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Azeez Akintayo

Development
TX, United States

Skills

DevOps

About

AZEEZ AKINTAYO's skills align with Programmers (Information and Communication Technology). AZEEZ also has skills associated with Consultants and Specialists (Information and Communication Technology). AZEEZ AKINTAYO has 12 years of work experience.
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Work Experience

Sr. Azure DevOps engineer

TeleWorld Solutions
July 2020 - Present
  • * Orchestrated Version Control, Build and release Management using Azure DevOps/VSTS for DEV, QA & PROD environments * Designed Azure solutions across cloud models, integrating on-premises, hybrid cloud, and Azure public cloud * Leveraged tools like Visual Studio, Azure Kubernetes Service, Application Insights, and Log Analytics * Enhanced observability and insights into services through Istio service mesh components in Kubernetes * Implemented Azure Site Recovery, and Azure Backup, and secured communication between Azure services and virtual networks * Set up Prometheus for app and Kubernetes monitoring, integrated Grafana for visual dashboards * Established Azure Express Route connection for Azure and On-premises data centre * Developed Microservices for Continuous Delivery with Azure and Docker * Developed Azure Logic App, integrated Docker container orchestration using Kubernetes * Created RESTful APIs using Python frameworks, secured and exposed them with Azure API Management & APIGEE * Implemented serverless Azure Functions using Python, PowerShell, and C# * Established comprehensive Azure governance for resource management. * Orchestrated Version Control, Build and release Management using Azure DevOps/VSTS for DEV, QA & PROD environments. * Leveraged Terraform and CloudFormation for server provisioning using infrastructure as code. * Configured Azure DevOps pipelines for Helm charts deployment and validation. * Developed build and deploy scripts using MAVEN and Jenkins * Utilized Splunk APM for log analysis, integrated with Single Sign-On and Service Now ticketing. * Integrated Ansible with Jenkins for automation and continuous integration, designed repeatable deployment workflows. * Experience in JIRA for ticketing and defect tracking, configured workflows, customizations, and plugins. * Integrated Ansible with Jenkins for automation and continuous integration, designed repeatable deployment workflows.

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Logic Inc
January 2019 - June 2020
  • * Developed capacity and architecture plans for Azure Cloud migration, enhancing IAAS VMs and PAAS role instances for peak performance. * Leveraged Azure Monitoring tools for data collection and issue resolution, including Log Analytics and Application Insights. * Designed and implemented serverless solutions using Azure Functions and Python. * Utilized Azure DevOps/VSTS for version control, build, release management, and deployments across environments. * Orchestrated Docker containers with Kubernetes, managing pods, deployments, scaling, and load balancing. * Configured Azure Express Route for private connections, bridging Azure and on-premises infrastructure. * Worked extensively with Azure services like Azure SQL Database, Data Lake, Data Factory, SQL Data Warehouse, and Analysis Service. * Deployed on-premises services to Azure Cloud using PowerShell scripts, managing Azure Security groups and linking resources. * Employed JIRA Agile methodologies for software development, guiding Scrum masters on agile principles. * Optimized and deployed applications using Azure DevOps CI/CD pipeline, leveraging Repos, Test Plans, App Service, and Application Insight. * Implemented monitoring and alerting using ELK, configuring Logstash and log shippers for data collection. * Designed Elasticsearch indices for storage efficiency and compliance, creating interactive Kibana dashboards. * Utilized Azure Automate for cloud-based process automation, configuration management, and update management. * Implemented Azure best practices for resource optimization and cost-effectiveness. * Implemented Azure Active Directory for secure single sign-on access to SaaS applications. * Configured Azure components, including Active Directory, Key Vault, and encryption, enhancing security. * Set up Azure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for secure user authentication. * Automated Windows patching using PowerShell scripts and created release pipelines in Azure DevOps. * Configured BGP routes for ExpressRoute connections, ensuring robust connectivity between data centres and Azure Cloud. * Created visually appealing dashboards and visualizations using Kibana. * Utilized Kibana to build interactive dashboards for different teams, displaying key metrics and trends.

