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Certified Red Hat Architect, Consultant and DevOps Engineer with more than ten years’ experience.

Advanced knowledge in designing infrastructure architecture.  Specialized in most Red Hat components such as OpenShift, Satellite, Ansible Automation Platform, RHEL, etc.,  and Cloud Computing such as Kubernetes, AWS, AKS, Jenkins, Terraform, etc.  

Proven ability of efficient and customer-oriented working using the principles of Scrum. Long-standing technical project management experiences with strong leadership skills, combined with advanced vocational training courses and the permanent dialogue with  customers, characterize the quality of my work.   

Certifications

  • Red Hat Certified Architect (Certification ID:  140-083-502)
    • EX447 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Best Practices
    • EX403 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Deployment and Systems Management
    • EX180 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Containers and Kubernetes
    • EX288 Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Application Development
    • EX280 Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration
    • EX407 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation
    • EX403 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Deployment and Systems Management
    • EX405 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Configuration Management
    • EX342 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Linux Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
    • EX318 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Virtualization
    • EX413 Red Hat Certified Specialist in Server Security and Hardening
    • EX401 Red Hat Enterprise Deployment and Systems Management
    • EX300 Red Hat Certified  Engineer
    • EX200 Red Hat Certified System Administrator
  • Red Hat Certified Instructor
  • and more ...

Project Experiences

11/2023today

Architect & DevOps Engineer

Federal Institute in Bonn, GER
  • Held the position of Architect and DevOps Engineer, responsible for the architecture and implementation of the container platform.
  • Architected and implemented multiple OpenShift clusters on VMware ESX, ensuring the seamless deployment and management of containerized applications.
  • Planned and implemented a robust monitoring system using Prometheus and Grafana, providing real-time insights into the platform and application performance.
  • Leveraged technologies such as OpenShift 4, Ansible Automation Platform, GitLab, ArgoCD, Python, and OpenShift Monitoring Stack to optimize system performance and scalability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of the container platform, meeting project timelines and objectives.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation of the architecture and implementation process, facilitating knowledge transfer and ensuring consistency.
  • Planned and implemented ACM (Red Hat Advanced Cluster Management for Kubernetes) for efficient cluster management.
  • Utilized Cisco ACI and Kyverno for advanced network management in OpenShift.
  • Implemented SAP Data Intelligence (SAP DI) for enhanced data processing and analysis capabilities.
  • Implemented GitLab and GitLab runner based on OpenShift for streamlined version control and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
  • Implemented JFrog Artifactory on OpenShift for efficient artifact management and distribution.
  • Implemented HashiCorp Vault on OpenShift for secure storage and management of sensitive data.
  • Implemented Red Hat Build of Keycloak (RHBK) on OpenShift for robust identity and access management.
11/202211/2023

Architect & DevOps Engineer

IT Consulting Company in Nuremberg, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF SEVERAL CONTAINER PLATFORMS

  • Held the position of Architect and DevOps Engineer, responsible for the architecture and implementation of the container platform.
  • Architected and implemented multiple OpenShift clusters on physical hardware and OpenStack, ensuring containerized applications' seamless deployment and management.
  • Planned and implemented a robust monitoring system using Prometheus and Grafana, providing real-time insights into the platform and application performance.
  • Leveraged technologies such as OpenShift 4, Ansible Automation Platform, ArgoCD, Python and OpenShift Monitoring Stack to optimize system performance and scalability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of the container platform, meeting project timelines and objectives.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation of the architecture and implementation process, facilitating knowledge transfer and ensuring consistency.
02/2022today

Architect & DevOps Engineer

Supply Chain Management Company in Bonn, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF SEVERAL CONTAINER PLATFORMS

  • Held the position of Architect and DevOps Engineer, responsible for the architecture and implementation of the container platform.
  • Architected and implemented multiple OpenShift clusters, ensuring the seamless deployment and management of containerized applications.
  • Planned and implemented a robust monitoring system using Prometheus and Grafana, providing real-time insights into the platform and application performance.
  • Leveraged technologies such as OpenShift 4, Ansible Automation Platform, ArgoCD, Python and OpenShift Monitoring Stack to optimize system performance and scalability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of the container platform, meeting project timelines and objectives.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation of the architecture and implementation process, facilitating knowledge transfer and ensuring consistency.
01/2019today

Architect & Developer of Product A.I.O.

