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Damon Aliomrany

DevOps engineer
Portland,OR
Damon Aliomrany

Summary

Highly accomplished Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer with a proven track record of automating OS provisioning and building scalable cloud solutions. Expert in leveraging a diverse range of automation, virtualization, and monitoring technologies to enhance system reliability and optimize performance. Adept at bridging development and operations through strategic project planning and collaborative teamwork within Agile and Scrum frameworks.

Overview

14
years of professional experience
24
Certification
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Intel
Hillsboro, OR

Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer
06.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed a web application utilizing PXE, SQL, Python, Ansible, AWX, and shell scripting for automated lab inventory management, and generated Power BI reports to visualize inventory data.
  • Implemented virtual setups for developer and validation teams with Simics and LXC, reducing build time and complexity while enhancing availability.
  • Automated operating system provisioning using Linux bash, Python, and SQL to streamline deployment processes.

Intel
Hillsboro, OR

Computer Laboratory Technician
04.2021 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Implemented cloud solution platforms (PaaS) for Intel customers, enhancing data center efficiency and scalability.
  • Installed and maintained physical servers, peripherals, switches, and firewalls, ensuring optimal performance and security in the data center.
  • Developed a standard network diagram for PaaS, clarifying data center design and improving stakeholder communication.

Intel
Hillsboro, USA

Network Validation
12.2016 - 04.2021

Job overview

Executed driver certification using VMware Workbench, confirming functionality and reliability through Python script analysis.

Intel
Hillsboro, USA

Network Validation
01.2015 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Tested new Hi-Tec network components to ensure full functionality and feature performance.
  • Automated test cases using scripting languages such as PowerShell, Linux bash shell, and BusyBox.
  • Configured network devices, including Cisco and eXtreme switches, to establish a robust test environment.

Aryan co
Isfahan, Iran

Network Engineer
09.2013 - 06.2014

Job overview

  • Redesigned network architecture utilizing Cisco routers and switches to optimize performance and enhance routing, NAT, DHCP, and DNS for a national gas company.
  • Enhanced network security by correcting firewall configurations using Astaro, ensuring robust protection for gas industry operations.
  • Implemented MPLS and PTMP solutions for seamless external and internal communications, and established network monitoring with Solarwinds using SNMP v3 for Isfahan Gas Company.

BASA Company
Tehran, Iran

Network Engineer
02.2013 - 09.2013

Job overview

  • Assessed and identified current and future hardware, network, and security needs for IOEC, leveraging the TOGAF 9 framework.

Jooya Informatics Company
Isfahan, Iran

Network Engineer
03.2011 - 01.2013

Job overview

  • Administered, designed, and troubleshot LANs, WANs, internet/intranet, and voice networks for various projects, enhancing network reliability and performance.
  • Designed and implemented Layer 2 and 3 networks, including switches, routers, DHCP, DNS, NAT, routes, and firewalls for multiple companies, optimizing network infrastructure.
  • Implemented VoIP systems for several organizations using Cisco and Elastix technologies, improving communication efficiency and reducing operational costs.

Education

Portland State University
Portland, OR

M.D. from Computer Science
01.2019 - 06.2020

Safahan Institute
Isfahan, Iran

Bachelor of Science from Computer Engineering
09.2008 - 06.2011

Skills

Programming & Scripting

  • Scripting languages (Python, Shell, PowerShell)
  • Software development (Microservices, Web applications, CLI tools, API services)
  • Test automation (Unit tests, Integration tests)
  • Software documentation (READMEs, API docs, Code doctrines)

AI/ML in Coding

  • AI-Powered Development Tools: Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, ChatGPT, Manus, Perplexity, GitHub Copilot (VS Code Integration)
  • Internal AI/ML Tools: iGPT, MI6

Infrastructure & Cloud

  • Cloud solutions (Cloud Foundry, Automaton, AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Virtualization technologies (VMware ESXi, Proxmox, Simics, LXC, Docker)
  • OS provisioning (PXE, Kickstart, Ansible)
  • Hardware and software installation (Server racks, Network devices, OS deployment)
  • Direct server support (Hardware, Firmware, OS installation, Data center operations)
  • Operating systems (Linux, Unix, FreeBSD, Windows)
  • Linux environments (CLI, Shell scripting, System administration, Systemd, File systems, Networking Troubleshooting)
  • Database Management (SQL, NoSQL, Database migrations, Performance tuning)

Automation & CI/CD

  • Automation scripting (Python, Shell, PowerShell, AWX, Ansible)
  • Developer collaboration (CI/CD integration, VSCODE, Git)

Networking

  • Network configuration (Cisco, eXtreme, pfSense, VLANs, VXLANs, VPN, Firewalls)
  • Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, OSI Model, Routing, Switching, BGP, OSPF)
  • Networking Protocols (HTTP/S, DNS, FTP, SSH, VNC)

System Administration

  • System administration (Linux, Windows, User management, Resource management, Patching)
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting (System diagnostics, Log analysis, Performance tuning)
  • Troubleshooting Tools (tcpdump, netstat, iostat, strace, lsof)

Monitoring & Performance

  • Monitoring and logging (Zabbix, SolarWinds, Grafana, Splunk, syslog)
  • Dashboard creation (Power BI, Tableau, Grafana, Splunk)
  • Performance management (Load testing, Stress testing, Benchmarking, Bottleneck identification)

Project Management & Soft Skills

  • Data analysis (Power BI, Splunk, Grafana)
  • Analytical skills (Data interpretation, Trend analysis, Statistical analysis)
  • Technical documentation (Visio, ERD, UML, Markdown)
  • Project management (Agile, Scrum, JIRA)
  • Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Sprint planning)
  • Strategic project planning (Road mapping, Gap analysis, Technology assessment)
  • Time management (Prioritization, Task scheduling, Deadline management)
  • Defining requirements (Stakeholder interviews, Use cases, User stories, Functional specs)
  • Collaboration skills (Agile, Scrum, Cross-functional teams, Communication)
  • Problem solving (Root cause analysis, Debugging, Troubleshooting methodologies)
  • Problem-solving abilities (Critical thinking, Analytical reasoning, Troubleshooting)

Languages

  • Persian, Native
  • English, Fluent

Personal Information

Gender: Male

Certification

  • Python for Data Science and AI
  • Databases and SQL for Data Science
  • Ansible Tower Overview
  • Complete DevOps Ansible Automation Training
  • PowerBI Zero to Hero
  • High Availability cluster with PROXMOX and CEPH
  • Learning Linux Shell Scripting

Languages

Persian
Native language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Affiliations

  • Volleyball
  • PC gaming
  • Board games

Timeline

Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer

Intel
06.2021 - Current

Computer Laboratory Technician

Intel
04.2021 - 06.2021

Portland State University

M.D. from Computer Science
01.2019 - 06.2020

Network Validation

Intel
12.2016 - 04.2021

Network Validation

Intel
01.2015 - 11.2016

Network Engineer

Aryan co
09.2013 - 06.2014

Network Engineer

BASA Company
02.2013 - 09.2013

Network Engineer

Jooya Informatics Company
03.2011 - 01.2013

Safahan Institute

Bachelor of Science from Computer Engineering
09.2008 - 06.2011