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Jesuwegnigbe Noumakpe

Greeley,CO

Summary

Accomplished Senior DevOps Engineer with over 7 years of experience, specializing in AWS cloud services, infrastructure automation, and DevOps best practices. Proven expertise in migrating legacy systems to cloud-native architectures, driving a 20% increase in system efficiency through innovative serverless solutions. Adept at leveraging a wide range of tools and technologies, including Terraform, CloudFormation, Jenkins, ECS, EKS, and Kubernetes, to streamline CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure provisioning, and optimize resource utilization. Known for a strong track record in mentoring teams, fostering a culture of excellence, and implementing cost-effective, high-performance solutions. A collaborative leader with a focus on driving continuous improvement and achieving business outcomes through technical innovation and strategic cloud initiatives.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior DevOps Engineer

Captus Technologies LLC
04.2021 - Current
  • Designed and managed AWS infrastructure using EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, EKS, and Lambda, ensuring fault tolerance and cost efficiency.
  • Built an automation framework in Python, leveraging Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and AWS CDK to provision and manage infrastructure consistently, reducing human error.
  • Optimized resource utilization through Auto Scaling, Elastic Beanstalk, and CloudFront, enhancing performance while minimizing costs.
  • Developed and maintained CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and CodeDeploy, automating software updates for rapid delivery.
  • Integrated GitLab CI, Argo CD, and Jenkins into AWS workflows, enabling robust testing and achieving zero-downtime deployments.
  • Wrote Bash and PowerShell scripts to orchestrate deployments, ensuring compliance with security and operational standards.
  • Migrated a monolithic .NET Core application to a microservices architecture, containerizing services with Docker and orchestrating them using EKS and Amazon ECS (Fargate).
  • Enhanced reliability and scalability using tools like Helm and implementing deployment strategies such as canary and blue-green deployments.
  • Built serverless workflows using Node.js, AWS Lambda, Step Functions, and SQS, reducing processing latency by 40%.
  • Designed a monitoring solution using Golang, integrating Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS CloudWatch for real-time performance insights.
  • Improved operational visibility by centralizing logging with AWS CloudWatch Logs and the ELK Stack, reducing issue resolution times.
  • Deployed actionable dashboards in Datadog and Grafana, increasing system uptime by 30%.
  • Built automated data pipelines using Python, AWS Glue, and Athena, enabling real-time analytics and reducing latency.
  • Designed and implemented scalable, event-driven architectures with SNS, SQS, and Step Functions to efficiently process customer data.
  • Strengthened infrastructure security by implementing IAM roles and policies, AWS KMS, and GuardDuty for threat detection.
  • Integrated security checks into CI/CD pipelines using AWS Security Hub and SonarQube, ensuring DevSecOps compliance.
  • Reduced configuration drift by automating server configurations across Linux and Windows environments with AWS Systems Manager (SSM) and Ansible.
  • Developed RESTful APIs using C#, ASP.NET Core, and JavaScript to integrate third-party services, improving customer satisfaction by 25%.
  • Wrote client-side JavaScript to dynamically render web applications, enhancing user experience and responsiveness.
  • Mentored DevOps engineers and interns, fostering skill development in automation, monitoring, and cloud-native practices.
  • Played a pivotal role in Agile delivery, estimating tasks, tracking progress using Scrum methodology, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Reduced deployment times by 65% through efficient CI/CD pipelines.
    Lowered infrastructure costs by 38% using Savings Plans, Spot Instances, and optimized scaling policies.
    Increased application traffic by 40% through infrastructure optimization and customer-focused enhancements.