Lightning IT GmbH & Co. KG in Zossen, GER

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF SATELLLITE 6 (A.I.O.)

  • Led the in-house development of an independent product, focusing on the automation of Patch Management, One-Click Provisioning of hosts, and the supply of Satellite 6 servers to best practice standards.
  • Achieved total automation of Patch Management, reducing the process to a single button press, resulting in significant time and resource savings.
  • Implemented individual One-Click Provisioning of hosts, streamlining the deployment process and improving efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained software architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and adherence to industry standards.
  • Utilized technologies such as Satellite 6, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Ansible, Python, Django, Anaconda and Groovy to build robust and efficient solutions.
  • Managed the entire project lifecycle, from planning and requirements gathering to implementation and deployment.
02/202112/2022

DevOps Engineer

IT Consulting Company in Eschborn, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF SEVERAL CONTAINER PLATFORMS on bare-metal

  • Led the successful implementation of multiple OpenShift clusters, enabling efficient containerization and deployment of applications.
  • Planned and executed the architecture for monitoring the platform and applications, utilizing Prometheus and Grafana to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Designed and implemented automated installation routines, streamlining the deployment process and reducing manual effort.
  • Held the position of Solution Architect and DevOps Engineer, responsible for the overall architecture and implementation of the container platforms.
  • Utilized technologies such as OpenShift 4, Cumulus Linux, bare-metal infrastructure, Ansible, ArgoCD, Grafana, Prometheus and Python to deliver robust and scalable solutions.
  • Ensured consistency and clarity in all documentation and communication, avoiding technical jargon and making complex concepts accessible to stakeholders.
12/202002/2021

DevOps Engineer

IT Security Service Provider Company in Berlin, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF SEVERAL CONTAINER PLATFORMS

  • Held the position of Architect and DevOps Engineer, responsible for the architecture and implementation of the container platform.
  • Architected and implemented multiple OpenShift clusters, ensuring the seamless deployment and management of containerized applications.
  • Planned and implemented a robust monitoring system using Prometheus and Grafana, providing real-time insights into the platform and application performance.
  • Leveraged technologies such as Kubernetes, Ansible Tower, Flux, Longhorn and Python to optimize system performance and scalability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of the container platform, meeting project timelines and objectives.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation of the architecture and implementation process, facilitating knowledge transfer and ensuring consistency.
01/201901/2021

Technical Teamlead

Finance Company in Munich, GER

PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LINUX  “INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE” ENVIRONMENT

  • Led the planning and implementation of a Linux "Infrastructure as Code" environment, utilizing technologies such as Satellite 6, Docker, Git, Jenkins Puppet and Ansible Automation Platform.
  • Designed and implemented a Satellite 6 solution, ensuring efficient and scalable infrastructure management.
  • Developed and automated patch management processes using Python and Docker, resulting in a reduction in patching time and improved system security.
  • Took responsibility for architecture planning, implementation, and project management, ensuring successful delivery of the project within specified timelines and budget.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation of the infrastructure setup and configuration, facilitating ease of understanding and knowledge transfer within the team.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the infrastructure with existing systems and applications.
  • Utilized agile project management methodologies to effectively manage resources, track progress, and mitigate risks.
11/201911/2020

Solution Architect

Automotive Company in Stuttgart, GER

PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LINUX  “INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE” ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Architecture planning and implementation of a Satellite 6 solution

Architecture planning of Ansible Tower

Architecture planning and implementation of automated installation routines

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, RHEL, SLES, Ansible Tower, Bitbucket, Docker

