AWS Cloud Engineer & DevSecOps Automation

ROBERT BRATHWAITE JR.

Washington, DC 202-***-**** ***************@*****.*** LINKEDIN

AWS CLOUD Engineer

AWS-focused Cloud Engineer and Certified Solutions Architect with 5+ years of hands-on experience designing, automating, and supporting secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. Proven expertise in AWS services, Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Git. Strong background in cloud operations, platform reliability, automation, and security best practices within enterprise and government environments. I am passionate about building resilient cloud platforms, reducing operational risk, and enabling teams through well-governed, repeatable infrastructure solutions.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Cloud Practitioner, HashiCorp Terraform Associate, and CompTIA Linux+, validating hands-on expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and Linux-based environments.

Selected to support Strategy & Automation initiatives, contributing to workflow optimization, infrastructure standardization, and cloud platform improvements.

Hands-on experience with AWS services and DevOps tooling, including VPC, CloudWatch, ELB, S3, Terraform, Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, and Visual Studio Code, supporting scalable and automated cloud operations.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Cloud & AWS Architecture

AWS Infrastructure AWS GovCloud VPC CloudFront CDN Serverless Architecture Microservices Architecture Network Architecture

Infrastructure & Automation

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terraform Deployment Automation CI/CD Pipelines Jenkins DevSecOps

Security, Compliance & Governance

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Encryption (At Rest & In Transit) Security Best Practices Compliance Management Government Security Requirements

Reliability, Performance & Operations

High Availability Scalability Disaster Recovery Cloud Monitoring Performance Optimization SLAs Cost Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

State of Maryland – Department of Information Technology

Cloud Engineer 11/2025 – Present

Design, deploy, and maintain scalable, secure AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform across multiple environments.

Develop, test, and manage reusable Terraform core and stack modules, including state management, versioning, and lifecycle control.

Design and provision Amazon EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service) infrastructure using Terraform, including cluster configuration, node groups, networking, and IAM roles to support containerized application environments.

Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Bitbucket to automate infrastructure planning, validation, deployment, and teardown.

Enhance Terraform workflows by integrating TFLint, TFSec, and unit testing to improve code quality, security posture, and deployment reliability.

Perform multi-account AWS operations through role assumption, AWS Console, CloudShell, and CLI to audit, troubleshoot, and maintain production environments.

Support cloud networking and security configurations including VPCs, subnets, routing, NACLs, security groups, IAM policies, and encryption using KMS and ACM.

Monitor AWS resources and application health using CloudWatch metrics, alarms, and logs for EC2, ALB, Auto Scaling Groups, RDS, and S3.

Plan and support disaster recovery and high-availability strategies utilizing Multi-AZ deployments, Route 53 routing policies, cross-region replication, and backup/restore procedures.

Collaborate closely with cloud architects and cross-functional teams to design and implement infrastructure workflows that support scalability, reliability, and application delivery.

Troubleshoot and resolve Terraform and infrastructure-related issues during plan, apply, destroy, and import phases.

Maintain Git-based workflows using Bitbucket and Git Bash to support collaborative development and controlled infrastructure changes.

Ensure compliance with security and operational standards through regular audits, documentation, and infrastructure reviews.

Work in an Agile environment, contributing to planning, execution, and continuous improvement of cloud operations.

vTech Solution/Maryland DHS Linthicum Heights, MD

Cloud Engineer 01/2024 to 11/2025

AWS Jr Cloud Engineer (NOC) 05/2023 to 12/2023

Supported the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable AWS cloud infrastructure, contributing to improved system reliability and cost efficiency.

Developed Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform (HCL) to provision and manage AWS resources across multiple environments.

Created and maintained Terraform core and stack modules, including validation using TFLint, TFSec, and unit testing to ensure code quality and security.

Automate deployment of Amazon EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service) environments using Terraform, including cluster creation, managed node groups, VPC integration, IAM roles for service accounts (IRSA), and secure networking configurations.

