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Gudavalli Pardhasai

Gudavalli Pardhasai

California,California

Summary

• Over 7 years of experience in the IT industry with major focus on AWS Cloud/DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD pipeline), Build and Release management, Linux/Windows administration, and support.
• Extensive knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its numerous services.
• Proficient in designing and implementing AWS cloud architectures, including VPC, EC2, S3, RDS, and IAM.
• Strong experience in cloud migration, infrastructure as code, and automation using AWS Cloud Formation and Terraform.
• Solid understanding of AWS security best practices, including access controls, encryption, and identity management.
• Experience In BULGING a Highly scalable, highly available, Public Cloud Infrastructure using AZURE services like APP services, Azure Storage, Azure SQL database, Virtual machines, IIS.
• Azure Active Directory (AD), Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Cosmos DB, AZURE Functions, Azure Service Fabric, Azure Monitor, AZURE Service Bus, AZURE Virtual Networks, subnets, security policies and routing.
• Experience in Setting up the build and deployment automation for Terraform scripts using Jenkins and Azure DevOps
• Experience in writing Infrastructure as a code (IAC) in Terraform, Azure resource manager (ARM), AWS Cloud formation.
• Created reusable Terraform modules in both Azure and AWS cloud environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in AWS environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Managed and maintained Linux server environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Performed system installations, configurations, and upgrades for various Linux distributions.
• Monitored system performance, analyzed logs, and implemented performance tuning measures.
• Implementing multi-tier application provisioning in OpenStack cloud, integrating it with Jenkins and sonarqube
• Creating scripts in DSL Groovy which integrate with Jenkins for Automation to create seed jobs.
• Experience in Container management using Beker by writing Docker files and setting up the automated build on Docker HUB and installing and configuring Kubernetes.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes on AWS.
• Design and develop continuous deployment pipeline integrating Vagrant, Git, Jenkins separated hosting zones in AWS and Azure.
• Expertise in working with Terraform key features such as Infrastructure as a code, Execution plans, Resource Graphs, change automation and extensively used Auto scaling launch configuration templates for launching amazon EC2 instances while deploying microservices.
• Working as Kubernetes Administrator, involved in configuration for web apps, Azure App services, Azure Application insights, Azure Application gateway, Azure DNS, Azure traffic manager, App services. Setting up the complete Kubernetes Dev Environment from scratch to deploy latest tools which is related to Deep learning and machine learning using helm charts on premises baremetal for different teams.
• Creating scripts in DSL Groovy which integrate with Jenkins for Automation to create seed jobs.
• Implemented and maintained system security controls, including user management, access controls, and security patches.
• Troubleshot and resolved issues related to Linux server deployments, networking, and security. Assisted in capacity planning and resource utilization optimization.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deploy and manage web servers, databases, and other Linux-based services.
• Conducted system backups, disaster recovery planning, and testing. Stayed up to date with the latest Linux technologies and best practices.
• The clients, called Chef Nodes, connect to the Chef Server, and retrieve the necessary configurations to maintain the desired state. Chef emphasizes flexibility and scalability, enabling users to define complex configurations and manage large-scale infrastructures efficiently.
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
• Automated routine tasks and system administration processes using scripting languages such as Bash and Python. Resourceful Azure Cloud Dev-ops Engineer experienced in evaluating and assessing client requirements and implementing infrastructure to solve identified problems. Harnessed code and cloud-native technologies to create scalable and user-centric systems. Strong negotiator with excellent value-driven solutions. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. Respectful self-motivator gifted at finding reliable solutions for software issues. Experienced in Jenkins, Docker, Ansible, Kubernetes, Nagios and Terraform and offering skills in Dev-ops tools and Programming Languages. Fluent in English and accustomed to working with cross-cultural, global teams. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr Azure Cloud /DevOps Engineer

