Summary

• A seasoned Cloud Engineer with over 20 years of experience in designing, managing, and optimizing cloud computing systems and infrastructure.
• I have extensive experience working with Linux*, Cloud Security, Golang,Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes, and other Cloud-Native technologies to develop and implement robust cloud architecture.
• Expertise in leading large-scale cloud migrations, multi-cloud architectures, and ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Proficient in cost optimization, cloud security protocols, and performance tuning.
• Known for delivering innovative cloud solutions that drive digital transformation and business agility.
• Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that align IT infrastructure with organizational goals.
• Highly skilled in virtualization, containerization, and cloud automation technologies.

Technical Skills

Cloud Platforms & Architecture: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Red Hat OpenShift, Cloud Architect
Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, Docker Swarm, Helm, Longhorn, Istio, Calico, Rook Ceph
DevOps & CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD, Azure DevOps, CircleCI, Bamboo, Octopus, GitHub, Bitbucket, Prometheus, Jira, SonarQube, Grafana, Fluentd, ELK Stack
Infrastructure as Code & Automation: Terraform, Ansible
Security & Compliance: Vault, OWASP ZAP, Trivy, Kube Bench, Aqua, kubeaudit, Clair, Snyk
Programming & Scripting Languages: Go (Golang), Bash, Python, Node.js
Databases: MongoDB, MySQL
Monitoring & Cost Optimization: Prometheus, Grafana, Kubecost

Certifications

• AZ-304: Microsoft Azure Architect Design
• AZ-303: Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies
• CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator
• KCSA: Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate
• CKAD: Certified Kubernetes Application Developer
• CKS: Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist
• KCNA: Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate
• FinOps Certified Practitioner
• Kubestronaut
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals

Work Experience

Sr. DevOps Engineer:

Consultant
Timeline: 05/2024 - Present

• Jostens is an American manufacturer of memorabilia.
• Created and managed CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI
• Migrated old repositories from SVN to Git
• Developed and implemented Azure Security Architecture

 

DevOps Engineer:

Organization: Copa Airlines
Timeline: 08/2023 - 05/2024

• Copa Airlines is the flag carrier of Panama.
• Designed and managed Azure governance, security, and compliance frameworks
• Enhanced cloud security practices within the organization

 

Sr. Cloud Engineer:

Organization: Maureen Data Systems (MDS)
Timeline: 01/2022 - 03/2023

• MDS is an innovative technology solutions company that serves global clients.
• Expertise in containers and cloud modernization and migration
• Provided technical leadership in Azure and AWS environments
• Led pre-sales technical discussions
• Promoted and implemented DevOps methodologies

 

Cloud Solution Architect (CSA):

Organization: Microsoft
Timeline: 08/2020 - 01/2022

• Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company.
• Azure expert focused on architecting cloud solutions
• Implemented DevOps practices and cloud architecture
• Pre-sales technical consultancy
• Designed and implemented microservices architectures

 

Software Architect:

Organization: Banco Popular Dominicano
Timeline: 10/2019 - 02/2020

• Banco Popular Dominicano is a leading bank in the Dominican Republic.
• Led software design and architecture with a focus on containers and microservices
• Managed OpenShift, AWS, and Azure environments
• Developed microservices architecture design patterns.

 

Senior DevOps Engineer:

Organization: OpSec Security
Timeline: 02/2018 - 11/2019

• OpSec Security is the leading provider of integrated online protection and authentication solutions for brands and governments.
• Managed DevOps operations with Octopus and Bamboo
• Performed Linux system administration tasks
• Implemented containerization using Docker and Docker Swarm
• MongoDB and MySQL database administration

 

System Administrator / DevOps Engineer:

Organization: Instacarro.com
Timeline: 12/2016 - 12/2017

• InstaCarro is an online platform for selling cars quickly and securely.
• Administered AWS infrastructure
• Linux system administration
• Led DevOps initiatives and automated workflows
• MongoDB administration

 

DevOps / Cloud Engineer:

Freelance
Timeline: 08/2013 - 11/2016

• Solved technical challenges using software development and automation principles
• Developed automation scripts utilizing Shell scripting, Linux, and Docker to improve efficiency

 

Senior Information Security Analyst:

Hospital General de la Plaza de la Salud
Timeline: 03/2013 - 06/2013

• Hospital General de la Plaza de la Salud is a non-profit healthcare institution.
• Managed Active Directory account operations
• Operated AS/400 systems (IBM iSeries)

 

AS/400 Operator:

Banco BHD, S.A.
Timeline: 2006 - 2007

• Banco BHD is a financial institution supervised by the Superintendency of Banks in the Dominican Republic.
• Operated and maintained AS/400 systems

 

Microsoft Office Trainer:

Centro Educativo Crossover
Timeline: 08/2004 - 07/2006

• Instructed students in Windows and Microsoft Office applications

 

System Administrator:
Consejo Nacional de la persona Envejeciente (CONAPE)
Timeline: 01/2004 - 01/2005

• El Consejo Nacional De La Persona Envejeciente (CONAPE), creado por la ley 352-98 del año 1998, es la entidad responsable de diseñar las políticas nacionales a favor del adulto mayor.
• Network Administrator
• Windows and Linux System Administrator

Conferences & Courses

Containers Security - DevFest Santo Domingo

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HTTP Servers from Scratch: ¡Prácticas de un SysAdmin Old School!

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Containers Security - CodeCampSDQ 2022

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Taller Docker from Zero to Hero (3 Weeks) - Week 1

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Taller Docker from Zero to Hero (3 Weeks) - Week 2

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Taller Docker from Zero to Hero (3 Weeks) - Week 3

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Principios de Seguridad de Contenedores

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Deployment Strategies in Real Life!

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