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Ekane Ebah

Sparks,NV

Summary

  • Results-driven AWS DevOps/DevSecOps engineer with over 4 years of experience architecting, automating, and securing cloud infrastructure.
  • Recognized for designing and implementing innovative solutions that optimize performance, enhance security, and reduce operational costs.
  • Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Strong expertise in AWS services, IaC, CI/CD pipelines, and comprehensive security practices.
  • Committed to staying at the forefront of cloud technology, ensuring organizations achieve maximum agility, resilience, and compliance in their AWS environments.
  • Possess a long track record of successfully directing and executing tactical operations plans including but not limited to supporting and collaborating with clients, technical teams and managers.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

AWS Devops Engineer/DevSecOps Engineer

SoluTECH Consultancy Maryland
08.2022 - Current


  • Developed and maintained automated security checks and compliance scans using AWS Config Rules, AWS Lambda, and AWS Security Hub.
  • Integrated security into the CI/CD pipeline by automating security scans for code repositories and container image.
  • Implemented real-time threat detection and incident response capabilities using AWS CloudWatch, AWS GuardDuty, and AWS WAF.
  • Led incident response efforts, minimizing the impact of security breaches and improving incident resolution times.
  • Designed and enforced IAM policies and roles to ensure the least privilege principle and secure access control for AWS resources.
  • Implemented multi-factor authentication (MFA) and federated identity solutions for enhanced security.
  • Implemented data encryption at rest and in transit using AWS Key Management Service (KMS) and SSL/TLS certificates.
  • Oversaw the secure handling and storage of sensitive data, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Ensured AWS resources and environments met industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, NIST).
  • Conducted regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and address security gaps.
  • Implemented container security best practices, including runtime protection and image scanning, for AWS EKS and ECS environments.
  • Secured secrets management for containers using AWS Secrets Manager or Parameter Store.
  • Championed a DevSecOps culture by collaborating with development and operations teams to embed security throughout the SDLC.
  • Conducted security training and workshops to raise awareness and skill levels across the organization.
  • Maintained detailed incident reports and post-mortems, documenting findings, root causes, and corrective actions.
  • Communicated security incidents and remediation efforts to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Regularly reviewed and updated security policies and procedures in response to evolving threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Evaluated and recommended security tools and technologies to enhance the security posture of AWS environments.
  • Implemented AWS best practices for secure architecture design, network segmentation, and logging.
  • Stayed current with AWS security updates, patches, and advisories, and applied them in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with development, operations, and compliance teams to strike a balance between security and agility, enabling faster and safer deployments.
  • Worked closely with AWS support and account teams to resolve security-related issues and incidents.
  • Highlighted AWS security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty) and ongoing training to demonstrate your commitment to staying at the forefront of AWS security.

AWS Devop Engineer

AfriZone, Western Cape
02.2020 - 04.2022
  • Developed and maintained Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to automate provisioning and managing infrastructure resources.
  • Implemented best practices for versioning, testing, and maintaining IaC scripts, ensuring reliable and scalable infrastructure.
  • Designed and optimized CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Travis CI, or GitLab CI/CD to automate software delivery and deployment processes.
  • Reduced deployment times and improved reliability by implementing automated testing, code quality checks, and deployment strategies (e.g., blue-green deployments.
  • Managed Docker containers and orchestrated container clusters with Kubernetes to enhance scalability, portability, and maintainability of applications.
  • Implemented Kubernetes best practices, including resource allocation, scaling, and pod security policies.
  • Leveraged public cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to architect, deploy, and manage scalable and cost-efficient cloud infrastructure.
  • Reduced operational costs by optimizing cloud resource utilization and implementing auto-scaling policies.
  • Set up monitoring solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) to collect and visualize key performance metrics and logs.
  • Created proactive alerting systems to promptly identify and address issues, minimizing downtime.
  • Implemented security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), encryption, and vulnerability scanning, to secure infrastructure and applications.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR) and company policies through automated compliance checks.
  • Managed configuration files and orchestrated software configurations using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef to maintain consistency across environments.
  • Automated server provisioning and configuration updates, reducing manual intervention.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (developers, QA, operations) to streamline development and release processes.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of infrastructure, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and onboarding.
  • Developed and tested disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in case of infrastructure failures.
  • Set up automated backup and recovery processes for critical data and configurations.
  • Identified performance bottlenecks and optimized system performance through load testing, profiling, and tuning.
  • Implemented caching strategies, content delivery networks (CDNs), and database optimizations for improved application speed.
  • Monitored and optimized infrastructure costs by analyzing usage patterns and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Implemented budgeting and cost allocation mechanisms for better financial control.
  • Promoted a DevOps culture within the organization, fostering collaboration, automation, and continuous improvement.
  • Mentored junior team members and conducted training sessions to enhance team skills.

