Lead Devops Engineer and Project Manager
FGN
(Internet and Information Technology, 10-50 employees)
Keywords
DevOps
Automation
Infrastructure Management
Safety Principles
Linux
Ansible
Innovation
Agriculture
Business Efficiency
Communications Security
Skills
As a seasoned DevOps Engineer, I bring a robust portfolio of experience and skills to any potential client, showing my proficiency in both the technical and collaborative aspects of the field. My career has been defined by pivotal roles in innovative projects, ensuring efficient and secure development environments that align with organizational goals and stakeholder needs.
One of my key projects was the Real-Time Framework (RTF) initiative, where I was instrumental from the initial concept discussions with stakeholders to the refinement of functionalities based on their feedback. My role encompassed establishing the foundational infrastructure, integrating remote debugging capabilities, and creating a user-friendly portal. I also enabled remote setup and maintenance, ensuring the framework's usability and efficiency. Throughout this process, I prioritized collaboration, consistently aligning the project's direction with stakeholder expectations and making continuous improvements to enhance the system's overall performance.
In my role as a Lead DevOps Engineer and Project Manager, I have extensive experience with Continuous Deployment/Continuous Integration (CD/CI) pipelines, leveraging tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Maven, and Git. I designed and implemented Helm Charts for Blue/Green Kubernetes Deployment, which facilitates seamless updates with minimal downtime. Additionally, I implemented advanced encryption protocols within the Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data. My work included developing Ansible Playbooks and Roles for automated application deployment and task automation. I also designed a Proof of Concept (PoC) for a service mesh using Istio, significantly improving service discovery, reliability, and visibility within microservices environments.
My expertise extends to automating OS image creation in VMWare using Ansible and deploying digital certificate management systems to secure communication and authentication across networked environments. I have collaborated with cross-functional teams to conduct risk assessments and implement industry best practices, bolstering overall cybersecurity resilience. My ability to develop and enable external hardware support and Virtual Host Channel Interface (VHCI) support in a multi-stage containerized environment has been pivotal in maintaining operational efficiency and security.
As a DevOps Architect from July 2022 to January 2023, I defined, implemented, and set up a deliverable Linux software development environment. This role involved analyzing various market options for virtualizing software development (such as VirtualBox and Vagrant) and ensuring functionality, maintainability, and performance. I facilitated easy management and provisioning of information for Linux and Windows VMs, and enabled scalable Continuous Engineering Process (CEP) environments to deliver pre-configured clients based on host type definitions. I also managed client base images, implemented IT standard services for scalable farm management, and provided VM refresh capabilities triggered by user or CI for Windows clients.
Additionally, I implemented centralized scanning for Open Source usage, enhancing compliance and security within development processes. My proficiency in diagnosing and resolving PKI infrastructure issues, along with developing and executing incident response plans, underscores my capability to manage and mitigate security incidents effectively.
In summary, my comprehensive experience in DevOps engineering, combined with my strategic approach to project management and deep technical expertise, positions me as a valuable asset to any organization seeking to optimize their development operations, enhance security, and ensure robust, scalable infrastructure solutions.
One of my key projects was the Real-Time Framework (RTF) initiative, where I was instrumental from the initial concept discussions with stakeholders to the refinement of functionalities based on their feedback. My role encompassed establishing the foundational infrastructure, integrating remote debugging capabilities, and creating a user-friendly portal. I also enabled remote setup and maintenance, ensuring the framework's usability and efficiency. Throughout this process, I prioritized collaboration, consistently aligning the project's direction with stakeholder expectations and making continuous improvements to enhance the system's overall performance.
In my role as a Lead DevOps Engineer and Project Manager, I have extensive experience with Continuous Deployment/Continuous Integration (CD/CI) pipelines, leveraging tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Maven, and Git. I designed and implemented Helm Charts for Blue/Green Kubernetes Deployment, which facilitates seamless updates with minimal downtime. Additionally, I implemented advanced encryption protocols within the Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data. My work included developing Ansible Playbooks and Roles for automated application deployment and task automation. I also designed a Proof of Concept (PoC) for a service mesh using Istio, significantly improving service discovery, reliability, and visibility within microservices environments.
