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Evans Jones

DevOps Engineer/AWS Cloud Engineer/Linux System Administrator
Winder,GA

Summary

DevOps Engineer and AWS Cloud Engineer with over 6 years of expertise in Linux system administration, adept at streamlining operations through tools like Jenkins, Docker, and Ansible. Demonstrates a strong ability to optimize workflows and integrate cutting-edge technologies, enhancing deployment processes while ensuring robust security and system reliability. Committed to pioneering strategic infrastructure solutions and driving transformational change in technology environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

DevOps Engineer

Data Service Group (DSG)
08.2022 - Current
  • Automate Jenkins deployments to minimize errors and ensure consistent releases
  • Optimize AWS resources for cost-effective operations and enhanced efficiency
  • Enhance cloud security using IAM policies and encryption for robust protection
  • Utilize Ansible to maintain configuration consistency across environments
  • Boost team productivity by implementing effective automation scripts
  • Spearheaded the implementation of Infrastructure as Code practices, significantly reducing configuration errors and improving system consistency
  • Facilitated cross-team knowledge sharing sessions on DevOps best practices, elevating overall operational efficiency and team synergy
  • Architected a scalable monitoring solution, providing real-time insights into system health and enabling proactive issue resolution
  • Pioneered Infrastructure as Code practices, reducing configuration errors and enhancing system reliability while fostering a culture of continuous improvement
  • Engineered a comprehensive monitoring solution, enabling real-time system health insights and facilitating proactive issue resolution across the infrastructure
  • Led cross-team knowledge sharing initiatives on DevOps best practices, elevating operational efficiency and strengthening interdepartmental synergy
  • Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Maintained version control systems like Git or SVN for seamless collaboration among developers and engineers during project lifecycles.
  • Designed and implemented containerization strategies using Docker and Kubernetes, improving resource utilization and management.
  • Monitored automated build and continuous software integration process to drive build/release failure resolution.
  • Automated manual tasks through scripting languages such as Python or Shell, boosting team productivity levels.
  • Contributed to the creation of a DevOps culture within the organization, leading to increased agility and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Reduced system downtime for critical applications by implementing robust monitoring and alerting tools.
  • Provided 24/7 on-call support for critical systems, ensuring high availability and rapid issue resolution.

Linux System Administrator

Data Service Group (DSG)
01.2018 - 07.2022
  • Administered Linux servers (Ubuntu, CentOS) and ensured system reliability through regular maintenance, updates, and patch management
  • Conducted performance analysis and optimised server configurations, resulting in improved response times, and increased overall system performance
  • Diagnosed and resolved system issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless operations
  • Managed user accounts, permissions, and access controls, ensuring a secure and compliant operating environment
  • Responsible for reviewing and monitoring logs, maintaining servers, workstations, and applications along with troubleshooting, researching, and resolving hardware, software, and network issues
  • Following routine protocols and procedures for maintaining security across environments
  • Performing security monitoring and auditing duties as required by IT Operations procedures
  • Provided advanced SNMP-based monitoring and resolved protocol issues using MIBs and OIDs
  • Developed and deployed Bash and Python scripts to automate system monitoring, enhancing efficiency by 30%
  • Implemented security protocols and monitored compliance across diverse enterprise systems
  • Constructed complex SQL queries for database management and successfully optimized MySQL/PostgreSQL systems to improve data retrieval speed by 20%

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Information Technology

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
01.2018 - 12.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2013 - 05.2016

Certificate in Unix/Linux System Administrator - undefined

Gwinnett Technical College
01.2013 - 05.2016

Skills

AWS

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Additionalinformation

Summer Semester 2022 - President's List, Spring Semester 2022 - Dean's List, AWS Certified Solution Architect, www.linkedin.com

Certification

AWS Solution Architect

Work Availability

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Accomplishments

⬧ Automated Jenkins CI/CD deployments, achieving bi-weekly software releases with a 95% success rate.

⬧ Developed automation scripts to streamline deployment tasks, increasing team productivity by 25%.

⬧ Led cross-functional CI/CD improvements, boosting code quality and cutting delivery timelines by 20% across departments.

⬧ Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines, enhancing code quality and reducing delivery cycle times by 15%.

⬧ Optimized server performance, reducing response times by 30% and improving system efficiency, contributing to faster processing and user experience.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceWork from home option401k matchPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

AWS Solution Architect

10-2024

DevOps Engineer

Data Service Group (DSG)
08.2022 - Current

Linux System Administrator

Data Service Group (DSG)
01.2018 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Applied Science - Information Technology

Kennesaw State University
01.2018 - 12.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity

Gwinnett Technical College
01.2013 - 05.2016

Certificate in Unix/Linux System Administrator - undefined

Gwinnett Technical College
01.2013 - 05.2016

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