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

09/201911/2019

DevOps Engineer

Finance Company in Stuttgart, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF SEVERAL CONTAINER PLATFORMS

DESCRIPTION: Implementation of several OpenShift clusters

Architecture planning and implementation of monitoring for the platform and applications with Prometheus and Grafana

Architecture planning and implementation of automated installation routines

TECHNOLOGIES: OpenShift 4, Ansible, Grafana, Prometheus, Python

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

11/201809/2019

DevOps Engineer

Finance Company in Bonn, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF SEVERAL CONTAINER PLATFORMS

DESCRIPTION: Implementation of several OpenShift clusters

Architecture planning and implementation of monitoring for the platform and applications with Prometheus and Grafana

Architecture planning and implementation of automated installation routines 

TECHNOLOGIES: OpenShift, Ansible, Grafana, Prometheus, Python, Groovy

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

10/201811/2018

Technical Teamlead

Finance Company Munich, GER

PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LINUX  “INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE” ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Architecture planning and implementation of a Satellite 6 solution

Architecture planning of Puppet within Satellite 6

Automation of the Patch Management with Python and Docker

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Docker, Git, Jenkins, Puppet

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation, Project Management

04/201709/2018

Technical Teamlead

Insurance Company in Dusseldorf, GER

PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LINUX  “INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE” ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Architecture planning and implementation of a Satellite 6 solution

Architecture planning of Puppet within Satellite 6

Architecture planning and implementation of an “infrastructure as code” environment, amongst others with GitLAB and Jenkins

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Git, Jenkins, Puppet, Red Hat Identity Management

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation, Technical Project Management

04/201705/2017

DevOps Engineer

Industry Company in Dusseldorf, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF AN OPENSHIFT PLATFORM FOR AN “INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE” ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Implementation of an OpenShift cluster

Containerization of the customer’s software

Implementation of different “infrastructure as code” environments and monitoring tools as containers

TECHNOLOGIES: OpenShift, Ansible, Git, Jenkins, Azure (AKS)

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

03/201704/2017

Solution Architect

Wholesale Trade Company in Hamburg, GER

PLANING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A SATELLLITE 6 ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Architecture planning and implementation of a Satellite 6 solution

Architecture planning and implementation of Puppet within Satellite 6

Architecture planning and implementation of an automated installation routine for hardware and virtual machines through Jenkins and Python

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Puppet, Jenkins, Python

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

03/201703/2017

Consultant

Insurance Company in Neuss, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF A RHEV ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Implementation of a Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Cluster

Import of the present environment into the new cluster

TECHNOLOGIES: Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 4

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

11/201611/2016

Solution Architect

Automotive Industry Company in Stuttgart, GER

ANALYSIS AND REPLANNING OF THE PRESENT PUPPET ENVIRONMENT 

DESCRIPTION: Analysis and solution for defective cases

Implementation of r10k in combination with Hiera

Development of platform-independent Puppet modules

TECHNOLOGIES: Puppet

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

11/201611/2016

Author & Trainer

Insurance Company in Bern, SUI

SATELLITE 6 MIGRATION WORKSHOP

DESCRIPTION: Planning and creation of customer-specific training documents

Execution of a migration workshop

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6

RESPONSIBILITY: Planning and coordination, Execution of the workshop

10/201611/2016

Solution Architect

Food Industry Company in Cologne, GER

MIGRATION OF SATELLITE 5 TO SATELLITE 6

DESCRIPTION: Planning and implementation of an automated PXE Installation for hardware and virtual machines

Automation of the present installation procedures

Planning and implementation of a configuration management with Puppet

Creation of a python script which communicates with Satellite API to manage its hosts

Planning and creation of a customized Patch Management

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Puppet, Python

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture

05/201607/2016

Consultant

Automotive Industry Company in Stuttgart, GER

HARMONIZATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF PRESENT INSTALLATION PROCESSES 

DESCRIPTION: Creation of a self-sufficient and flexible configurable setup program for JBoss by using Puppet

