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Goshen Nkanta

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven IT professional with 10+ years of experience (5+ in Cloud, DevOps, and Systems Engineering). Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in developing software, integrated information systems, process control software, and embedded control systems. Adept in Linux (incl. PSOS), Azure Cloud, automation, and CI/CD. Skilled in balancing tight deadlines and high-pressure environments while maintaining client focus, sound judgement, and team collaboration.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

UPS
06.2023 - Current
  • Spearheading the design and deployment of end-to-end Azure environments (DEV, UAT, PROD) from scratch.
  • Leading tenant-to-tenant migration from iParcel to UPS, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.
  • Architecting scalable hub-spoke networking models to support global UPS applications.
  • Implementing automation with Terraform and Bicep for consistent provisioning across all environments.
  • Partnering with stakeholders to align migration strategy with business objectives and compliance standards.
  • Ensuring high availability and resilience through ExpressRoute, Private DNS, and WAF-enabled App Gateways.

Azure NetOps Engineer

IBM / TriWest Healthcare
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Lead development of secure, scalable cloud networks integrating embedded and process control systems.
  • Coordinated cross-team delivery of Azure solutions under tight deadlines with minimal downtime.
  • Implemented ExpressRoute + BGP for high-performance hybrid environments.
  • Automated deployments with Terraform & Bicep, ensuring industry-standard practices.
  • Mentored engineers, fostering a team-first, client-focused culture.

Lead DevOps Engineer

London Stock Exchange Group
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Directed a DevOps team to transform manually managed infrastructure into IaC-driven systems.
  • Designed CI/CD pipelines enabling seamless deployment of mission-critical financial applications.
  • Enforced Linux-based process automation under fast-paced production deadlines.

Cloud Data & DevOps Engineer

Data Service Group
06.2020 - 12.2022
  • Designed and implemented Azure-based process control and embedded systems solutions.
  • Developed pipelines for ETL and real-time analytics, improving manufacturing workflows.
  • Automated deployments with Python/PowerShell scripts across Linux and cloud environments.
  • Delivered secure, scalable systems aligned with manufacturing client requirements.

Education

MS - Digital Innovation (Computer Science concentration)

Bentley University

BSc - Computer Science & Mathematics

Lincoln University

Skills

  • Cloud & Systems: Microsoft Azure, AWS, Linux (RedHat, CentOS, PSOS), Unix, Windows
  • Software & Embedded Systems: Process control software, automation scripts (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
  • Infrastructure & Networking: Load Balancers, API Management, ExpressRoute, NSGs, BGP, Private DNS
  • IaC & Automation: Terraform, Ansible, Bicep, ARM Templates, GitLab/GitHub/Azure DevOps CI/CD
  • Data & Integration: Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Data Lake, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, Databricks
  • Monitoring & Security: Azure Monitor, App Insights, Sentinel, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack

Certification

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • AWS Certified Developer
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Timeline

Azure NetOps Engineer

IBM / TriWest Healthcare
06.2024 - 06.2025

Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

UPS
06.2023 - Current

Lead DevOps Engineer

London Stock Exchange Group
01.2023 - 06.2024

Cloud Data & DevOps Engineer

Data Service Group
06.2020 - 12.2022

BSc - Computer Science & Mathematics

Lincoln University

MS - Digital Innovation (Computer Science concentration)

Bentley University

Additional Information

  • Work Setting: Experienced in on-site roles in manufacturing & high-security environments.
  • Capabilities: Thrives under pressure, adapts quickly to fast-paced project demands, ensures client satisfaction.
  • Personal Suitability: Strong judgement, leadership, and teamwork skills with proven ability to coordinate large-scale initiatives.

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