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Sowmya Rani - AZURE DEVOPS ENGINEER

sowmyashankarreddy@gmail.com

Location: Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

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SOWMYA RANI PEDDAKA SHANKAR REDDY +1 501-291-1843 SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: 9 Years of experience in IT industry as an Azure DevOps/Agile operations, Build/Release Management, Change/Incident Management and Cloud Management. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Result-driven IT Professional with referable & strong experience in creating, enhancing, and automating available, scalable, and reliable infrastructure and applications. Highly skilled in creating & maintaining fully automated CI/CD pipelines and modernizing development and release processes, improving reliability, and facilitating agile operations. Thorough understanding in Agile Methodology and Agile Engineering practices like TDD, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment experience in DevOps tools like GIT, JIRA, Jenkins, Maven, JFrog Artifactory. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Expert in various Azure services like Compute (VM), Caching, Azure SQL, NoSQL, Storage (Blob, Files), and Network Services, Azure Active Directory (AD), API Management, Scheduling, Azure Autoscaling. Proficient in configuring and managing Azure services, including Azure Web Apps, App Services, Application Insights, Application Gateway, DNS, Traffic Manager, Active Directory, and Resource Manager (ARM). Extensively involved in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), execution plans, resource graph, and change automation using Terraform. Expertise in DevOps essential tools like SaltStack, Ansible, Docker, Subversion (SVN), GIT, Jenkins, Ant, Maven. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Deploying windows Kubernetes (K8s) cluster with GCP Container Service from GCP CLI and Utilized Kubernetes and Docker for the runtime environment of the CI/CD system to build, test and Octopus Deploy. Using Ansible created multiple playbooks for machine creations and SQL server, cluster server and my SQL installations. Created a Virtual Network on Azure to connect all the servers, Designed ARM templates for Azure Platform. Utilized Azure services like compute, blobs, ADF, Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, Cloud services and ARM and utilities focusing on Automation. Designed and implemented Azure ExpressRoute and Hub-and-Spoke architectures for various use cases, such as connecting on-premises data centers to Azure, and creating a secure, scalable network infrastructure on Azure. Networking technologies such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Azure Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure Load Balancers. Proficient in using Azure DevOps to manage development processes, including code release management, build and release management, and continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices. Design and deploy reliable and scalable solutions on Azure, using services like Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Functions, Azure App Service, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Proficient in writing bicep templates to build compute capacity like SQL Server with high availability for application backend infrastructure and virtual machines that scale for frontends and multiple servers such as reporting, writing scripting and scheduling. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Proficient in managing, configuring, and optimizing MSSQL and MySQL databases for performance, security, and high availability in a DevOps environment. Ability to provide solutions from a functional and technical perspective and meet deadlines; ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments and experience of providing training to business users. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: CLOUD Microsoft Azure, GCP, AWS CI/CD TOOLS, BUILD TOOLS Jenkins, Terraform, Azure DevOps (formerly VSTS) VERSION CONTROL TOOLS GIT, SVN, Bitbucket, Azure Repos (formerly TFS) CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT SaltStack, Ansible MONITORING TOOLS Nagios, Splunk, ELK, Cloud Watch, Azure Monitor CONTAINER TOOLS Kubernetes, Docker, Azure Container Instances (ACI) SCRIPTING Bash/Shell, Python, JSON, YAML, PowerShell DATABASES MySQL, Mongo DB, AWS RDS, PostgreSQL APPLICATION SERVERS IIS, JBoss, Apache Tomcat, Web Sphere, Web Logic WEB SERVERS Apache HTTP, Nginx, Apache TOMCAT OPERATING SYSTEMS Red Hat Linux 7/6/5/4, Unix, Ubuntu 16/14/13/12, Debian, CentOS, Windows, Mac OS. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Nationwide Insurance, Bloomington, IL March 2022 - PRESENT Azure DevOps Engineer Responsibilities: Proficient in configuring and managing Azure services, including Azure Web Apps, App Services, Application Insights, Application Gateway, DNS, Traffic Manager, Network Engineer, Storage (Blob, Files), Active Directory, and Resource Manager (ARM). Skilled in scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, and Python for automation and optimization. Working as a Microsoft Azure Cloud Administrator, involved in migrating on-premises applications to Azure Cloud using Azure app services, conguring storage account, resource groups, and virtual machines. Remotely login to Virtual Machines to troubleshoot, monitor, and deploy applications. Experienced in using Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and management, ensuring scalability and maintainability. Familiarity with Kubernetes for container orchestration, facilitating efficient deployment and management of applications. Design and implement CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery and deployment processes. Server and SOA Suite for deployment of the identity management stack. Created application proxy for the on-premises web-based applications to provide single sign-on. Installed and conjured SOA to enable worked capabilities to the Identity Management Software Good experience in reading the network logs and analyzing the issues. Committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies and best practices in DevOps and cloud computing. Developed and maintained reusable Terraform modules for common cloud infrastructure patterns, ensuring consistency and efficiency across environments. Managed Azure Enterprise Applications, overseeing application registration, internal and external user authentication, and authorization processes. