TODD CAPUTO
Heislerville,NJ
Summary
Experienced Cloud Engineer with a strong background in designing and implementing secure and scalable cloud solutions for federal compliance within the FedRAMP authorization process. Skilled at developing Reference Architecture Design Diagrams and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate customer requirements into secure cloud architectures. Proficient in configuring and managing security tools such as Palo Alto Firewalls, Splunk, Burpsuite, Tenable Nessus, and Trend DSM using Infrastructure as Code to deploy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cloud Engineer II
COALFIRE SYSTEMS, INC.
09.2023 - Current
- Designed Reference Architecture Diagrams for customers, enabling them to bring their products to the FedRAMP market, ensuring compliance with federal security standards and guidelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to understand customer requirements and translate them into scalable, secure cloud architectures tailored for FedRAMP authorization.
- Developed Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to automate the deployment of cloud environments, enhancing operational efficiency, reusability, and reducing human error.
- Implemented and managed cloud-based security tools (e.g., Splunk, Palo Alto, Burp Suite, Nessus) to ensure a robust and secure management plane for customer environments.
- Supported the build phase of FedRAMP authorization (ATO) by provisioning and configuring cloud-based tools for continuous monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance reporting.
- Facilitated integration and automation of security controls into cloud environments, supporting the management of security and compliance practices across multiple systems.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure that security controls, risk management, and documentation meet FedRAMP standards.
- Provided expertise in cloud security practices and risk management frameworks, assisting customers in securing their cloud environments and achieving compliance milestones.
- Mentored junior engineers and provided guidance on best practices for cloud architecture, security, and automation within the context of FedRAMP.
- Contributed to the development of reusable code by creating and maintaining Cloud Provider pak modules for AWS and Azure, streamlining deployment processes and promoting standardization across multiple customer environments.
Cloud Engineer
TRIUMPH TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Managed Service Provider/Cloud Consulting
- Guiding clients through their business-critical opportunities working toward a solution
- Designed, deployed, and managed highly available and scalable cloud architectures on AWS for multiple clients, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency
- Developed Infrastructure as Code templates using CloudFormation and Terraform, enabling automation and version control of infrastructure deployments
- Implemented robust monitoring and alerting solutions using Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, and ELK Stack, ensuring proactive identification and resolution of issues
- Assisted in the development and execution of disaster recovery plans and performed regular backups and restoration tests to ensure business continuity
- Monitored system performance and capacity, generating reports and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and cost optimization
- Developed custom Packer templates and scripts to build golden images and machine images for AWS, ensuring standardized deployments
- Integrated Packer with IaC tools like Terraform to streamline the provisioning of infrastructure resources, enabling rapid and repeatable deployment of cloud-based environments
- Managed Service Provider/Cloud Consulting
Systems Engineer
AGILITY TECHNOLOGIES GROUP
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: Managed Service Provider
- Provide technical support of varying complexity for 15 clients comprising 1,000+ users and equipment
- Address user tickets regarding hardware, software and networking issues
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and technical consultant, understanding their unique business requirements and delivering tailored solutions to meet their needs
- Provided expert-level support and troubleshooting for complex technical issues, collaborating closely with clients to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, exceeding SLA's
- Led knowledge sharing initiatives and provided training to internal teams, enabling them to effectively support and maintain client solutions while staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends
- Oversaw the deployment and configuration of enterprise-level systems, including network infrastructure, virtualization platforms, security solutions, and data storage systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
- Managed Service Provider
Fuel Associate/Customer Service Associate
WAWA
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Greet and provide an enjoyable shopping experience for all customers. Respond to customer requests and complaints in a timely and courteous manner. Utilize the GREAT customer service and customer recovery model to ensure customer engagement.
- Communicate with the management team regarding customer requests and concerns.
- Operate the cash register, scan items, bag merchandise and properly handle different methods of payment. Maintain proper cash levels in register drawer and change machines. Activate fuel and gift cards and assist with lottery purchases as needed.
- Stock and refill product within the interior and exterior core register area, cold express cases, bakery and grocery aisles.
- Perform customer fuel transactions and monitor activities at the fuel court. Stop fuel pumps if necessary.
- Prepare all made to order food and/or beverages according to recipe or customer specifications.
- Stock food and beverage areas with products and supplies to ensure in stock conditions at all times. Ensure coffee thermals are filled and working properly.
- Complete cleanliness tasks to ensure all food and beverage service areas are free of any residue, debris and spills.
- Complete all store housekeeping functions (i.e., cleaning, dusting, sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, etc.).
- Ensure safe working conditions by maintaining a clean, organized work area in accordance to standards.
Desktop Support Analyst
RED PALADIN
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Company Overview: Managed Service Provider
- Spearheaded the technical resolution of 10-15 tickets per day including P1 mission critical or VIP tickets, P2 requiring downtime, and P3 non-critical technical support with strong resolution SLAs
- Provided technical support to end-users, troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues in a timely manner
- Installed, configured, and maintained desktop computers, laptops, printers, and other peripherals
- Supported and administered various operating systems, including Windows and Mac OS, ensuring optimal performance and security
- Assisted in the setup and configuration of user accounts, permissions, and access levels in Active Directory
- Conducted hardware and software inventory management, ensuring accurate records and timely replenishment of supplies
- Provided end-user training and documentation to promote self-service and reduce support requests
- Managed Service Provider
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer & Network Security
Wilmington University
Wilmington01.2019
Associate in Applied Science - Network Management/Cybersecurity
Cumberland County College
Vineland01.2019
Skills
- Terraform
- Packer
- Ansible
- Azure Tools & Architecture
- GCP Tools & Architecture
- AWS Tools & Architecture
- Entra ID
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- CI/CD Pipelines
- GitLab
- GitHub
- BitBucket
- JIRA
- Confluence
Certification
- AWS Certified Developer - Associate (CDA), 07/01/22
- Linux LPI Essentials, 05/01/22
- Hashicorp Certified Terraform Associate, 03/01/23
- Google Cloud Professional Security Engineer Certification, 09/28/2024
Recent Training
Level Up in Tech, 05/01/22, 10/31/22, Comprehensive 24-week cloud career bootcamp leveraging real world projects and industry mentorship.
Timeline
Cloud Engineer II
COALFIRE SYSTEMS, INC.
09.2023 - Current
Cloud Engineer
TRIUMPH TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
10.2022 - 07.2023
Fuel Associate/Customer Service Associate
WAWA
11.2020 - 05.2021
Systems Engineer
AGILITY TECHNOLOGIES GROUP
02.2020 - 09.2022
Desktop Support Analyst
RED PALADIN
09.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computer & Network Security
Wilmington University
Associate in Applied Science - Network Management/Cybersecurity
Cumberland County College
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