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Newark, California, Us

- Lead Infrastructure and Architecture Fellow on iX Hello, a smart productivity suite and virtual assistant powered by Generative Artificial Intelligence• Providing leadership, guidance, and support to multiple teams to ensure product and project readiness and success.• Coordinating teams to work with each other within a Don't Repeat Yourself (DRY) methodology while upholding DevOps best practices within an on-prem and cloud hybrid environment.• Directly responsible for coaching and mentoring junior, mid-level and senior engineers and architects day-to-day to help ensure they are driving towards consistent and constant success.• Ensuring that short term, long term, and quarterly/annual goals are set and met by junior and mid-level engineers and architects under my care.• Working directly with senior and executive leadership to drive deliverables in an easy-to-understand and easy-to-digest manner.• Guiding project management teams to help keep them focused on the items that can be delivered and ensuring that expectations are set and driven accordingly.• Design and implementation of architecture and infrastructure across multiple service providers including but not limited to Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Platform.• Implementation of languages such as Ansible, Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Bicep, Google Cloud SDK, Python, PowerShell, BASH, Perl, etc.• Design and Develop Build and Release pipelines from scratch to fulfill various roles within an enterprise-wide capacity and being able to custom tailor specific pipelines to meet the requirements of various teams throughout a given organization.• Ability to review architecture, infrastructure, and deployed resources to ensure they are deployed within best practices and that they adhere to strict security guidelines.• Code review and approval for high-visibility, high-stakes items used both by internal personnel and by external customers.

Newark, California, Us

- Principal DevOps Architect and Team Lead assigned to T-Mobile- This is a Leadership role with 8 team members consisting of a solid mix of senior, mid-level, and junior-level engineers- Leader and key driver of innovation, change, and process improvement within the DevOps Engineering space- I am responsible for guiding my team to their "North Star" with guidance, mentorship, coaching, and education- I develop strategies, via documentation and presentation, that help better performance, effectiveness, and efficiencies within the team- I also develop documentation and help educate my team on how to select the best tools for each job and how to implement them effectivelyAs such, this role requires a thorough understanding of and the ability to communicate and educate others on DevOps Tools, Practices, Processes, and Philosophies which include but are not limited to: - The use of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Bicep, AWS CLI, Azure CLI, etc.) - The implementation of Configuration as Code (Typically, Ansible, Powershell, Python, BASH, etc.) - The best applications of a CI/CD workflow and how to implement them effectively - Understanding of Agile vs Waterfall methodologies and how to best suit them for a given environment

Nashville, Us

Soft Skills:Part of a decision making team with key roles in the planning of infrastructure, technical, and purchase decisions. Taking initiative to help lead peer-level and higher-ups towards stronger, more efficient, workflows with greater communication standards.Developing plans of action for employees of all levels to greatly improve workflow effectiveness.Taking charge to fill in the gaps of experience regarding Change Management, DevOps Infrastructure, DevOps Processes, and Cloud OrganizationAbility to actively contribute to teams of varying size and technical skill as well as being able to step forward and lead additional teams when needed. Technical Acumen: Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Architect and DevOps Engineering Professional level of work processing (Certifications coming soon!)GitHub Platform utilized for Source Code Management, Workflows, and PipelinesCreating and Maintaining GitHub Actions and Workflows for Security, Pipeline, and Infrastructure as Code validation. Strong working knowledge of Ansible including developing playbooks from scratch.Strong working knowledge of Terraform including developing templates and modules from scratch.Strong working knowledge of BASH and Python scriptingAbility to read and debug code written in other, less familiar, languages.A growing understanding of Kubernetes (EKS) for containerization and multi-platform infrastructure administration. Linux Systems Administration including Basic Systems-based Networking utilizing IP TablesCross-Platform administration to troubleshoot issues in Linux, MacOS X,11 and 12, as well as Windows.