My expertise extends to automating OS image creation in VMWare using Ansible and deploying digital certificate management systems to secure communication and authentication across networked environments. I have collaborated with cross-functional teams to conduct risk assessments and implement industry best practices, bolstering overall cybersecurity resilience. My ability to develop and enable external hardware support and Virtual Host Channel Interface (VHCI) support in a multi-stage containerized environment has been pivotal in maintaining operational efficiency and security.
As a DevOps Architect from July 2022 to January 2023, I defined, implemented, and set up a deliverable Linux software development environment. This role involved analyzing various market options for virtualizing software development (such as VirtualBox and Vagrant) and ensuring functionality, maintainability, and performance. I facilitated easy management and provisioning of information for Linux and Windows VMs, and enabled scalable Continuous Engineering Process (CEP) environments to deliver pre-configured clients based on host type definitions. I also managed client base images, implemented IT standard services for scalable farm management, and provided VM refresh capabilities triggered by user or CI for Windows clients.
Additionally, I implemented centralized scanning for Open Source usage, enhancing compliance and security within development processes. My proficiency in diagnosing and resolving PKI infrastructure issues, along with developing and executing incident response plans, underscores my capability to manage and mitigate security incidents effectively.
In summary, my comprehensive experience in DevOps engineering, combined with my strategic approach to project management and deep technical expertise, positions me as a valuable asset to any organization seeking to optimize their development operations, enhance security, and ensure robust, scalable infrastructure solutions.
Project history
05/2021
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Present
I played a key role in the development and implementation of the Real-Time Framework (RTF) project, from initial concept discussions with stakeholders to the refinement of functionalities based on feedback. This involved establishing basic infrastructure, integrating remote debugging capabilities, creating a user-friendly portal, and enabling remote setup and maintenance. Throughout the process, I prioritized collaboration, ensuring stakeholder needs were met and improvements were continuously made to enhance usability and efficiency.
CD/CI, Docker and Kubernetes , Jenkins, Maven, Git. Design and Implemented
Helm Charts for Blue/Green Kubernetes Deployment.
Implemented advanced encryption protocols within the PKI infrastructure, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data.
Developed Ansible Playbooks, Roles for application deployment, task automation. Implemented and designed a PoC for a service mesh using Istio
Automating the OS image creation in VMWare using Ansible. Designed and deployed digital certificate management systems, ensuring secure communication and authentication across various networked environments.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting risk assessments, and implementing industry best practices to safeguard sensitive information and bolster overall cyber security resilience.
Developed and enabling external hardware support and VHCI support, and install specified software dependencies using a multi-stage containered environment
Implemented advanced encryption protocols within the PKI infrastructure, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data. The project also included the development and implementation of incident response plans, enhancing the organization's overall cyber resilience and preparedness for potential security incidents.
Collaborating with development and operations teams to streamline deployments, improve service discovery, and implement fine-grained access controls. The Service Mesh implementation resulted in increased application reliability, reduced latency, and enhanced visibility into the distributed system, contributing to a more resilient and secure micro-services environment.
Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving issues within the PKI infrastructure.
Skill in developing and executing incident response plans for PKI-related security incidents.
CD/CI, Docker and Kubernetes , Jenkins, Maven, Git. Design and Implemented
Helm Charts for Blue/Green Kubernetes Deployment.
Implemented advanced encryption protocols within the PKI infrastructure, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data.
Developed Ansible Playbooks, Roles for application deployment, task automation. Implemented and designed a PoC for a service mesh using Istio
Automating the OS image creation in VMWare using Ansible. Designed and deployed digital certificate management systems, ensuring secure communication and authentication across various networked environments.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting risk assessments, and implementing industry best practices to safeguard sensitive information and bolster overall cyber security resilience.
Developed and enabling external hardware support and VHCI support, and install specified software dependencies using a multi-stage containered environment
Implemented advanced encryption protocols within the PKI infrastructure, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data. The project also included the development and implementation of incident response plans, enhancing the organization's overall cyber resilience and preparedness for potential security incidents.
Collaborating with development and operations teams to streamline deployments, improve service discovery, and implement fine-grained access controls. The Service Mesh implementation resulted in increased application reliability, reduced latency, and enhanced visibility into the distributed system, contributing to a more resilient and secure micro-services environment.
Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving issues within the PKI infrastructure.
Skill in developing and executing incident response plans for PKI-related security incidents.