Troubleshot Terraform workflows during init, plan, apply, destroy, and import phases to resolve deployment and configuration issues.

Assisted in managing and supporting AWS services including EC2, ECS, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, IAM, CloudWatch, Route 53, CloudFront, and KMS.

Implemented cloud automation and environment lifecycle management using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.

Contributed to CI/CD pipeline development using Jenkins to automate infrastructure builds, testing, and deployments, reducing deployment time and manual effort.

Monitored infrastructure and application health using Amazon CloudWatch metrics and alarms for EC2, ALB, Auto Scaling Groups, RDS, and S3 operations.

Supported disaster recovery and high-availability strategies by assisting with Multi-AZ architecture, Route 53 routing policies, and cross-region replication.

Managed source control and collaboration using Git, Bitbucket, and AWS CodeCommit, following version control best practices.

Performed Linux-based administration and troubleshooting using Bash, Git Bash, WSL, and SSH, including secure key-based authentication.

Assisted with security audits by reviewing IAM policies, VPC routing, NACLs, subnets, and security group configurations to ensure compliance and reduce risk.

Used Visual Studio Code to develop and maintain Terraform, YAML, and Bash configurations for infrastructure automation.

Collaborated with cloud architects, DevOps engineers, and cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to support platform improvements and operational stability.

Proactively monitored and maintained DNS, CDN, and networking services including Route 53 and CloudFront to ensure availability and performance.

Stefanini Group/Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc Rockville, MD

Senior Desktop Support Technician (Cloud Operations Focus) – 03/2023 to 05/2023

Supported a fully cloud-based enterprise environment leveraging Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, and SaaS platforms with no on-premise server infrastructure.

Implemented and managed cloud endpoint solutions using Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, enabling automated device provisioning, configuration, compliance enforcement, and lifecycle management.

Reduced ServiceNow ticket volume by automating user access workflows, role assignments, and password resets using Azure AD, Intune policies, and Linux CLI tooling.

Administered identity and access management (IAM) for Windows and Linux users through Azure AD and Active Directory, ensuring secure access, least-privilege controls, and compliance with organizational standards.

Supported hybrid cloud identity synchronization and access controls to maintain consistent authentication and authorization across cloud services.

Improved system security and performance by managing endpoint compliance, monitoring device logs, and enforcing conditional access and security baselines.

Increased remote workforce productivity by provisioning and supporting Windows and Linux cloud-connected systems, including secure SSH-based access and remote troubleshooting.

Developed and maintained ServiceNow documentation for cloud-based onboarding, access management, and incident response workflows, improving operational efficiency and knowledge transfer.

Collaborated with security, infrastructure, and application teams to support cloud-first operations and ensure reliable access to critical business systems.

Gained hands-on experience operating within Azure cloud environments while actively pursuing and applying AWS cloud architecture knowledge through certification and self-directed learning.

Parsons Corporation Washington, DC

Senior IT Support Technician (Cloud & Migration Focus) – 03/2021 to 03/2023

Supported enterprise cloud adoption initiatives across AWS and Microsoft Azure environments, contributing to reduced infrastructure overhead and improved operational efficiency.

Assisted in the design and implementation of scalable hybrid cloud architectures, supporting infrastructure migration and system integration using Quest migration technologies.

Administered Identity and Access Management (IAM) across Windows and Linux systems using Microsoft Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, ensuring secure, compliant access to cloud-connected resources.

Supported hybrid networking integrations by optimizing routing, health checks, and connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud platforms.

Collaborate with application teams to provision and automate EKS-based environments using Terraform, enabling scalable and repeatable deployment of containerized workloads in AWS.

Configured and supported Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions, managing permissions, endpoint validation, and user group placement to enhance security and user experience.

Led and supported migration of legacy systems to cloud-based platforms, including Exchange and Active Directory migrations to Microsoft 365 and Intune endpoint management.

