Samuel Kampf
Louisville,KY
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Developer
Iproxy.XYZ
09.2023 - 12.2023
As the founder and developer of iproxy.xyz, I navigated the complexities of the IPv4 address market. My responsibilities included registering with ARIN to legally hold and lease IPv4 addresses in bulk, and liaising with IPv4 brokers to acquire addresses for our reselling operations, catering primarily to the sneaker reselling market. The platform, built using Node.js and Angular on Linux servers with Squid Proxy, was hosted on Supabase and featured a custom authentication system for managing multiple IP addresses per account. Additionally, I developed custom squid_db_auth helpers in Perl, significantly streamlining the authentication process. The decision to close the project in August 2023 was in response to market shifts.
AWS Dev Operations Engineer
Alchemist Tech
01.2018 - 09.2023
In my role as an AWS DevOps Specialist at Alchemist Tech, I was responsible for designing and managing scalable, secure AWS cloud infrastructures using EC2, S3, VPC, and RDS. I automated infrastructure deployment using AWS CloudFormation and enhanced Continuous Integration and Deployment pipelines with AWS CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and CodePipeline.
A significant project involved migrating applications from AWS Elastic Beanstalk to ECS, focusing on improving scalability and operational efficiency. This transition required careful planning and execution to ensure seamless service continuity and enhanced performance.
My role also involved integrating code quality and security scanning tools into the CI/CD pipeline, automating system operations using Python and JavaScript, and orchestrating containerized applications with AWS ECS and Kubernetes. I implemented monitoring solutions using AWS CloudWatch and Grafana, conducted system audits, and performed performance tuning.
In terms of security, I managed AWS security practices, including IAM roles, policies, security groups, and network ACLs, maintaining compliance with security standards and protocols.
System Engineer
Mirazon
01.2022 - 06.2022
As a System Administrator at Mirazon, I managed and maintained Microsoft 365 services, focusing on performance and user satisfaction. I resolved issues in Office 365 applications and implemented robust security policies. My role involved managing a variety of Windows and Linux servers, ensuring high availability, regular system monitoring, and optimizing server configurations.
I administered VMware virtual environments, including ESXi hosts, contributing to a robust and scalable infrastructure. My responsibilities included managing virtual machine provisioning, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning. I utilized PowerShell, JavaScript, and Python for scripting, automating administrative tasks, enhancing system interoperability, and optimizing performance.
System Engineer
Louisville Geek
01.2021 - 01.2022
System Engineer
CompuCom
01.2018 - 01.2021
Skills
AWS Services:
- Amazon VPC: Designed and managed VPC environments, ensuring efficient network segmentation and security.
- Subnetting: Implemented strategic subnetting within AWS to optimize network performance and security.
- Routing Tables: Managed and optimized AWS routing tables for effective network traffic routing.
- EC2: Deployed and maintained EC2 instances tailored to project needs.
- S3: Leveraged S3 for efficient data storage, organization, and access management.
- RDS: Administered RDS instances, optimizing database performance and reliability.
- IAM: Developed robust IAM policies to strengthen cloud security.
- CloudFormation: Utilized CloudFormation for automating the deployment and management of AWS resources.
- AWS Lambda: Created and managed serverless functions to enhance application efficiency.
- CloudWatch: Monitored AWS environments to ensure performance and reliability.
- Elastic Load Balancing: Implemented ELB to distribute traffic and enhance application scalability.
- Route 53: Managed DNS and traffic for AWS services with Route 53.
DevOps Tools & Practices:
- CI/CD: Developed and maintained CI/CD pipelines using Code Pipeline.
- Infrastructure as Code: Applied Terraform and AWS CloudFormation for efficient infrastructure management.
- Configuration Management: Streamlined server configuration and maintenance using Ansible, Chef, and Puppet.
- Containerization & Orchestration: Deployed Docker and Kubernetes to improve application deployment and scalability.
- Scripting: Automated various tasks and processes using Bash and Python.
Windows Server Management:
- Installation & Configuration: Set up and configured Windows Servers to meet organizational needs.
- Active Directory Management: Managed and optimized Active Directory for user and resource management.
- Network Configuration & Troubleshooting: Ensured reliable network performance and addressed issues promptly.
- PowerShell Scripting: Automated tasks and resolved issues using PowerShell scripts.
- Group Policy Management: Implemented policies to maintain security and operational efficiency.
- Security Best Practices: Applied best practices to secure Windows Server environments.
Microsoft 365:
- Administration & Configuration: Managed and optimized Microsoft 365 environments.
- Exchange Online: Administered Exchange Online for efficient email communication.
- SharePoint Online: Managed SharePoint Online for collaborative work and document management.
- Microsoft Teams: Facilitated team collaboration and communication using Microsoft Teams.
- OneDrive for Business: Implemented and managed OneDrive for secure and efficient file storage.
- Security and Compliance: Ensured compliance with security policies in Microsoft 365.
- PowerShell Automation: Automated tasks in Microsoft 365 using PowerShell.
General IT Skills:
- Network Security: Implemented security measures to protect network infrastructure.
- System Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Proactively monitored systems and resolved issues to minimize downtime.
- Data Backup & Disaster Recovery: Developed and tested backup and disaster recovery plans.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Applied strong analytical skills to solve complex technical issues.
Soft Skills:
- Effective Communication: Excelled in communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborated effectively in team environments, contributing to shared goals.
- Project Management: Managed projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and quality results.
- Attention to Detail: Maintained high accuracy in all technical implementations and documentation.
- Time Management: Prioritized and managed tasks effectively in fast-paced environments.
Timeline
Owner/Developer
Iproxy.XYZ
09.2023 - 12.2023
System Engineer
Mirazon
01.2022 - 06.2022
System Engineer
Louisville Geek
01.2021 - 01.2022
AWS Dev Operations Engineer
Alchemist Tech
01.2018 - 09.2023
System Engineer
CompuCom
01.2018 - 01.2021
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