Kroger
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Design, implement and manage virtual networking within Azure and connect to on-premises environments, configure Express Route, Virtual Network, VPN Gateways, DNS and Load Balancer
  • Worked on Azure Site Recovery and Azure Backup- Deployed Instances on Azure environments and in Data centers and migrating to Azure using Azure Site Recovery and collecting data from all Azure Resources using Log Analytics and analyzed data to resolve issues
  • Managed Azure Infrastructure Azure Web Roles, Worker Roles, VM Role, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure AD Licenses
  • Virtual Machine Backup and Recover from Recovery Services Vault using Azure PowerShell and Azure Portal
  • Written Templates for Azure Infrastructure as code using Terraform to build staging and production environments
  • Implemented unit tests and performed code reviews to ensure high-quality and maintainable code
  • Integrated third-party libraries and services into Python applications for enhanced functionality
  • Utilized version control systems, such as Git, for code management and collaboration
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues related to GitHub Actions workflows and integrations
  • Implemented and maintained security controls for GitHub Actions, including access controls and authentication
  • Automated routine tasks and GitHub Actions configuration using scripting languages
  • Led design, implementation, and management of Kubernetes clusters, including deployment, scaling, and monitoring of containerized applications
  • Orchestrated containerized environments using Docker and managed application lifecycle using Helm, ensuring scalability, availability, and fault tolerance
  • Developed infrastructure-as-code using Terraform and Ansible enabling efficient provisioning and configuration management of cloud resources
  • Built custom machine images using Packer, optimizing application deployment and reducing time-to-market
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deploy and manage WebSphere and Tomcat application servers, ensuring optimal performance and high availability
  • Integrated and configured Splunk for log monitoring, analysis, and troubleshooting, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, automating build, test, and deployment processes for continuous software delivery
  • Utilized Dynatrace for application performance monitoring and analysis, optimizing application performance and user experience
  • Managed and administered Kubernetes clusters, ensuring their stability, security, and scalability
  • Orchestrated containerized applications using Docker, Helm, and Kubernetes, enabling efficient deployment and management
  • Implemented infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible, improving provisioning and configuration management processes
  • Developed and maintained Python scripts for various automation tasks, streamlining operational processes
  • Configured and monitored WebSphere and Tomcat application servers, ensuring smooth operation and performance
  • Integrated and managed Splunk for log management and analysis, enabling proactive issue detection and resolution
  • Develop, implement and document configuration standards, policies, and procedures for operating, managing and ensuring security of Splunk infrastructure
  • Perform data integration, data transformation, field extraction, event parsing, data preview, and application management of Splunk
  • Experienced in using MVC architecture using RESTful, Soap Web services and SoapUI and high-level Python Web frameworks like Django and Flask
  • Experience object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts using Python, Django, and Linux
  • Collaborated with development teams to optimize application performance and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks using Dynatrace
  • Environment: -Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Terraform, Azure, Ansible, packer, Python, Web sphere, Tomcat, Splunk, Jenkins, Dynatrace, GitHub Actions.
  • Reviewed existing systems and made recommendations for improvements
  • Identified gaps in market to spot opportunities to create value propositions
  • Utilized code and modern cloud-native deployment techniques to design, plan and integrate cloud computing and virtualization systems.
  • Identified, analyzed and resolved infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues.
  • Worked with teams of talented software engineers to define, build and maintain cloud infrastructure.
  • Supervised work of programmers, designers and technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.