Collaborated on cloud project proposals and implementation planning within Agile delivery frameworks, contributing to faster project execution and delivery timelines.

Supported AWS Console operations and cloud DNS services, including Route 53 configuration and troubleshooting, under guidance from cloud architects and senior engineers.

Partnered closely with management to build cloud engineering skills, aligning day-to-day responsibilities with long-term cloud infrastructure and migration initiatives.

LanceSoft Inc. (Contract to Parsons Corporation) Arlington, VA

IT Support Technician/Cloud Operations Contractor – 03/2020 to 03/2021

Supported cloud-based endpoint and identity services using Microsoft Azure, Azure AD, and Intune for enterprise users and devices.

Deployed, configured, and troubleshot Intune Endpoint Management solutions through cloud portals, including license validation, permission management, and device compliance.

Resolved multi-tier technical issues across client systems and cloud services, maintaining high resolution rates and service reliability.

Executed secure data backup and synchronization processes during device re-imaging and migrations using cloud-based sync tools.

Managed mobile device data synchronization for iOS and macOS platforms, configuring profiles and policies using Azure AD, Active Directory, Intune, and MDM solutions.

Assisted with IAM administration, authentication workflows, and disaster recovery support for cloud-connected systems.

Oversaw small teams during hardware and software deployments, providing guidance on authentication, access controls, troubleshooting, and recovery procedures.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of cloud platforms, endpoint management technologies, and enterprise IT best practices to support evolving operational needs.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Desktop Help Desk Support Technician – Ledgent Technology Inc/Perkins & Will Washington, DC 2019 – 2020

Team Lead Help Desk Specialist – Huntec LLC, Brooklyn, NY : 2014 – 2019

Desktop & Handheld Device Administrator – IMF/Technisource, Washington, DC : 2010 – 2013

Information Systems Support Specialist – Groom Law Group Chartered, Washington, DC: 2008 – 2010

Blackberry & Handheld Device Administrator /Help Desk Specialist (Senior) – Blank Rome LLP, Washington, DC: 2005 – 2008

System Support Specialist – Crowell and Moring LLP, Washington, DC: 2003 – 2005

End-User Support Specialist/MS Office Trainer – Coudert Brothers LLP, Washington, DC: 2002 – 2003

End-User Instructor – Knowlogy Corporation, Falls Church, VA: 2000 – 2002

CERTIFICATIONS

HashiCorp Terraform Certified Associate

CompTIA Linux+ Certified CE

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

CompTIA A+ Certified CE

Certified Microsoft Office Specialist Master

Certified Microsoft Access Specialist

TECHNOLOGY & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Cloud Platforms & AWS Services

AWS Console, EC2, RDS, S3, EBS, FSx, VPC, Route Tables, Internet Gateway, ALB, NLB, Auto Scaling Groups (ASG), EKS, ECS, ECR, VDI, CIDR Configuration, Certificate Management (ACM)

Infrastructure as Code & Automation

Terraform, Ansible (YAML), Jenkins CI/CD Pipelines, GIT, GitHub, Bitbucket, Visual Studio Code, Linux, Bash, PowerShell

Monitoring, Logging & Performance

New Relic, AWS CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, JWT.io

Identity, Access & Security

AWS IAM, Okta, DUO (MFA) Microsoft Defender, Authenticator, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), LDAP, Zscaler, GlobalProtect, BitLocker, Certificate-Based Authentication

Collaboration & Productivity

Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce

Endpoint & Device Management (Supporting Experience)

Microsoft Intune, SCCM, Autopilot, Software Center, RDP, LogMeIn, TeamViewer

DevOps, ITSM & Governance

Jira, VersionOne, SailPoint, ITIL, ServiceNow

Storage & Data Services

Amazon S3, Amazon EBS, Amazon FSx, OneDrive, SharePoint, iCloud, Dropbox

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