Indianapolis, In, Us

Soft Skills:Leadership Role. Leader of two teams totaling 6 employees. Key Decision Maker in infrastructure, personnel, technical, and purchase decisions. Taking initiative to help lead peer-level and higher-ups towards stronger, more efficient, workflows with greater communication standards.Developing plans of action for employees of all levels to greater improve workflow effectiveness.Taking charge to fill in the gaps of experience regarding Change Management, DevOps Infrastructure, DevOps Processes, and Cloud OrganizationAbility to actively contribute to teams of varying size and technical skill as well as being able to step forward and lead additional teams when needed. Technical Acumen: AWS and Microsoft Azure Certified Architect and DevOps Engineering Professional level of work processing (Certifications coming soon!)Utilizing Azure DevOps for Source Code Management and VersioningStrong working knowledge of Ansible including developing playbooks from scratch.Strong working knowledge of Terraform including developing templates and modules from scratch.Strong working knowledge of BASH and Python scriptingAbility to read and debug code written in other, less familiar, languages.A growing understanding of Kubernetes (EKS and AKS) and Docker for containerization and multi-platform infrastructure administration. Linux Systems Administration including Basic Systems-based Networking utilizing IP TablesCross-Platform administration to troubleshoot issues in Linux, MacOS X,11 and 12, as well as Windows.

Carmel, United States, Us

• Soft Skills: ◦ Consultant with assignments to various companies large and small. ◦ Requires a succinct understanding of the unique challenges faced by very small businesses, startups ◦ Simultaneously requires a firm understanding in large business decision makingand the unique challenges within ◦ Taking charge to fill in the gaps of experience regarding Change Management, DevOps Infrastructure, DevOps Processes, and Cloud Organization ◦ Quickly adapting to the rapid and sudden change that comes with consulting frombusiness to business. ◦ Ability to actively contribute to teams of varying size and technical skill as well as being able to step forward and lead a team when needed. • Technical Acumen: ◦ AWS Solutions Architect and DevOps Engineering Professional level of work processing (Certifications coming soon) ◦ Utilizing GitHub for Source Code Management and Versioning ◦ Microsoft Azure Solution Architect and DevOps Engineer level of work processing (Certifications coming soon) ◦ Terraform development, deployment, and debugging ◦ Strong working knowledge of Ansible ◦ Strong working knowledge of BASH and Python scripting ◦ Ability to read and debug code written in other, less familiar, languages. ◦ A growing understanding of Kubernetes (EKS and AKS) and Docker for containerization and multi-platform infrastructure administration. ◦ Linux Systems Administration including Basic Systems-based Networking utilizing IPTables • Cross-Platform administration to troubleshoot issues in Linux, MacOS X,11 and 12, as well as Windows.

Los Angeles (Pasadena), California, Us

Soft Skills:Requires a succinct understanding of the unique challenges faced by very small businesses and startupsHelping direct and grow a DevOps team from the ground up bringing my experience as a people leader to the table every day.Understanding that contribution is just as important as leadershipWorking with a community that has Minimal DevOps Infrastructure (documentation, structure, organization, etc.)Taking charge to fill in the gaps of experience regarding Change Management, DevOps Infrastructure, DevOps Processes, and Cloud OrganizationThorough understanding of Change Management to a degree which allows the teaching of processes and best practices throughout. Technical Acumen: Google Cloud Platform Administration to build efficient and effective cloud environments for a startupAtlassian Suite Administration with a focus in Confluence and JiraUtilizing GitHub for Source Code Management and VersioningUtilizing GitHub Actions for pipeline testing for code that runs outside of our Firewall/VPNUtilizing Google Cloud Platform’s Code Build for all resources within GCP or items within our Firewall/VPNTerraform development, deployment, and debuggingStrong working knowledge of sensibleStrong working knowledge of BASH and Python scriptingAbility to read and debug code written in other, less familiar, languages.OpenVPN Administration including work with the new-to-market OpenVPN Cloud API Cisco Meraki Configuration and AdministrationLinux Systems Administration including Basic Systems-based Networking utilizing IP TablesCross-Platform administration to troubleshoot issues in Linux, MacOS X,11 and 12, as well as Windows.