DevOps Engineer

Comcast
03.2018 - 04.2021
  • Designed and managed AWS cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and cost optimization.
  • Deployed and monitored resources such as EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Lambda, ECS, and EKS to support scalable and fault-tolerant applications.
  • Configured VPCs, Direct Connect, VPNs, and load balancers (ALB/ELB) to optimize networking and ensure secure connectivity.
  • Implemented AWS Auto Scaling, Elastic Beanstalk, and CloudFront for efficient resource scaling and distribution.
  • Automated provisioning and configuration using Terraform, CloudFormation, and CDK (AWS Cloud Development Kit), ensuring consistent and repeatable deployments.
  • Leveraged AWS Config and Service Catalog to enforce governance and compliance across infrastructure deployments.
  • Utilized Docker for application containerization and deployed containers using AWS ECS (Fargate and EC2 launch types) and AWS EKS.
  • Managed container orchestration with Kubernetes and implemented deployment configurations using Helm and Kustomize.
  • Built CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and CodeDeploy, enabling automated build, test, and deployment workflows.
  • Integrated Git-based workflows with GitLab CI, Jenkins, and Argo CD to streamline deployment processes for microservices.
  • Implemented comprehensive monitoring and alerting using Amazon CloudWatch, AWS X-Ray, and third-party tools like Datadog, Prometheus, and Grafana.
  • Created detailed dashboards and alerts to track application performance, detect bottlenecks, and ensure operational visibility.
  • Managed log aggregation using AWS CloudWatch Logs and the ELK Stack for efficient troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
  • Developed scripts and tools using Python, Bash, PowerShell, and Golang for automating processes such as AWS resource provisioning, data migrations, and monitoring.
  • Wrote Lambda functions for event-driven workflows, enabling seamless automation within AWS services.
  • Performed Linux system administration tasks, including configuration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and security hardening.
  • Automated routine tasks with Bash scripting to reduce manual intervention and ensure consistent operations.
  • Enforced security best practices by implementing IAM policies, AWS KMS, MFA, and Security Groups to protect applications and data.
  • Integrated AWS WAF, Shield, and GuardDuty to safeguard applications against threats.
  • Incorporated security checks into CI/CD pipelines using tools like AWS Security Hub and CodeGuru Reviewer.
  • Managed and optimized Nginx, Apache HTTP Server, and Apache Tomcat for web applications hosted on AWS infrastructure.
  • Configured SSL/TLS using AWS Certificate Manager to ensure secure communication for web services.
  • Authored code fixes, enhancements, and automated solutions for inclusion in future releases.
  • Mentored junior engineers and interns, sharing best practices for AWS architecture and DevOps methodologies.
  • Managed large-scale migrations to AWS, ensuring minimal downtime and seamless transitions.
  • Optimized storage costs using S3 Lifecycle Policies, Glacier, and EBS Volume Snapshots.
  • Configured and managed ElasticSearch Service for high-performance log indexing and search capabilities.
  • Used AWS Step Functions and EventBridge for orchestrating serverless workflows.
  • Implemented fault-tolerant data pipelines using AWS Data Pipeline and Glue for ETL processes.
  • Participated in Scrum methodology, estimating tasks and tracking progress effectively.
  • Documented software development methodologies and created AWS-specific playbooks for future projects.

System Administrator

EchoStar
09.2016 - 03.2018
  • Installed critical security patches and functionality updates to maintain system reliability and protect against cyber threats.
  • Oversaw server infrastructure development, including quality assurance, staging, and production systems, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software, and network issues, reducing problem resolution time by 40%.
  • Monitored network traffic and performance metrics to identify and eliminate bottlenecks, improving data transfer rates by 25%.
  • Designed and implemented WAN and LAN connectivity strategies, enhancing data transfer security and reliability.
  • Devised and enforced network policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with IT governance protocols.
  • Migrated legacy infrastructure to AWS, leveraging EC2, S3, RDS, and EBS for scalable and cost-effective solutions.
  • Deployed and maintained AWS VPNs, ensuring secure remote access for distributed teams.
  • Configured IAM roles and policies for secure access management across AWS resources.
  • Implemented CloudWatch for real-time monitoring and automated alerts, reducing response times for critical incidents.
  • Automated system provisioning using AWS Systems Manager (SSM) and CloudFormation, improving efficiency by 60%.
  • Developed and deployed scripts in Python, Bash, and PowerShell to automate routine tasks, such as backup management and system health checks, reducing manual workload by 50%.
  • Researched and implemented automation tools to improve server configuration, increasing deployment speed by 70%.
  • Led server upgrade projects, safeguarding data integrity and ensuring redundancy through RAID configurations and AWS Backup.
  • Designed and tested contingency plans to maximize system availability during emergencies, achieving a 99.9% uptime guarantee.
  • Performed network security design and integration, implementing firewall rules, VPN tunnels, and encryption protocols.
  • Conducted regular vulnerability assessments and implemented mitigation strategies, improving overall security posture by 30%.
  • Designed disaster recovery solutions using AWS Backup, S3 Glacier, and RDS Snapshots, ensuring quick data restoration.
  • Managed the onboarding and offboarding process for employees, provisioning hardware, software, and access credentials in compliance with security policies.
  • Worked closely with users to identify and address areas requiring improved system usability, increasing satisfaction ratings by 20%.
  • Provided training and documentation on best practices for leveraging IT resources efficiently.
  • Reduced IT operational costs by 35% through automation, resource optimization, and efficient cloud utilization.
  • Successfully migrated a high-availability enterprise application to AWS, achieving a 20% improvement in performance.
  • Enhanced system efficiency by integrating AWS services like Elastic Load Balancing and Auto Scaling, ensuring scalability under heavy workloads.
  • Reduced system downtime by 40% through proactive monitoring and quick resolution of infrastructure issues using Datadog and AWS CloudTrail.
  • Implemented and maintained centralized logging solutions, providing actionable insights to improve operational visibility.
  • Improved network security by implementing a Zero Trust Architecture and securing VPN connections with multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of BUEA
Cameroon