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Western Digital Corporation
May 2016 - December 2018
  • * Built Azure landing zones and aligned target Azure infrastructure with migrated app requirements. * Defined monitoring and optimization strategies for the Azure environment and migrated apps * Configured Azure Monitor, Azure Application Insights, and other tools for performance, availability, and security tracking. * Demonstrated experience in Azure services including Azure AD, Azure storage, Azure VM, SQL Database, Azure Functions, etc. * Designed Azure networking architecture, encompassing virtual networks, subnets, and connectivity options. * Ensured secure and efficient connectivity between on-premises and Azure environments. * Developed data migration strategies considering volume, sensitivity, and importance. * Implemented methods such as Azure Data Migration Service, Azure Database Migration Service, and Azure Data Factory * Provisioned servers and Azure resources using ARM templates and terraform, adhering to infrastructure-as-code principles. * Implemented version control, build, and release management using Azure DevOps, VSTS, and Visual Studio * Utilized Azure DevOps services for work planning, code collaboration, and efficient application deployment. * Created and maintained Azure DevOps-related tools for deployment and provisioning. * Leveraged Azure Monitoring tools and Dynatrace for proactive monitoring and alert setup. * Diagnosed and fixed service degradation * Automated build and deployment with tools like MAVEN, Jenkins, Nexus, and Ansible * Integrated Ansible with Jenkins for continuous integration using YAML scripting, and integrated Azure applications with third-party systems using Azure integration services and APIs * Designed and maintained scalable Azure infrastructure while ensuring compliance and security. * Implemented industry best practices and regulatory requirements. * Established CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, PowerShell scripting, and automation techniques. * Monitored app performance, identifying, and optimizing bottlenecks using Azure monitoring tools. * Collaborated with cross-functional teams for requirement gathering and successful Azure app deployment. * Provided ongoing support, troubleshooting, bug fixes, and feature enhancements. * Worked on GIT and Bitbucket, skilled in source control concepts including branches, tags, and mergers

DevOps & System Administration Engineer

JC20 Tech. LLC
March 2015 - April 2016
  • * Crafted and rigorously tested storage strategies, along with a comprehensive disaster recovery plan for client databases. * Delivered a solution that ensured impeccable recovery performance and maintained high availability. * Interacted adeptly with both staff and clients through personal interactions and phone communications. * Provided hands-on assistance for system setup and efficient resolution of issues, showcasing exceptional communication skills. * Utilized Splunk to orchestrate real-time monitoring of system operations, enabling swift responses to triggers and observations, ensuring optimal system performance and security. * Analyzed, enhanced, and maintained the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP), these comprehensive documents outline strategies for business continuity and data recovery in worst-case scenarios. * Demonstrated expertise in safeguarding data integrity and recovery within the Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan, both crucial documents for business resilience. * Generated and refined SIEM reports using Splunk, enhancing security insights and incident detection capabilities. * Spearheaded the deployment of MDM profiles using Microsoft Endpoint Manager and created tailored compliance policies for company-owned devices, ensuring standardized security protocols. * Developed baseline compliance for Windows computers, maintaining software operations by conducting in-depth database analysis, performance monitoring, and seamless patch installations. * Monitored and updated web applications, effectively resolving network communication issues, and ensuring uninterrupted performance. * Employed Salesforce ticketing software to accurately document, track, and address reported problems and incidents, driving timely resolutions. * Successfully deployed and maintained services and applications within Windows and Linux environments, orchestrating efficient operational setups. * Collaborated closely with operational leaders and management during outages, offering valuable technical insights and expertise to drive effective solutions. * Utilized Jenkins pipelines for microservices builds and orchestrated Docker container clusters using Kubernetes, optimizing deployment processes for enhanced efficiency. * Leveraged Linux, Bash, GIT, and Docker in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments, contributing to streamlined operations and application management.

Systems Administrator

Citi Bank
March 2012 - February 2015
  • * Took charge of installing, administering, and maintaining SQL Server instances, ensuring their optimal performance and reliability. * Created linked servers connecting SQL Server to diverse databases, such as Oracle, Access, and Informix, facilitating seamless data interaction. * Installed and configured the organization's Unix/Linux OS environment, employing shell scripting tools to ensure a streamlined setup. * Managed the functionality and efficiency of Linux and UNIX-based operating systems, guaranteeing their smooth operation and performance. * Diagnosed and resolved system and network issues, focusing on security, and efficiently addressing hardware and software faults. * Configured and established the necessary infrastructure for a DevOps environment on Linux, facilitating collaborative development and streamlined operations. * Developed and tested storage strategies and disaster recovery plans for operational databases, ensuring high availability and efficient recovery. * Interacted with staff and clients, offering guidance and resolving issues either face-to-face or over the telephone, facilitating system setup and problem-solving. * Conducted software maintenance operations, including database analysis, performance monitoring, and patch management to ensure optimum functionality. * Managed daily software configuration activities for multiple product lines, encompassing source code control, version control, branch management, build management, and release management. * Successfully installed, configured, and upgraded Oracle server software for customers, ensuring seamless database functionality. * Oversaw database security and integrity by creating and maintaining roles and users, assigning privileges, and implementing data disaster backup procedures. * Expertly manipulated and queried data using SQL and ISQL, ensuring efficient data handling and retrieval. * Collaborated closely with infrastructure, Java developers, network, database, application, and business intelligence teams to ensure high data quality and availability.

Education

Lead City University

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication and Media Tech