Boca Raton, Florida, Us

● Associate Director Level Role and Responsibility● Key Decision Maker for Purchases, Spending, and Cost Analysis● Key Decision Maker for All Cloud Projects and Automation Tasks● Management of Cloud Engineering Team with 2 direct reports.● Responsible for all contractors and sub-contractors assigned to Cloud Engineering. ● Report directly to Vice President and Senior Vice President. ● Instantiating and Pioneering best practices for utilization within the Cloud Space● Restructuring the mindset of the company to focus on Services over Servers and build resources in the cloud based on cost-first comparisons. ● Working closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance within our AWS Environments● Facilitating and Initiating the framework shift to an Agile Workshop and convert the philosophy of our work ethic over to that mindset● Closely working with senior management to facilitate the edification of internal and external members for best use of Cloud Engineering● Playing a critical role in the selection and hiring of potential candidates ● Helping to maintain a Cloud First mindset for all future endeavors within the Company● Building and Maintaining of CI/CD Pipelines● AWS CLI Scripting● CloudFormation and Terraform templating● PowerShell Development and Debugging● Python Development and Debugging namely utilizing Boto3 and PyRequests

Chicago, Illinois, Us

● Hire-management as well as team leadership and career coaching● Developing new strategies for Cloud Best Practices● Developing new processes for on-prem integration and migration to cloud● Leading many projects for multi-tenancy/multi-cloud integration● Pioneering a Cloud-First Initiative within organization● Innovating processes and applications for use in a DevOps Cloud infrastructure● Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineering and Automation● Jenkins Engineering, Automation, Orchestration and Administration● Cloudformation, Terraform and Azure Resource Management Templating● Powershell Development and Debugging● Python Development and Debugging● Azure DevOps Repo and Pipeline Development● Agile Workshop

Arlington, Va, Us

Pioneering the CI/CD and AGILE mindset throughout Raytheon's Indianapolis region by introducing new tools and re-imagining previously existing tool. Showing that DevOps is not just a job title but a mentality and way of life that must be fully embraced to take full advantage of the changing architecture of today's technological world. ● Jenkins Engineering, Automation, Orchestration and Administration● Ansibile Development, Engineering, Automation and Administration● Cloudformation Templating and Development● Working with DoD Class and UnClass projects● Functioning in the Atlassian Suite of Tools● Python Development and Debugging● BASH Development and Debugging● Developing and Strategizing best practices for Infrastructure as Code implementation.● Working with local teams to pioneer CI/CD practices for onprem and cloud infrastructure and software deployments. Co-developing strategies for migration to a serverless environment

Helping to build, shape and develop the devops mindset within the Dental Hero and Tesia groups while improving and streamlining existing functions as we transition from on-prem to hybrid to full cloud integration of our web and local applications. ● Jenkins Engineering, Automation, Orchestration and Administration● Ansibile Development, Engineering, Automation and Administration● Cloudformation Templating and Development● Python Development and Debugging● BASH Development and Debugging● Developing and Strategizing best practices for Infrastructure as Code implementation.● Working with local teams to pioneer CI/CD practices for onprem and cloud infrastructure and software deployments. ● Co-developing strategies for migration to a serverless environment

Orlando, Florida, Us

Continuous Integration and Deployment of development, non-production and production code, software and other technologies using automation and orchestration tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, UDeploy, Python, Perl and BASH.Developing and Maintaining a working expertise in Linux environments with a working understanding of Windows servers and workstations.

Us

As a Unix Administrator, I am responsible for the administration of applications running on RedHat Linux 5 and 6, Solaris, as well as VMWare infrastructure/systems. I perform daily tasks within the scope of the role including but not limited to: health checks, routine maintenance, review patch/maintenance levels on applications, update and create documentation, deploy code, and proactively support the infrastructure in production and non-production environments. This role interacts directly with both internal and external customers on their applications.This position also interfaces with 3rd party Managed Services and vendors, as well as in-house IT to support WER's e-commerce systems, specifically for problem, incident and change management. Provide level 1 & 2 incident response support for the enterprise production and non-production environments. This roles required skills include but are not limited to:• RedHat Linux 5 and 6• VMWare 5 (Design and Deployment)• Solaris 10• NTP and LDAP Management and Maintenance• Centrify and Active Directory Administration• Shell, Perl and Python Scripting• Deploying code and software• SAS and Hyperion Expertise• High Availability Concepts• Storage Technology Knowledge and Application• Perform Backup and Restore Services• Strong and proven self-sufficiency, initiative and work ethic. • On-call support including weekend/holiday availability. • Assist IT personnel in a consulting capacity in order to ensure project success.