Sr. Cloud Engineer / SRE

AT&T
09.2019 - 08.2021
  • Expertise In deploying Azure Web Apps and Web APIs using Azure App Service
  • Experienced in creating, configuring, and using Azure Cosmos DB containers
  • Experienced in Continuous Integration and Delivery of Web Apps using Azure Pipelines
  • Expertise in provisioning Windows and Linux virtual machines using Azure PowerShell, Azure CLI and Azure Portal
  • Proficient in deploying Web Apps and APIs using Docker Engine and Azure Container Registry
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained infrastructure as code solutions using Terraform for cloud and on-premises environments
  • Developed reusable Terraform modules and templates to ensure consistency and standardization across deployments
  • Collaborated with architecture and engineering teams to define infrastructure requirements and design scalable solutions
  • Implemented infrastructure automation workflows using Terraform to provision and manage cloud resources
  • Created Docker images and optimized Docker files for various applications, ensuring efficient resource utilization and performance
  • And maintained Docker-based containerization solutions for application deployment and scaling
  • Orchestrated containers using Docker Compose and Docker Swarm, enabling multi-container deployments and managing service discovery
  • Worked closely with development teams to containerize applications and deploy them to Kubernetes clusters
  • Implemented and managed Kubernetes networking configurations, including service discovery and load balancing
  • Implemented Azure Devops Code Pipeline in Terraform for infrastructure as code
  • Strong experience in Maintaining Azure Devops services and Application infrastructure
  • Hand Full experience in Integration with Jenkins, Bitbucket pipelines in Azure Devops
  • Experienced in monitoring servers using Nagios, Datadog, Cloud watch, Splunk
  • Developed PowerShell Desired State solution to ensure server compliance in AWS and Azure using Azure Automation
  • Develop PowerShell scripts for system management and automation
  • Automated couple of workflows using PowerShell
  • Involved in writing background jobs using PowerShell
  • Implemented Performance testing using Apache JMeter and created Dashboard using Grafana to view Results
  • Experience in integration and implementation of Cyber - Ark Suite components such as Enterprise Password Vault, Password Vault Web Access, Central Policy Manager, Privileged Session Manager
  • Securing and maintaining privileged accounts into EPV (CyberArk Enterprise password vault)
  • Utilized SAP Prometheus to develop effective and logically sequenced daily, weekly and turnaround maintenance schedules
  • Experience in creating AWS AMI, have used Hashicorp Packer to create and manage AMI's
  • Secured Data is stored in MySQL
  • Vault (by BESRICORB) secures, stores, and tightly controls access tokens and passwords used by overall platform, started in AWS cloud, and currently integrates with several services like: AWS AIM, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon SNS, Amazon RDS
  • Implemented CI/CD pipeline involving GitLab, Jenkins, Chef, Docker, and Selenium for complete automation from commit to deployment
  • Strong experience in Continuous Integration and Continuous deployment with Jenkins, GitHub, Gitlab
  • Environment: Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Azure, Terraform, Arm Templates, Hashicorp, Vault, Prometheus, Grafana, Azure DevOps, power shell, Datadog, Gitlab.

DevOps Administrator

United Health Group
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Developed automation scripts and tools to streamline AWS resource provisioning and management
  • Conducted performance tuning and optimization activities to improve application and infrastructure performance
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues related to AWS deployments, networking, security, and performance
  • Provided guidance and support to team members on AWS best practices and cloud infrastructure design
  • Implemented and managed AWS security controls, including IAM policies, access controls, and encryption
  • Implemented backup and disaster recovery procedures for critical systems and data
  • Assisted in evaluation and adoption of new AWS services and technologies
  • Conducted regular system backups and implemented disaster recovery plans for AWS environments
  • Designed, implemented, and managed infrastructure as code solutions using AWS Cloud Formation
  • Developed Cloud Formation templates to provision and configure AWS resources, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, RDS databases, IAM roles, and VPC components
  • Created and managed Cloud Formation stacks for various projects, ensuring consistent and reproducible infrastructure deployments
  • Provided production on-call support, ensuring high availability and performance of critical systems
  • Implemented and managed monitoring solutions using Nagios and Splunk, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime and improve system reliability
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deploy and manage application and web servers, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security
  • Conducted security assessments and implemented best practices to protect systems and data, adhering to compliance standards and industry regulations
  • Mentored and trained junior team members, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team productivity
  • Managed and administered AWS infrastructure, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, VPCs, and IAM policies
  • Configured and maintained application and web servers, ensuring smooth operation and optimal performance
  • Implemented and customized monitoring solutions using Nagios, Splunk, or similar tools to monitor system health, network connectivity, and application performance
  • Utilized Ansible for configuration management and automation of server provisioning and software deployments, reducing manual efforts and improving efficiency
  • Environment: AWS, Cloud Formation, Azure, Production On call Support, Nagios, Splunk, Terraform
  • Application and Web Servers, Jenkins, Ansible.

