Senior Cloud Engineer | DevOps Leader | Infrastructure Automation Expert With over a decade of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, and IT infrastructure, I specialize in designing, deploying, and automating scalable cloud environments. My expertise spans public and private cloud strategies, infrastructure automation, and cost optimization, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. Cloud & DevOps Excellence I have a proven track record in cloud architecture, leveraging AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible to streamline deployments and enhance system reliability. From automating infrastructure builds to monitoring and alerting with Datadog and CloudWatch, I ensure optimal cloud performance and budget adherence. Leadership & Mentorship As a Director of DevOps and a leader in VMware’s global user community, I drive technical strategy, mentor teams, and foster innovation. My ability to manage cross- functional teams and external consultants has led to the successful execution of cloud migration and infrastructure modernization projects. Continuous Improvement & Compliance With hands-on experience in PCI compliance, Kubernetes administration, and lifecycle management, I focus on enhancing system security and performance. I leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to create repeatable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. I am passionate about cloud technology, automation, and sharing my knowledge with the community.