About Me

IT leader with a proven track record in DevOps, scripting, system administration, and AWS services. Experienced in leading teams, resolving complex technical challenges, and driving operational efficiency. Passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and achieving organizational success.

Professional Expertise

  • DevOps & System Administration: Expertise in AWS, Ansible, Cloudflare, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Automation & Development: Skilled in Python and bash scripting for efficient process automation.
  • Leadership: Managed teams, conducted performance reviews, and fostered professional growth.
  • Infrastructure Management: Experience in network security, system performance analysis, and troubleshooting.

Career Highlights

Independent Contractor

Independent Contractor / Cloud Manager (10/2024 - Present)

  • Maintain and monitor multiple AWS accounts, ensuring cost efficiency and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Created and manage GitLab and Jenkins servers to support CI/CD pipelines.
  • Implement strategies to optimize cloud performance, logging and security.

Businessolver, Des Moines, IA

DevOps - Tech Manager (06/2024 – 10/2024)

  • Lead a DevOps team, managing projects and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Oversee performance reviews and maintain clear communication across teams.

DevOps - Tech Owner (06/2023 – 06/2024)

  • Developed and prioritized workflows, ensuring operational excellence.
  • Managed on-call rotations and resolved critical incidents efficiently.

System Administrator / DevOps Engineer (02/2022 – 06/2023)

  • Automated processes using Ansible and Python.
  • Monitored security and performance using tools like Checkmk, Qualys, and QRadar.

Auto/Mate by DealerSocket, Albany, NY

Manager, Data Conversions (03/2020 – 02/2022)

  • Led a team of ten, ensuring high-quality data conversion for clients.
  • Standardized documentation for consistency and accuracy.

Systems Support Specialist (2011 – 2020)

  • Maintained corporate infrastructure and developed Python/Linux scripts for operational support.

Education

Associate in Occupational Studies - Information Technology

ITT Technical Institute, Albany, NY

  • Graduated with High Honors | National Vocational Technical Honor Society

Certifications & Skills

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Advanced scripting (Python, Bash)
  • Windows & Linux configuration
  • Network security and intrusion prevention

Beyond Work

  • ADK 46er: Climbed all 46 Adirondack High Peaks and pay yearly dues to maintain and support the mission of the ADK 46ers.
  • Scouting Leader: Over a decade of involvement as an adult leader and committee member.
  • Ride for Missing Children: Participant and volunteer since 2017. Committee member and technical liaison since 2022
  • Catholic Charities Host Home: Providing temporary housing for at-risk/runaway youth.