Skills

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS): EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Elastic Beanstalk, EKS, ECS (Fargate and EC2 launch types), Auto Scaling, VPC, CloudFront, Route 53, API Gateway, Step Functions, Elastic Load Balancers (ALB/ELB), CloudFormation, AWS CDK, AWS Config, Service Catalog, S3 Glacier, AWS Backup, AWS ElasticSearch Service
  • Serverless Architectures: AWS Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge, API Gateway, SNS, SQS
  • Monitoring & Logging: CloudWatch, AWS X-Ray, CloudTrail, ELK Stack (ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kibana), Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana
  • Languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell, Golang, Net, JavaScript (Nodejs), C#
  • Applications: Automation, ETL processes, AWS Lambda functions, API integrations, server configurations, and microservices development
  • IaC Tools: Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK
  • Configuration Management: Ansible, AWS Systems Manager (SSM)
  • Container Technologies: Docker, Kubernetes
  • Orchestration Tools: Helm, Kustomize
  • Deployment Strategies: Canary deployments, blue-green deployments, rolling updates
  • Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, Argo CD, AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy
  • Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab
  • Automation: Scripting for CI/CD processes, resource provisioning, and data migration
  • Linux: Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat (system configuration, security hardening, troubleshooting)
  • Windows: Windows Server, Active Directory, IIS
  • Virtualization: VMware, Hyper-V, EC2 virtual instances
  • Relational Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon RDS
  • NoSQL Databases: DynamoDB, MongoDB, ElastiCache (Redis)
  • Query Tools: Athena, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
  • Networking: VPC, Direct Connect, VPN, Route 53, NAT Gateways, Subnetting, DNS, Load Balancers (ALB/ELB)
  • Security: IAM policies and roles, AWS KMS, GuardDuty, WAF, AWS Shield, Secrets Manager, SSL/TLS Certificates, Zero Trust Architecture
  • Tools: Prometheus, Grafana, AWS CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Datadog
  • Capabilities: Real-time dashboards, log aggregation, performance tuning, root-cause analysis
  • API Development: RESTful API development using ASPNET Core, Nodejs, and JavaScript
  • Application Modernization: Migrating monolithic applications to microservices, containerizing with Docker, orchestrating with Kubernetes and EKS
  • Backup Strategies: S3 Lifecycle Policies, Glacier, RDS Snapshots, AWS Backup
  • Cost Optimization: Savings Plans, Spot Instances, optimized scaling policies
  • Performance Tuning: Application and network performance optimization
  • Agile Methodologies: Scrum, Kanban
  • Mentorship: Guiding junior engineers and interns in automation, monitoring, and cloud-native practices
  • Documentation: Creating playbooks, best practices, and technical guides for seamless team integration

Certification

  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, AWS - 2024
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate - 2024

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Senior DevOps Engineer

Captus Technologies LLC
04.2021 - Current

DevOps Engineer

Comcast
03.2018 - 04.2021

System Administrator

EchoStar
09.2016 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of BUEA

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