As a Cloud Architect, I lead the design, deployment, and management of enterprise-level cloud infrastructure, supporting key banking applications. My responsibilities include: • Architecting and implementing robust OpenShift/Kubernetes clusters to run production systems for critical applications, including onboarding, mortgage services, and small business solutions. • Building cloud infrastructure from the ground up, encompassing networking, security, and scalability to ensure… Show more As a Cloud Architect, I lead the design, deployment, and management of enterprise-level cloud infrastructure, supporting key banking applications. My responsibilities include: • Architecting and implementing robust OpenShift/Kubernetes clusters to run production systems for critical applications, including onboarding, mortgage services, and small business solutions. • Building cloud infrastructure from the ground up, encompassing networking, security, and scalability to ensure reliable, high-performance operations. • Leading migration initiatives, successfully transitioning legacy on-premises applications to cloud environments, enhancing agility, resilience, and cost efficiency. Show less

In this role, I was responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimization of critical systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and secure operations. Key responsibilities included: • Supporting, maintaining, and updating development servers to ensure optimal performance and availability. • Collaborating with the development team to deploy the correct packages and software to the appropriate servers, aligning with project… Show more In this role, I was responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimization of critical systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and secure operations. Key responsibilities included: • Supporting, maintaining, and updating development servers to ensure optimal performance and availability. • Collaborating with the development team to deploy the correct packages and software to the appropriate servers, aligning with project requirements. • Performing database maintenance, including backups and restores, to safeguard critical data. • Continuously documenting and evaluating emerging technologies for potential integration to enhance operational efficiency. • Conducting routine maintenance on essential infrastructure, including replacing hardware, applying software updates, and provisioning equipment and accounts for new hires. • Managing user accounts and access controls (AD/IPA), including creation, modification, and deletion as requested. • Troubleshooting system issues across multiple platforms to ensure minimal downtime and seamless operations. • Addressing network equipment issues, including routers, switches, and access points, to maintain reliable connectivity across the organization. Show less

In this role, I led the design, implementation, and management of complex networking and DevOps infrastructures, bringing over 10 years of experience in networking, systems engineering, and cloud environments. My responsibilities included:Networking: • Over 10 years of experience as a Linux-based network administrator, specializing in networking, infrastructure, and IT operations. • Hands-on experience in designing and expanding wired (copper/fiber) and wireless broadband… Show more In this role, I led the design, implementation, and management of complex networking and DevOps infrastructures, bringing over 10 years of experience in networking, systems engineering, and cloud environments. My responsibilities included:Networking: • Over 10 years of experience as a Linux-based network administrator, specializing in networking, infrastructure, and IT operations. • Hands-on experience in designing and expanding wired (copper/fiber) and wireless broadband networks, incorporating diverse technologies in large-scale environments. • Proficient in configuring and installing network equipment such as routers, firewalls, and Layer 2/3 switches (Cisco, Vyatta, HP).DevOps: • Led the development and automation of OpenShift/Kubernetes clusters, using Ansible for automation and managing on-demand scaling of Kubernetes nodes. • Built and deployed Hadoop clusters, working closely with Cloudera engineers to fine-tune production and development environments. • Ensured 24/7 security and uptime of production environments, coordinating with global teams to resolve infrastructure and code issues. • Implemented monitoring solutions for services using Kibana/Logstash and Grafana/Graphite, while creating automation scripts for backups and deployments. • Experience with Apache, Nginx, MySQL, HBase, and load balancing technologies (HAProxy, F5), and optimizing SOLR, YARN/MapReduce for better performance. • Built Jenkins clusters for automation and CI/CD, maintaining code repositories and documentation. • Worked with Rackspace engineers to maintain OpenStack environments and managed cloud platforms such as AWS, Rackspace, Softlayer, and DigitalOcean. Show less