AWS Solutions/Cloud Architect

Africawork, Yaounde
12.2018 - 01.2020


  • Spearheaded cloud cost optimization initiatives, achieving significant cost savings by analyzing resource usage, implementing cost-effective architectures, and utilizing AWS Cost Explorer and AWS Trusted Advisor recommendations.
  • Designed and executed multi-cloud strategies, integrating AWS services with other cloud providers to create resilient and cost-efficient solutions that maximize redundancy and minimize vendor lock-in.
  • Led the integration of on-premises data centers with AWS using AWS Direct Connect, VPNs, and hybrid cloud solutions like AWS Outposts and AWS Snowball Edge, ensuring seamless hybrid cloud operations.
  • Introduced serverless architecture patterns and technologies (AWS Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions) to optimize resource utilization, reduce operational overhead, and improve scalability for applications.
  • Designed and implemented AI and machine learning solutions using AWS SageMaker, integrating predictive analytics and deep learning capabilities into applications to drive data-driven decision-making.
  • Architected IoT solutions on AWS IoT Core, enabling real-time data processing, device management, and integration with serverless and analytics services for industries such as manufacturing and smart cities.
  • Designed microservices architectures using AWS Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) and Amazon ECS, optimizing container orchestration and scaling for modern cloud-native applications.
  • Designed HPC solutions on AWS, leveraging services like AWS ParallelCluster and AWS Batch to accelerate scientific simulations, engineering workloads, and financial modeling.
  • Engineered advanced security architectures using AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS WAF, AWS Inspector, and AWS Security Hub to protect against advanced threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Architected global, highly available solutions across AWS Regions and Availability Zones, using AWS Global Accelerator and Route 53 to ensure low-latency access for users worldwide.
  • Designed and implemented innovative disaster recovery solutions with minimal RTO and RPO, utilizing AWS services like AWS Backup, AWS CloudEndure, and AWS Site-to-Site VPN.
  • Developed governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with security, compliance, and cost management standards across multiple AWS accounts and organizations.
  • Designed and implemented intricate data processing and analytics pipelines using AWS Glue, AWS Kinesis, and AWS Redshift, enabling real-time and batch data insights.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to understand their unique requirements and business objectives, tailoring AWS solutions to meet their specific needs and exceed expectations.
  • Acted as a thought leader in the AWS community, contributing to blogs, speaking at conferences, and conducting internal training sessions to disseminate knowledge and best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

University of Buea, CMR
12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

University of Buea, CMR
12.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Training School For Health Personel Limbe, CMR
11.2012

Skills

Technical Skills:

  • In-depth knowledge of a wide range of AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation, VPC, IAM, and more
  • Proficiency in IaC tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, or Ansible for automating and managing infrastructure
  • Design and implementation of robust Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Travis CI, or AWS CodePipeline
  • Expertise in Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for container orchestration, including managing AWS EKS or ECS clusters
  • Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automating tasks, infrastructure provisioning, and configuration management
  • Proficiency in implementing security best practices, access controls, and compliance checks using AWS security tools and services like AWS IAM, Security Groups, AWS WAF, and AWS GuardDuty
  • Experience with monitoring tools like AWS CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, and log management solutions such as the ELK stack for tracking system performance and security
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and the ability to configure AWS VPCs, subnets, security groups, and NACLs to secure AWS environments
  • Skills in managing and optimizing databases, including AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora, DynamoDB, MySQL,PostgreSQL,and other database services
  • Proficiency in implementing real-time threat detection and response using AWS services like AWS GuardDuty, AWS Security Hub, and AWS Inspector
  • Expertise in designing and managing IAM roles, policies, and federated identity solutions to ensure secure access control
  • Understanding of industry-specific compliance standards (eg, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR) and experience conducting security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or other DevOps methodologies to facilitate collaboration and streamline development and deployment processes

Tools and Technologies:

  • Git, GitLab, GitHub, or Bitbucket for version control and collaborative development
  • Docker for containerization and container registries like Amazon ECR or Docker Hub
  • Kubernetes for container orchestration and management of containerized applications
  • Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Travis CI, AWS CodePipeline, or CircleCI for building and automating CI/CD pipelines
  • Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, or Ansible for defining infrastructure as code
  • AWS Lambda, AWS Step Functions, and custom scripts for automating tasks and workflows
  • AWS CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or Splunk for monitoring and logging
  • AWS Security Hub, AWS GuardDuty, AWS Inspector, and third-party security solutions for threat detection and vulnerability management
  • Communication and collaboration tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, or Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence) for team coordination and knowledge sharing
  • Integration of security-focused tools such as OWASP ZAP, Nessus, and Checkmarx into the CI/CD pipeline for security scanning and testing
  • AWS Backup, AWS CloudEndure, and other backup and disaster recovery solutions for data protection and business continuity
  • Ansible, Puppet, Chef for configuration management and ensuring infrastructure consistency

Timeline

AWS Devops Engineer/DevSecOps Engineer

SoluTECH Consultancy Maryland
08.2022 - Current

AWS Devop Engineer

AfriZone, Western Cape
02.2020 - 04.2022

AWS Solutions/Cloud Architect

Africawork, Yaounde
12.2018 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

University of Buea, CMR

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

University of Buea, CMR

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Training School For Health Personel Limbe, CMR

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