ABOUT ME

Greetings! My name is Rafael, and I'm a highly motivated and skilled Cloud Security Engineer.

Armed with a robust technical support background, I'm adept at deploying, managing, and fortifying cloud-based systems. My fervor for technology aligns seamlessly with my proficiency in cloud architecture, automation, and orchestration, bolstered by extensive expertise in AWS, Azure, Linux, Networking, and Containers. I'm eager to integrate my skills into a dynamic DevOps team, enhancing security protocols and contributing to the organization's resilience in the cloud environment.



Certifications

AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02

April 2024

AWS Certified SysOps Administrator

March 2024

HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (003)

June 2023

Linux Essentials

January 2023

CompTIA IT Operations Specialist

September 2022

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

May 2022

Azure Admin AZ-104

April 2022

University of Central Florida: Business Management

December 2013

Work

ClearData

Cloud Security Engineer • October 2023 - Present

  • Implement and maintain robust cloud security measures to safeguard sensitive data and applications.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and mitigate security risks within cloud environments.
  • Develop and enforce security policies and procedures in compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement security controls for cloud-based infrastructure.

Level Up in Tech

Containers Specialist Coach • July 2023 - October 2023

  • Provide hands-on training and mentorship to development and operations teams on Docker containerization, best practices, and tools.
  • Assist in designing, implementing, and maintaining Docker infrastructure, including container orchestration platforms.
  • Offer guidance in identifying and resolving Docker-related issues, ensuring the stability and reliability of containerized applications.
  • Promote and enforce best practices in Docker image creation, container management, security, and resource optimization.

Par Technologies

Technical Support Agent • November 2022 - October 2023

  • Troubleshoot LAN connection issues related to IP Addressing, Firewalls, DHCP, and DNS.
  • Analyze and modify configuration and database files to ensure smooth operation of desktop applications.
  • Automate tasks using PowerShell and Batch scripting for improved efficiency
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with Partech SaaS and hardware solutions for customers, providing exceptional customer service.

Dataprise

Desktop Support Engineer • April 2021 - November 2022

  • Provide first-tier support to end-users for Windows and OSX applications, including hardware troubleshooting.
  • Support the network infrastructure, including VPNs, IP addresses, DNS, and DHCP, to maintain a stable and reliable network.
  • Maintain firewalls and servers, including triage and troubleshooting, to ensure the security and availability of company systems.
  • Use PowerShell to perform administrative tasks related to Office 365, Active Directory, and Azure, such as deployment, configuration, and monitoring of these cloud services.

Concentrix

IT Support Specialist • July 2020 - December 2020

  • First line of support for a high volume, fast-paced environment
  • Troubleshooted MAC OS, IOS Devices
  • Voluntary left to pursue additional IT education

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Key Skills

  • AWS
  • Python
  • Linux
  • Terraform
  • Cloud Security
  • Docker
  • IAM