Site Reliability Engineer

Comerica bank
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Played key role in designing, implementing, and managing AWS infrastructure for [number] projects, including EC2 instances, VPC, S3 buckets, RDS databases, and Lambda functions
  • Developed and maintained automation scripts using Ansible to streamline infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes, resulting in [specific improvement or time/cost savings]
  • Utilized Chef and Ansible for configuration management and automation of server provisioning, reducing manual efforts by [percentage]
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Linux and Windows server administration, network connectivity, and system performance
  • Monitored and optimized application performance using App Dynamics, identifying bottlenecks and implementing necessary optimizations to enhance end-user experience
  • Developed and maintained Python scripts for various automation tasks, including log analysis, data processing, and system monitoring
  • Assisted in migration projects, migrating on-premises applications and infrastructure to AWS cloud, ensuring seamless transition and minimal downtime
  • Managed and administered Linux and Windows servers, ensuring their stability, security, and optimal performance
  • Collaborated with development teams to implement and maintain version control systems, leveraging Git and Jfrog Artifactory
  • Implemented and maintained monitoring and alerting systems for infrastructure and applications using tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or similar
  • Environment: AWS, Linux, Windows, Ansible, Jfrog, Python, Jenkins, Chef, App Dynamics.

Software Engineer

Digital Fortress
05.2016 - 06.2017
  • Designed and implemented Azure infrastructure solutions for clients, including virtual machines, storage accounts, virtual networks, and Azure Active Directory
  • Automated deployment processes using PowerShell and Azure CLI, resulting in 30% reduction in deployment time
  • Developed Bash scripts for system administration tasks, such as log analysis, log rotation, and data backups, improving operational efficiency
  • Implemented Ansible playbooks for configuration management, automating deployment and management of server configurations
  • Created and maintained CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, facilitating delivery of software releases with improved speed and reliability
  • Collaborated with development teams to optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues in Azure environments
  • Conducted regular security assessments and implemented security controls to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Managed Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and virtual machines, ensuring optimal performance and availability
  • Wrote PowerShell and Python scripts to automate routine administrative tasks, resulting in 40% reduction in manual effort
  • Assisted in migration of on-premises infrastructure to Azure, including virtual machine migrations, database migrations, and networking configurations
  • Configured and maintained Jenkins pipelines for build, test, and deployment automation, improving overall software delivery process
  • Environment: Azure, Linux, Bash, power shell, python, Jenkins, Ansible.

Education

Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Westcliff University
Irvine, CA
04.2023