Fully automated provisioning of JBoss with self-developed Puppet recipes

TECHNOLOGIES: Puppet, JBoss

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

03/201604/2016

Solution Architect

Wholesale Trade Company in Dusseldorf, GER

MIGRATION OF SATELLITE 5 TO SATELLITE 6

DESCRIPTION: Planning and implementation of an automated PXE Installation for hardware and virtual machines

Automation of present installation procedures

Planning and implementation of a configuration management with Puppet

Integration of FreeIPA into the fully automated installation process

Enabling a simplified response of API by python scripts

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 5, Satellite 6, FreeIPA, Puppet, Python

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

03/201603/2016

Solution Architect

Public Sector Company in Vienna, AUT

ARCHITECTURE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF FULLY AUTOMATED DEPLOYMENT PROCESSES

DESCRIPTION: Mock-based RPM packaging

Creation of Puppet modules

Distribution of Puppet modules through a lifecycle environment among the whole infrastructure

Automation of tasks by using Jenkins 

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Jenkins, Mock

RESPONSIBILITY: Architecture, Implementation

02/201603/2016

Consultant

Electronic Engineering Company in Stuttgart, GER

ARCHITECTURE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A PLATFORM FOR BUSINESS APPLICATIONS

DESCRIPTION: Architecture design and implementation of several
SAP NetWeaver HA clusters

Creation of HA clusters for SAP NetWeaver under Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7

Creation of several clusters by Pacemaker

TECHNOLOGIES: SAP NetWeaver HA Cluster, Pacemaker

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

10/201511/2015

Consultant

Information Technology Company in Hanover, GER

SATELLITE 5 TO SATELLITE 6 MIGRATION

DESCRIPTION: Implementation of a fully automated PXE installation for hardware
(IBM POWER7) and virtual machines

Automation of the present installation processes

Planning and implementation of a configuration management

Enabling a simplified response of API by scripts

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 5, Satellite 6, Python

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

10/201510/2015

Junior Consultant

Public Sector Company in Vienna, AUT

EXTENSION OF THE PRESENT SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLATFORM

DESCRIPTION: Implementation and extension of the present Satellite 6 Server

Planning and implementation of a configuration management based on Puppet

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Puppet

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

09/201510/2015

Junior Consultant

Insurance Company in Hamburg, GER

REVIEW OF AN AUTOMATED PROVISIONING ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION: Review and optimization of the present Satellite 5 provisioning environment

Extension of the Patch Management by “clone-by-date”

TECHNOLOGIES: Satellite 6, Bash

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

02/201509/2015

Junior Consultant

Finance Company in Stuttgart, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF AN AUTOMATED JBOSS INSTALLATION PROCESS

DESCRIPTION: Architecture planning and implementation of the installation process
of a JBoss application server

Creation of a decentralized installation routine for the JBoss application server and its instances by using BASH and JAVA

TECHNOLOGIES: Bash, JBoss

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

07/201508/2015

Junior Consultant

Food Industry Company in Cologne, GER

IMPLEMENTATION OF OPENSCAP

DESCRIPTION: Consulting and implementation of OpenSCAP

Scripting of auditd Log-Analysis-Tools

TECHNOLOGIES: OpenSCAP, Bash

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

06/201507/2015

Junior Consultant

Insurance Company in Stuttgart, GER

UPDATING AND REVIEW OF SSL VPN CLUSTER

DESCRIPTION: Cluster update

Review of the whole SSLVPN Logic

Client consultation regarding the potential of improvement

TECHNOLOGIES: Juniper SSL VPN

RESPONSIBILITY: Implementation

06/202311/2024

Administrator

Automotive Industry Company in Paris, FRA

ADMINISTRATION OF A CHECKPOINT CLUSTER

DESCRIPTION: R75 cluster installation

R75 cluster debugging

Administration of over 20 Check Point R75 clusters

TECHNOLOGIES: Check Point Firewall

RESPONSIBILITY: Administration