Summary

Self-taught engineer focused on DevOps practices, with hands-on experience in Linux, automation, and virtualized infrastructure. Built reproducible environments using Ansible, QEMU/KVM, and cloud-init, with an emphasis on security and reliability. Currently preparing for AWS SAA and LFCS certifications.

Skills

Operating Systems & Platforms: Linux, RHEL, Fedora, Ubuntu, Debian, OpenWRT, RouterOS (MikroTik).

Virtualization & Infrastructure: QEMU/KVM, cloud-init, Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

Automation & Configuration Management: Ansible, Shell scripting.

Networking & Security: Network segmentation, firewall configuration, SSH hardening.

Cloud & Architecture: AWS (HA design principles, load balancing).

Tools & Development: Git, fzf, bat, Fish shell, NGINX.

Project Experience

homelab-docs

  • Developed a security-focused homelab to simulate production-like network architecture and operations.
  • Automated Fedora VM provisioning and firewall configuration with Ansible to improve environment consistency.
  • Implemented segmentation, access controls, and service isolation with reproducible documentation and troubleshooting workflows.

iac-redcap-microservice

  • Designed Infrastructure as Code workflows for microservice deployment and environment standardization.
  • Automated provisioning and configuration steps to reduce manual setup time and improve repeatability.
  • Applied secure service communication patterns and modular architecture to support reuse.

aws-architect-local-labs

  • Built local high-availability lab scenarios using Fedora and QEMU/KVM virtualization.
  • Configured NGINX load balancing and cloud-init based instance bootstrapping for repeatable tests.
  • Validated fault tolerance and service distribution behaviors under controlled conditions.

rhel-quemu-infra-lab

  • Provisioned a RHEL 9.5 virtual lab environment with multiple disks and automated initialization via cloud-init.
  • Scripted QEMU VM lifecycle commands to streamline administration and lab repeatability.
  • Applied SSH hardening controls to improve secure remote access practices.

FINS (Fish Interactive Navigation Script)

  • Developed an interactive fish shell workflow utility integrating fzf and bat previews.
  • Improved navigation speed and command execution efficiency in daily terminal workflows.
  • Iterated on usability and performance based on real usage patterns.

my learning path (certifications)

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (in progress).
  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) (in progress).
  • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (next to do).
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