07/2022
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01/2023
DevOps Architect
Infineon Technologies AG
(Internet and Information Technology, >10.000 employees)
Definition, implementation and set-up a deliverable Linux SW development environment for fast startup and harmonization of the system for all users (e.g. virtualization, containerization). Automation and management of host types to apply defined configuration and orchestration (e.g. Ansible, API, ...).
Scope and deliverables:
Analyze various market options to virtualize SW development (VirtualBox, Vagrant, etc.) in regards to functionality, maintainability and performance. Easy management and information provisioning for Linux and Windows VM's. Easy increase of Resources of VM's and self services to reset. Docker on Window VM's and Linux VM's. Scalable CEP environment to get a pre-configured CEP client based on Host type definition
Client base images:
Select & implement IT base client images: Implement and document means to define self-managed images.
IT standard service defined for SW teams to scale their farm for Linux regression (with all connectivities, VM/VDIs requests & management).
Provide VM refresh triggered by user/CI for Windows clients (incl. support of Windows Docker, WSL2).
FOSS:
Implementation of centralized scan possibility for OpenSource usage.
Scope and deliverables:
Analyze various market options to virtualize SW development (VirtualBox, Vagrant, etc.) in regards to functionality, maintainability and performance. Easy management and information provisioning for Linux and Windows VM's. Easy increase of Resources of VM's and self services to reset. Docker on Window VM's and Linux VM's. Scalable CEP environment to get a pre-configured CEP client based on Host type definition
Client base images:
Select & implement IT base client images: Implement and document means to define self-managed images.
IT standard service defined for SW teams to scale their farm for Linux regression (with all connectivities, VM/VDIs requests & management).
Provide VM refresh triggered by user/CI for Windows clients (incl. support of Windows Docker, WSL2).
FOSS:
Implementation of centralized scan possibility for OpenSource usage.
04/2022
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08/2022
DevOps Engineer
CompuGroup Germany AG
(Internet and Information Technology, >10.000 employees)
Implementation Service Mesh using Istio. Setup ELK stack with security (SSL/TLS) providing Elastic-search security and new APM functionality. ELK stack deployment on k8s. Configmaps, deployment and demo ArgoCD deployment, implementation and demo Hashicorp Vault, designing and building of the development systems using Helm Charts
11/2020
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05/2021
Devops Engineer with DTAG (Deutsche Telekom)
Deutsche Telekom
(Telecommunications, >10.000 employees)
Kubernetes infrastructure build, Ingress setup, Cluster setup, PV/PVC implementation, application deployment, Jenkins pipeline, Ansible, AWX/Ansible tower.
12/2019
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05/2021
Service Offering Manager (SOM) for Middleware components (WebSphere MQ Broker for Global and Central Europe)
IBM
(Internet and Information Technology, >10.000 employees)
Service Offering Manager (SOM) for Middleware components (WebSphere MQ Broker a and Apache Tomcat) Service shaping (including: Technical specifications Documents, security documents), Service definition, Service lifecycle, Help with escalations from squads Consumption accuracy, Audits' handling, projects support and awareness, Service status reporting, Production Manager shifts coverage. Managing projecting in various technologies including Kubernetes, Docker containers, Helm charts , OpenShift , Monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana. Working on CI/CD of micro-services with Kubernetes, automating infrastructure provisioning and configuration. Orchestrated the integration of advanced security technologies, including intrusion detection systems and threat intelligence feeds, to proactively identify and mitigate potential cyber threats. Additionally, developed and executed a PKI overhaul to strengthen cryptographic key management, certificate lifecycle management, and enforce secure communication protocols. Developing and automating tasks. Task automation, service management and application deployment using Bash scripting.
05/2018
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05/2021
Subject Matter Expert for Distributed Systems - Middleware Technologies
IBM
(Internet and Information Technology, >10.000 employees)
Planning, design,management, execution and reporting of automated tests - using appropriate testing tools and techniques - to ensure that applications under test (new and amended) conform to exacting standards responsible for building new automated suite of tests as well as maintaining and enhancing the existing suite of tests. This role is also responsible for providing reports, analysis and recommendations based on the test execution results.
