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Liberty Hill, TX, US

Bermuda (Pembroke, HM), BM

Austin, Texas, US

• Managed Azure and AWS deployments, collaborating with teams to enhance cloud security, troubleshoot issues, and control costs.
• Experienced in administering Azure Active Directory (AAD), implementing identity and access management solutions, and configuring users, groups, and devices for secure and seamless access. Leveraged advanced features.
• Developed and executed cloud security policies and best practices, aligning with industry regulations.
• Skilled in implementing and managing containerization solutions, optimizing deployment processes, and managing applications efficiently across varying environments.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate the migration from on-premises to cloud infrastructure.
• Facilitated seamless and secure communication between disparate Azure virtual networks through meticulous VNet peering configurations, ensuring optimal network performance and security.

Tokyo, Japan, JP

• Engaged directly with customers to personalize cloud security solutions and comprehend unique requirements.
• Innovated labs, demos, and customer PoC environments using Terraform and CloudFormation.
• Demonstrated Trend Micro's applications via Azure and AWS, enriching customer experience.
• Led Network Security PoC deployments in Azure, offering continued support.
• Crafted cutting-edge solutions on cloud platforms, catering to specific client business needs.
• Directed the design, deployment, and management of cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure.

Chicago, Illinois, US

• Administered and automated AWS cloud environments, deploying across multiple platforms.
• Collaborated with developers, integrating open-source technologies for optimized application design.
• Created Disaster Recovery plans for AWS platforms, supported by architectural diagrams.
• Managed operational dashboards using Graphite and Grafana, providing dedicated 24/7 support.

• Oversaw Windows and Linux environments, leveraging tools like Chef, VMware, and AWS.
• Executed improvements to streamline deployment and administration, including automation of backups.
• Maintained system health, resolving data center alerts, and performing software upgrades.

Austin, TX, US

• Utilized Windows Server expertise to maintain primary and DR Data Centers.
• Ensured functionality and compliance through Cluster Failover services and adherence to standards.
• Preserved system integrity through backup operations, server patch management, and meticulous planning.

Round Rock, Texas, US

• Managed virtualized environments, performed daily Data Center upkeep, and executed domain migrations.
• Designed robust backup, recovery, and high-availability environments in AWS.
• Led monthly deployments and mentored helpdesk staff, showcasing collaboration skills.

• Orchestrated comprehensive quality assurance, including creation, execution, and maintenance of Risk Assessments, Test Plans, Test Cases, and Benchmarking Plans, utilizing tools such as CVS, VMware, SourceSafe.
• Executed and managed software tests, including regression testing, GUI automation tool evaluation, and maintained beta programs for all pre-released products.
• Assisted Software Engineers in troubleshooting Enterprise Software solutions, identified product quality issues and functionality errors, and supported Sales Engineers and Product Support Technicians at Tier 3.
• Led key projects such as Consistency Verification Tests for Microsoft Certification, maintained the QA lab and equipment, and analyzed benchmark data of Winternals and competitor products.

Associates Of Applied Science, Computer Science

Certification Of Network Administration, Computer Science