Indianapolis, Indiana, Us

• Eli Lilly Alternate Work Environment (AWE) Systems Administration• Developed, in my first 3 months, a ground breaking and production changing application for an entire team to use with Eli Lilly’s drug database. • SAS Grid Unix Administration [SASGrid]• SAS Drug Development (SDD) Systems Administration• Software Development (Java) via SAS Drug Development environment • Python Script and Application Development• Microsoft PowerShell Scripting• Microsoft Batch (.BAT) Scripting• Amazon Web Service Administration (EC2, EBS, S3)• Linux Red Hat 6 Systems Administration• Unix Systems Administration

As an IT Consultant, I am responsible for and normally expected to perform all duties within a broad spectrum of Information Technology. From end user support to enterprise server level configuration, management and repair. I have had to and continue to handle it all while maintaining strict discipline and a timely schedule. Duties Specific To This Contract:• Windows and Apple Desktop/Laptop break/fix.• Mobile device support of Android and iOS Devices. • SSH (via Putty) into Zimbra Prod and Dev Linux Boxes• JIRA system integration and use• Amazon Web Services (AWS) support and administration. (EC2 and S3)• PHP Debugging and Refactoring• Perl scripting and debugging. • Windows Mobile 6.1 break/fix with Motorola MC3100• Dell-centric environment with support of desktops, laptops and ultrabooks. • Hands-on training with Amazon developers in an enterprise environment. • Zimbra (ZCS) Email Server Administration, Setup and Configuration

*Information Solutions and Data Consultant for Trade Shows and Conventions nationwide.*100% travel up to twice a week to reach sites.*Ability to maintain and work under a tight, hectic and dynamic ever-changing schedule.*Ability to assert time management and self-policing to ensure times and deadlines are kept.*Ability to enhance and self-motivate to complete shifts of up to 20 hours per day. Sometimes with little to no breaks during show days. *Adaptability in project roles and management. Versatility in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. *Full working knowledge of Windows 7, XP, 2000 and 98*Full knowledge of Desktop, Laptop and Tablet hardware, software and firmware. Platforms include Dell, Lenovo, HP, etc.*Working knowledge of iOS4 for Apple Mobile Products*Complete working knowledge of Xerox, Sharp, Ricoh and other network printer configuration andsetup.*Full printer support, both local and network via TCP/IP, Print Servers, USB, LPT1, Wifi and Bluetooth. Printers include Lexmark, Epson, Xerox, Canon, Fuji, HP and Dell.*Played pivotal role in design of SLA management and compliance system for 2012 forward.*Routing, Switching and TCP/IP configuration exposure and full working use*Strong inclusion of Client and Personnel Interaction and Soft Skill application such as working with clients/users face-to-face and over the phone in order to resolve issues.*Strong project management skills*Management of up to 30 PCs, Laptops and Tablets at a single show*Strong problem solving and issue resolution ability.*Complete and thorough understanding of TCP/IP and FTP protocol and application.*Thorough knowledge in VPN installation, configuration and support.*Full knowledge and understanding of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Oak Brook, Il, Us

*DCSE Parts Dispatch, Swapping, and Repair*Dell KACE Management*Full Understanding of Active Directory Management, including GPO creation and MAC setup.*100% travel up to twice a week to reach sites.*Ability to maintain and work under a tight, hectic and dynamic ever-changing schedule.*Ability to assert time management and self-policing to ensure times and deadlines are kept.*Strong problem solving and issue resolution ability.*Strong project management skills

Data Migration Technician from Windows XP to Windows 7Thin Client SupportRemote Data ManagementDesktop Support (Post Installation)Client and End User Support and ServiceCAT-5 CablingApplication Configuration and Support

Alpharetta, Ga, Us

Desktop support technician in charge of managing, troubleshooting, and repairing all hardware and software based issues within the network for laptop and desktop PCs as well as printers, mobile devices (including iPad, iPhone, Blackberry, Android, etc), servers, switches and routers.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Managed both remote and local users to maintain maximum system efficiency throughout the network. Maintained both PC and Mac systems as well as printers, mobile devices and network devices.

Certification, Linux Systems Administration, Aws And Scripting

Certification (Other), Computer Programming

Certification, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology

High School Diploma, Academics