Vinit Parakh
DevOps Engineer
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in cloud infrastructure optimization and automation. Demonstrated expertise in reducing operational costs and enhancing system efficiency through strategic cloud deployments and innovative automation solutions. Proficient in a broad range of programming and cybersecurity practices, with a strong foundation in Kubernetes, AWS, and performance testing. Highly skilled in database and server migration, MySQL replication, and the setup of monitoring tools and scripts to ensure seamless migrations and enhanced security.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
DevOps Engineer
Bectran, Inc
Schaumburg, Illinois
08.2022 - Current
- Executed seamless migration of production database to AWS Aurora RDS using AWS Data Migration Service; achieved zero downtime and initiated MySQL replication using MySQL dump and Percona XtraBackup to enhance data integrity
- Designed and implemented detailed migration plans for relocating workloads from various platforms to AWS, including complex, multi-tier applications; leveraged MySQL replication, direct connect, and site-to-site VPN to ensure seamless migration
- Applied AWS Cost Explorer, Reserved Instances, and Savings Plans to cut infrastructure costs by 40%
- Developed and implemented microservices architecture for Java-based applications using Kubernetes EKS clusters, significantly enhancing system scalability and robustness
- Configured HA Proxy for high availability, failover, and redundancy, complemented by comprehensive monitoring solutions to ensure continuous system reliability
- Maintained version control systems like Git or SVN for seamless collaboration among developers and engineers during project lifecycles.
- Utilized Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS Cloud Watch to enhance monitoring and application performance management, overseeing APM, logs, security, network traffic, and more
- Spearheaded integration of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, accelerating software delivery cycles by 30% and enhancing deployment efficiency across AWS platforms
- Set up Alert Logic firewall and AWS security services (VPC flow logs, Cloud Trail, EC2 Server logs) to monitor and detect security incidents and anomalies
- Established MySQL failover architectures and replication strategies (Group Replication & Master-Master) using EC2, Load Balancer, and Autoscaling; set up monitoring tools and scripts to validate MySQL synchronization and ensure data integrity
- Spearheaded performance testing of web applications using JMeter to evaluate scalability, reliability, and speed across various service layers
- Played a key role in preparing and leading SOC 2 Type II audit process, ensuring strict adherence to security, availability, and confidentiality principles across all operations
- Took charge of ongoing management, improvement, and monitoring of cloud infrastructure (AWS EC2, S3, RDS), including backups, patches, and scaling operations
Cyber Threat Automation Intern
NYC Office of Technology & Innovation
New York, New York
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Spearheaded automation of Kubernetes pod scaling and developed robust data visualization tools using Elastic search and Kibana
- Troubleshot information system accessibility, availability or operability problems to identify and mitigate errors or deficiencies and develop solutions.
- Developed database to automate collection and aggregation of attributes
- Developed Python script to analyze logs and identify deny listed IP addresses
- Supported industrial control security efforts through systematic risk categorization across critical infrastructure domains
- Assisted in development of tool for identification and classification of phishing emails
Intern
Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity
Albany, NY
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Designed and implemented security algorithms for real-time threat detection and prioritization, enhancing response capabilities
- Gained valuable experience working within specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Member of Technical Staff
Idea Rise Technology
Bangalore, KA
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Developed and executed a business plan for migrating multiple web applications to AWS using Glue, Step Function, Event Bridge, Lambda function, and S3, improving performance and stability
- Implemented automation pipelines using AWS Elastic Beanstalk and CI/CD, reducing operational time for daily batch cycles by 20%
- Deployed and managed Java & PHP applications across multiple AWS services, including EC2, S3, and RDS, utilizing AWS Code Deploy and Cloud Watch for improving deployment efficiency and monitoring
- Developed innovative solutions to complex technical problems, improving overall efficiency and productivity of the team.
- Collaborated with team members to design and implement new software products and ongoing business projects
- Participated in full development life cycle, including requirements analysis and design
- Analyzed code to find causes of errors and revised programs as needed
- Provided guidance on industry best practices and governance for web applications and web sites
- Worked closely with Quality Assurance to ensure end product was delivered with quality outcomes
Education
Master of Science - Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
University At Albany
Albany, NY 08.2021 - 08.2022
PGDM - International Business Management
IFIM Business School
Bangalore 07.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Rajasthan Technical University
Rajasthan 07.2014 - 08.2018
Skills
Scripting languages
System administration
Infrastructure automation
Monitoring and logging
Microservices architecture
DevOps methodologies
Serverless computing
API gateway configuration
Cloud migration strategies
Cost management
Data storage solutions
AWS security management
Virtualization technologies
Infrastructure deployment
Database administration
AWS networking solutions
Version control systems
Certification
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), The Linux Foundation, 01/01/24, 01/01/27
Timeline
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), The Linux Foundation, 01/01/24, 01/01/27
01-2024
DevOps Engineer
Bectran, Inc
08.2022 - Current
Cyber Threat Automation Intern
NYC Office of Technology & Innovation
06.2022 - 08.2022
AWS Certified Developer - Associate, Amazon Web Services (AWS), 05/01/22, 05/01/25
05-2022
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, Amazon Web Services (AWS), 03/01/22, 03/01/25
03-2022
Intern
Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity
01.2022 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
University At Albany
08.2021 - 08.2022
PGDM - International Business Management
IFIM Business School
07.2021 - 08.2022
Member of Technical Staff
Idea Rise Technology
05.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Rajasthan Technical University
07.2014 - 08.2018