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• Specialized in securing software and cloud resources, creating unique solutions for CloudOne deployment in compliance with DoD requirements.• Developed automation pipelines that hardened Infrastructure as Code resources for deployment, enhancing security and efficiency.• Served hundreds of DoD software development teams, supporting web and mobile applications used in the field.• Implemented resource optimization strategies, resulting in a 30% reduction in cloud infrastructure costs, saving the Bespin (Air Force) an estimated $2.5 million annually.• Developed custom Kubernetes autoscaling scripts, improving application responsiveness by 40% while reducing idle resource usage by 25%.• Engineered a streamlined CI/CD pipeline using GitLab and Ansible, reducing average deployment time from 45 minutes to 8 minutes, an 82% improvement.• Created a suite of Python scripts for automated security auditing, reducing manual review time by 60% and improving overall security posture.• Implemented a Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code solution, reducing environment setup time from days to hours and ensuring 99.9% consistency across deployments.

I completed a comprehensive 24-week training program leveraging real-world projects and industry mentorship. During this period, I gained experience in CI/CD pipeline enhancement; containerization & orchestration; IaC and automation; server provisioning & security; and cloud infrastructurereproducibility.My key projects include:• Deploying Two-Tier Architecture with Terraform:- Designed and implemented VPC with public and private subnets, configured and deployed EC2 with Apache/NGINX web server and RDS MySQL database, and created security groups to control access.- Used Terraform Cloud for CI/CD to automate deployment and management.• Automating EC2 Instances with CloudWatch, Lambda (Python), and API Gateway:- Developed Python Lambda function using Boto3 library to identify and shut down tagged EC2 instances, created CloudWatch event rule to trigger Lambda function based on specified conditions or schedules, and configured API Gateway for manual Lambda function execution.• Deployed Jenkins Server and CI/CD Pipeline with Docker:- Used Docker CLI to run Jenkins, map ports, and create data persistence volume; extracted admin password, set up Jenkins instance, installed plugins, and created users; implemented Docker Compose file to define and run Jenkins configurations; and verified setup by launching new Jenkinscontainer with shared volume to ensure data persistence.• Deployed Web Server in Auto Scaling Group with Load Balancer viaTerraform:- Configured Amazon Linux AMI and defined subnets to ensure high availability using Terraform; implemented EC2 Auto Scaling Group and Application Load Balancer (ALB) for dynamic traffic management and resource scaling; and used S3 for Terraform state file storage and secure, efficientinfrastructure management.

Decatur, Alabama, United States

I performed cyber security for an aerospace launch systems manufacturer serving the defense industry and commercial clients. My role included designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and supporting on-premises and virtual environments, multisite WANs, VLANs, switches, routers, firewalls, wirelesstechnologies, protocols, and the overarching network architecture.My key achievements include:• Ensured systems met stringent NIST 800-171 standards by managing large-scale projects to remediate compliance gaps, effectively allocating resources to ensure on-time completion.• Optimized user management across distributed networks by implementing andmaintaining multi-site Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange environments.• Improved resource utilization and scalability for mission-critical systemsby spearheading deployment and supporting virtualization environments.

Long Beach, California, United States

I provided technical support for 1K employees across 12 locations, including triaging, troubleshooting, and resolving network and desktop issues. In addition, I managed Administrator Domain Controllers, Active Directories, and Group Policies.Key achievements include:• Enhanced collaboration and document management companywide by acting as subject matter expert for Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.• Minimized downtime by promptly resolving technical problems and partnering with third-party MSP (Synoptek) to address escalated tickets and print server errors.• Increased productivity and mobility by launching a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program, using Microsoft Intune for iOS and Android device management.

Greenbelt, Maryland, United States

I supported employees and VIP customers for high-profile WFIRST & TDRS-M projects, fully complying with audit policies and regulations. This involved maintaining server security, deploying virtual servers using approved platforms, updating computer configurations daily to align with changing security requirements, and tracking tasks/initiatives using Gemini.My key achievements include:• Instrumental in the success of vital national programs by providing support for the launch of TDRS-M Satellite Network and NASA's WFIRST mission.• Nominated as Rookie of the Year and received four NASA Agency Honor Awards for contributions to the launch of the TDRS-M communications satellite.

Greenbelt, Maryland, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States