Pierre Mason
Arlington,VA
Summary
Azure Platform Engineer with experience architecting secure cloud infrastructures and automating deployments using Terraform and ARM templates. Proven ability to enhance CI/CD processes and ensure compliance with federal standards, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Azure Platform Engineer
KFORCE
12.2023 - Current
- Architect, deploy, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure, including virtual networks, storage accounts, and security services.
- Automate infrastructure deployment using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Terraform for improved efficiency and scalability.
- Implement security protocols, manage Azure Active Directory, and ensure compliance with federal security standards such as FedRAMP and NIST.
- Monitor and optimize cloud performance using Azure Monitor, ensuring high availability of Azure services.
- Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and streamline application deployment processes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure services and cloud infrastructure to maintain operational efficiency.
Cybersecurity Engineer
Leidos, Inc.
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Designed and deployed secure Azure cloud environments, ensuring compliance with high availability and scalability requirements.
- Developed ARM templates and Terraform scripts for the automated provisioning of Azure infrastructure.
- Managed CI/CD pipelines utilizing Azure DevOps, enhancing deployment efficiency across teams.
- Implemented federated security and compliance controls to meet federal standards and improved security posture.
Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
Accenture
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Deployed and managed cloud infrastructure on Azure, automating processes via Ansible and PowerShell.
- Designed and implemented Azure Virtual Networks and hybrid solutions for enterprise clients, ensuring secure connectivity.
- Monitored cloud security using Azure Security Center to prevent vulnerabilities and enhance protection mechanisms.
- Led cloud migration projects to Azure, significantly reducing downtime and improving system reliability.
Cloud Engineer
Clearwaters.IT
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Architected and deployed cloud-native solutions within Azure, utilizing services like Azure Functions and Blob Storage.
- Developed automation scripts in PowerShell and Terraform to streamline deployment processes.
- Managed Azure Active Directory (AAD) for identity management and role-based access control (RBAC).
- Implemented monitoring systems using Azure Monitor for log analysis and proactive security assessments.
Service Desk Technician
General Dynamics IT
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided support for Azure hybrid environments, managing Azure infrastructure and ensuring optimal service delivery.
- Assisted in configuring firewall setups and network security policies for enterprise applications.
- Maintained ticketing systems (ServiceNow) to efficiently resolve cloud service issues in a timely manner.
Consultant
Softworld, Inc.
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Designed and implemented Azure cloud solutions for various enterprise clients, enhancing their operational capabilities.
- Configured Azure AD, IAM policies, and managed identity solutions for improved security management.
- Developed automated scripts for cloud deployments and security monitoring procedures.
Education
Master's - Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
05.2023
Bachelor's - Information Technology
Western Governors University
10.2022
Skills
- Azure
- Terraform
- Azure Resource Manager (ARM)
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Ansible
- PowerShell
- Bash
- Security Groups
- Azure Security Center
- Networking (Virtual Networks, VPNs)
- Load Balancers
- Azure Monitor
- ELK Stack
- Windows
- Linux
Certification
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- PMP
- CompTIA Security+
- Linux+
- ITILv4
- CASP
- Pentest+
Projects And Achievements
- Successfully migrated on-prem workloads to Azure, resulting in significant performance enhancements and cost reductions.
- Implemented a centralized logging and monitoring solution utilizing Azure Monitor and ELK Stack, substantially improving threat detection.
- Led comprehensive cloud security audits ensuring compliance with rigorous standards such as NIST and FedRAMP.
- Optimized CI/CD workflows in Azure DevOps, reducing deployment times by 40%.
Timeline
Azure Platform Engineer
KFORCE
12.2023 - Current
Cybersecurity Engineer
Leidos, Inc.
07.2023 - 12.2023
Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
Accenture
12.2022 - 07.2023
Cloud Engineer
Clearwaters.IT
11.2021 - 12.2022
Service Desk Technician
General Dynamics IT
06.2021 - 11.2021
Consultant
Softworld, Inc.
10.2019 - 06.2021
Master's - Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Bachelor's - Information Technology
Western Governors University
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