases in enterprise networking.

• Hands-on with Cloud CLI, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, cloud shell, and runbooks. Integrate automation with cloud-native tools.

Virtualization & Containerization:

• Understand cloud services and concepts, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, deploying and monitoring app environments.

• Qualified to implement, manage and administrate Type I Type II hypervisors in on premise and remote environments.

• Facilitate service to service communication. Utilize Ansible for configuration, Docker and Kubernetes pods (K8s) clusters for containerization and orchestration. Media & Entertainment – Direct to Consumer and Broadcast Foundations:

• Ascertained a primary understanding of end-to-end media workflows on AWS, including content acquisition, processing, packaging, and distribution.

• Investigated AWS services like Elemental MediaLive, MediaConvert, MediaPackage, and CloudFront for scalable video delivery and playback.

• Garnered insight into direct-to-consumer (D2C) streaming platforms, live broadcasting, monetization strategies, and viewer engagement at scale.

• Studied video compression standards (H.264, H.265), adaptive bitrate streaming (HLS, DASH), and CDN strategies for global delivery.

SPECIALIZED COMPETENCIES

RS

Google Certified Professional:

Cloud Architect

GGLE1287471 2025 – 2027

CompTIA Linux + Certified CE

2025 - 2028

Microsoft Certified: Azure

Administrator Associate

8F8C47D67F1ED11 2024 –

2025

CompTIA Cloud + Professional

CE COMP001002182085

2024 - 2027

Cisco Devnet Associate

CSCO14373671 2024 – 2027

Terraform Certified Associate

0a892065-4be4-48d2-b533-

801a3ecabafe 2024 – 2026

AWS Cloud Practitioner

9753f8be92ba4e6da289fff0d0

b5a610 2024 – 2027

Cobb County School District Marietta, GA

Enterprise/Infrastructure Technician Sep 2007 – Sep 2022

• Managed and monitored district-wide network infrastructure across 116 campuses, supporting 20,000+ core and edge switches, 6,000+ wireless access points, and VOIP devices.

• Designed and implemented hybrid fiber-optic and copper cabling systems for secure public/private network connectivity.

• Performed LAN/WAN troubleshooting, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.

• Provided on-site support for hardware, software, and network issues.

• Maintained network documentation, including configurations and operational procedures.

• Generated performance reports and tracked incidents for management review.

• Coordinated system upgrades, migrations, and IT projects, including network enhancements and disaster recovery.

• Engaged with vendors for equipment procurement and service support. Fry’s Electronics Duluth, GA

Information Systems Technician Sep 2006 – Sep 2007

• Provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support for over 100 users on IP/IPX networks, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal system performance.

• Performed software updates, connectivity troubleshooting, and system maintenance across Windows (98/NT/2000/XP) and Novell client environments.

• Delivered hardware and peripheral support, including preventative maintenance, upgrades, and repairs for servers, desktops, cash registers, printers, and POS systems.

• Managed PC and laptop repairs across multiple brands (HP, Compaq, Sony, Acer, Toshiba, and Mac), ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction.

• Multi-Cloud/ Dev-Ops/ AI – The Cloud Bootcamp Sep 2023 – Lifetime Learning

• Microsoft Azure Associate – Microsoft Learn Dec 2024

• Programming for Network Engineers – CISCO U Nov 2024

• AWS Cloud Practitioner – AWS Skill Builder Feb 2023

• Cisco DevNet Associate – Cisco Learning Network Sep 2023

• Cloud Platforms & Services: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP); serverless computing (Lambda, Azure Functions); cloud cost optimization

• Infrastructure & Automation: Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation); configuration management (Ansible, Puppet, Chef); CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab)

• Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes

• Scripting & Development: Python, Bash, PowerShell; version control (Git, SVN)

• Networking & Security: VPNs, networking fundamentals, cloud security & compliance (HIPAA)

• Monitoring & Optimization: Performance monitoring, cloud deployment automation, disaster recovery planning

• AWS Elemental Media Services (MediaLive, MediaConvert, MediaPackage)

• CDN configuration and optimization (AWS CloudFront, hybrid edge delivery)

• Video streaming workflows (live and on-demand)

• Adaptive bitrate streaming protocols (HLS, MPEG-DASH)

• Video compression standards (H.264, H.265)

• Streaming platform architecture (D2C, OTT, broadcast foundations)

• Media workflow integration in cloud environments (AWS, GCP)

• Video packaging, encoding, and delivery optimization

• Performance tuning for media streaming and user experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Media & Streaming Technologies

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