Skills

  • AMAZON WEB SERVICES
  • MICROSOFT AZURE
  • Azure DevOps
  • AGILE/SCRUM
  • DOCKER
  • KUBERNETES
  • Datadog
  • ANSIBLE
  • PowerShell
  • JENKINS
  • Python
  • Bash
  • LINUX
  • Terraform
  • Nagios
  • Chef
  • SOFT SKILLS:
  • TEAMWORK
  • LEADERSHIP
  • MOTIVATION
  • ADAPTIVE LEARNER
  • PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
  • Over 7 years of experience in IT industry with major focus on AWS Cloud/DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD pipeline), Build and Release management, Linux/Windows administration, and support
  • Extensive knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its numerous services
  • Proficient in designing and implementing AWS cloud architectures, including VPC, EC2, S3, RDS, and IAM
  • Strong experience in cloud migration, infrastructure as code, and automation using AWS Cloud Formation and Terraform
  • Solid understanding of AWS security best practices, including access controls, encryption, and identity management
  • Experience In BULGING Highly scalable, highly available, Public Cloud Infrastructure using AZURE services like APP services, Azure Storage, Azure SQL database, Virtual machines, IIS
  • Azure Active Directory (AD), Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Cosmos DB, AZURE Functions, Azure Service Fabric, Azure Monitor, AZURE Service Bus, AZURE Virtual Networks, subnets, security policies and routing
  • Experience in Setting up to build and deployment automation for Terraform scripts using Jenkins and Azure DevOps
  • Experience in writing Infrastructure as code (IAC) in Terraform, Azure resource manager (ARM), AWS Cloud formation
  • Created reusable Terraform modules in both Azure and AWS cloud environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in AWS environments
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with track record of working effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Managed and maintained Linux server environments, ensuring high availability and performance
  • Performed system installations, configurations, and upgrades for various Linux distributions
  • Monitored system performance, analyzed logs, and implemented performance tuning measures
  • Implementing multi-tier application provisioning in OpenStack cloud, integrating it with Jenkins and Sonar Qube
  • Creating scripts in DSL Groovy which integrate with Jenkins for Automation to create seed jobs
  • Experience in Container management using Beker by writing Docker files and setting up automated build on Docker HUB and installing and configuring Kubernetes
  • Firewall Functionality
  • Backup Procedures
  • OSI Network Layers Understanding
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Technical Support and Assistance
  • Network Load Balancing
  • Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)
  • Storage Network Design
  • Application Administration
  • System Design and Implementation
  • Image Optimization
  • Application Deployment
  • Server Improvements
  • Technology Support
  • Azure Express Route
  • Computer Engineering
  • Systems Simulation
  • Design Specifications
  • Configuration and Management
  • IP Services
  • System Architecture Design
  • Compliance with Security Requirements
  • Splunk Enterprise
  • Wide Area Network (WAN)
  • Virtualization Security
  • Troubleshooting
  • Computer Architecture
  • Backup Recovery
  • Cloud Computing
  • Technology Best Practices
  • SQL Server Database
  • Maintenance Organization and Development
  • Virtual Local Area Networks
  • Solutions Deployment
  • Jenkins CI
  • Local Area Network (LAN)
  • Continuous Integration Software
  • Load Testing Software
  • Operational Support
  • Identify Requirements
  • Private Cloud Security
  • Business Continuity
  • UNIX Shell Scripting
  • Agile Work Processes
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Windows Servers
  • Network Intelligence
  • VPN Configurations
  • DevOps Processes
  • Logical Flow
  • AWS DynamoDB
  • Architecture Improvements
  • Database Consolidation
  • Solution Implementation
  • Image Building
  • Continuous Deployment
  • Configuring Interfaces

Certification

  • Cloud Computing Training - 2020-2021.
  • Python Training - 2020.
  • Machine Learining Training - 2019-2020.

Additional Information

Having Type-Writing Certifications on both Lower and Higher.

Main Member in N.S.S and RedCross.

Participated in Poster presentation on Ethical Hacking.

Participated in Mathematical Quiz Competitions.

Participated in Programming languages competition such as Python, Ymal, Json.

Conducted Blood Donation Camps.



Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Sr Azure Cloud /DevOps Engineer

Kroger
09.2021 - 07.2023

Sr. Cloud Engineer / SRE

AT&T
09.2019 - 08.2021

DevOps Administrator

United Health Group
07.2018 - 08.2019

Site Reliability Engineer

Comerica bank
07.2017 - 06.2018

Software Engineer

Digital Fortress
05.2016 - 06.2017

Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Westcliff University
  • Cloud Computing Training - 2020-2021.
  • Python Training - 2020.
  • Machine Learining Training - 2019-2020.
Gudavalli Pardhasai