Cloud Engineer

Introduction:

Technical Lead with 9+ years of experience specializing in cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and system administration. Expertise in managing high-security Windows servers, VMware platforms, and implementing continuous integration and deployment strategies. Proficient in using DevOps methodologies, automation tools, and Agile frameworks to improve efficiency and reliability in various IT environments. Led internal and external teams in troubleshooting, system optimizations, and infrastructure management. Adept at mentoring junior teams and communicating technical requirements to non-technical stakeholders. Demonstrated success in system administration, security patching, and server migrations. Strong background in virtualization, storage solutions, and networking. Excellent problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless operation of critical applications and services.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain high-security Windows servers on VMware platforms
• Implement continuous integration and deployment strategies for faster release cycles
• Troubleshoot and optimize cloud infrastructure in multi-location support teams
• Administer and configure virtual infrastructures using VMware and vCenter
• Automate deployment and configuration tasks using Ansible and PowerShell
• Conduct rigorous testing and ensure technical scalability of projects
• Serve as primary escalation point for L3 support teams
• Lead server migration from physical to virtual environments
• Ensure adherence to security protocols and deploy regular security patches
• Mentor junior staff and conduct training sessions for new hires