- Work effectively individually and with team members toward customer satisfaction and success
- Assist in creating test automation solutions for client and/or internal review
- Participate in client meetings to communicate status or give demos
- Evaluate the functional and non-functional requirements for testability and suitability for automation
- Responsible for providing the effort estimates in an agile environment
- Responsible for applying automated tools to support the testing of applications across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle;
- Responsible for developing the test automation strategy and focus specifically on maximizing reuse for regression purposes;
- Responsible for developing and maintaining appropriate automation frameworks
- Kubernetes infrastructure build
- Ingress setup, Cluster setup
- PV/PVC implementation
04/2015
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01/2018
Middleware System Administrator Specialist Level 3
IBM Delivery Center
(Internet and Information Technology, >10.000 employees)
Providing complex (2nd/3rd level) services on Middleware layer/infrastructure
for corporate clients from various branches of business (financial, automotive, logistic, etc.)
mainly from EU.
Work with technologies like WebSphere Application Server, Apache, Proxy
Servers, JBoss.
* Incident management - solution/troubleshooting of technical incidents in production
environment
* Problem management - analysis of repeating incidents, preparation of root cause
analysis
* Change management - implementations of changes (configuration, deployment,
installation, etc.)
* Projects - proposals/design/build new production environments for clients;
communication and cooperation with other teams from various locations
for corporate clients from various branches of business (financial, automotive, logistic, etc.)
mainly from EU.
Work with technologies like WebSphere Application Server, Apache, Proxy
Servers, JBoss.
* Incident management - solution/troubleshooting of technical incidents in production
environment
* Problem management - analysis of repeating incidents, preparation of root cause
analysis
* Change management - implementations of changes (configuration, deployment,
installation, etc.)
* Projects - proposals/design/build new production environments for clients;
communication and cooperation with other teams from various locations
03/2012
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04/2015
Remote Support Services Specialist
IBM; IBM Egypt
(Internet and Information Technology, >10.000 employees)
* Remote Software Support Specialist for IBM US Clients,
* For IBM's US & European Middle East Africa clients Software Support
* Services for the AIX operating system
* Providing initial remote technical software support for AIX to clients
* Interacting with client and IBM functions consistently until problem solution
* Applying problem solving techniques
* Responding to client queries, providing timely resolutions to client issues
* Maintaining highest client satisfaction
* Maintaining positive client relationships even in severe and pressurized situations
* Performing problem management and end-to-end problem ownership
* Logging all related activities for each customer query and handling client data
securely
* Participating in scheduled off shift (call out)
* For IBM's US & European Middle East Africa clients Software Support
* Services for the AIX operating system
* Providing initial remote technical software support for AIX to clients
* Interacting with client and IBM functions consistently until problem solution
* Applying problem solving techniques
* Responding to client queries, providing timely resolutions to client issues
* Maintaining highest client satisfaction
* Maintaining positive client relationships even in severe and pressurized situations
* Performing problem management and end-to-end problem ownership
* Logging all related activities for each customer query and handling client data
securely
* Participating in scheduled off shift (call out)
06/2011
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02/2012
International account adviser
Vodafone International Services
(Telecommunications, >10.000 employees)
* Dealing with customer enquirers by telephone
* Attempting to resolve all enquirers on first contact with the caller.
* Making sure that all telephone calls are answered promptly.
* Dealing with customers' queries, requests, orders or complaints.
* Following up customers by calling them back.
* Essentially receiving up to 50 incoming calls from customers daily
* Identifying and escalating priority issues or customer complaints.
* Dealing with all escalated complaints and inquiries efficiently and effectively,
handling difficult and aggressive customers in a professional manner
* Recording all queries and making notes on logging software
* Attempting to resolve all enquirers on first contact with the caller.
* Making sure that all telephone calls are answered promptly.
* Dealing with customers' queries, requests, orders or complaints.
* Following up customers by calling them back.
* Essentially receiving up to 50 incoming calls from customers daily
* Identifying and escalating priority issues or customer complaints.
* Dealing with all escalated complaints and inquiries efficiently and effectively,
handling difficult and aggressive customers in a professional manner
* Recording all queries and making notes on logging software
Certifications
Red Hat Certified Engineer
Red Hat
2021
• C4040-108: Enterprise Technical Support for AIX and Linux -v2
IBM
2019
IBM Certified Solution Advisor - Cloud Computing Architecture V5
IBM
2018
AIX 7 System Administration
IBM
2017
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