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Implemented security protocols, incorporating Azure Active Directory authentication and role-based access control (RBAC) to safeguard data privacy and prevent unauthorized access to applications. Integrated Azure Power Apps with various Azure services, including Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, and Azure SQL Database, to enhance data flow and functionality. Developed and executed Azure DevOps Pipelines for the automated deployment and testing of Dynamics 365 customizations and extensions. Additionally, optimized Dynamics 365 performance through Azure resource fine-tuning and load testing. Designed, implemented, and maintained CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery processes, reducing deployment time by 30%. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Managed and optimized cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform, implementing cost-saving measures and improving system performance. Developed scripts in Bash, PowerShell, and Python for automation of routine tasks, increasing operational efficiency. Utilized Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and management, ensuring scalability and reliability of cloud-based services. Monitored system performance using cloud-native monitoring tools and implemented optimizations to enhance reliability and efficiency. Expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and multi-cloud environments, with a strong understanding of cloud computing principles. Proficient in Bash, PowerShell, and Python scripting for automation of tasks and optimization of workflows. Skilled in using Terraform to manage infrastructure as code, ensuring scalability and maintainability. Integrated Terraform with monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana to create automated infrastructure scaling based on real-time metrics. Familiarity with Kubernetes for container orchestration, enhancing deployment efficiency and scalability. Proficient in designing and implementing security architectures for GCP deployments, with hands-on experience in GCP security services and features. Managed Terraform state using remote backends (e.g., S3, Azure Blob Storage) to securely store and share state files. Ensured state locking and state versioning to avoid concurrent modifications and maintain infrastructure integrity. Proficient in Python scripting for automation of security tasks and integration with cloud security solutions. Collaborative approach to integrating security practices into the DevOps pipeline, promoting a culture of security and continuous improvement. Designed and implemented security architectures for Google Cloud Platform deployments, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and services. Implemented cloud migration strategies, securing workloads during and after the transition process to GCP. Utilized GCP security services and features such as Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Command Center, VPC Service Controls, and Cloud Armor to enhance cloud security posture. Automated security tasks using Python scripting and Terraform, ensuring consistent and efficient enforcement of security controls across cloud environments. Experienced in developing and implementing security policies, standards, and guidelines for cloud environments, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Leveraged Terraform to automate cloud resource provisioning, including load balancers, security groups, IAM roles, and storage accounts in multi-cloud environments. Familiarity with cloud migration strategies and securing workloads during and after the transition process. Strong foundation in cloud computing and networking principles, facilitating the design of secure and scalable cloud architectures. Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying and resolving issues promptly to ensure system reliability and efficiency. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, adept at working with cross-functional teams to integrate new applications and troubleshoot issues effectively. Collaborated with software development and operations teams to integrate new features and applications seamlessly into the production environment. Participated in cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery. Understanding of software development principles and practices, facilitating collaboration with software development teams. Experience in optimizing cloud infrastructure and system performance to enhance reliability and efficiency. Passion for innovation and exploring new technologies to improve DevOps processes and software deployment. Collaborated with IT and business stakeholders to integrate security practices into the DevOps pipeline, promoting a culture of security and continuous improvement. Environment: AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Datadog, Terraform, Jenkins, Git, Ansible, Maven, Nginx, SonarQube, Elk, Apache Tomcat, Python, PowerShell, Windows/Linux. Infosys/Microsoft, Redmond WA Oct 2017 Dec 2021 DevOps Engineer Responsibilities: Working on System and platform integration in a large enterprise Linux-base environment Installed and configured Linux, SUSE & Red hat 5.x, 6.x, 7.x on Dell Power Edge (710,720 and 730), using Kickstart with PXE for LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL and Perl/PHP) installations. Linux Terminal Server X2Go (Debian) App virtualization with Docker Linux Server administration and distribution (DPKG) automation using Ubuntu, Debian packaging tools. Worked with Terraform key features such as Infrastructure as code, Execution plans, Resource Graphs, Change Automation. Configured Azure Virtual Networks, subnets, DHCP address blocks, Azure network settings, DNS settings, security policies and routing. Also, deployed Azure IaaS virtual machines and Cloud services (PaaS role instances) into secure Virtual Networks and subnets. Managed Azure Infrastructure Azure Web Roles, Worker Roles, SQL, Azure Storage, Azure AD Licenses, Office365. Virtual Machine Backup and Recover from a Recovery Services Vault using Azure PowerShell and Portal. Automated the cloud deployments using Puppet, python (fabric) and AWS Cloud Formation Templates Designed and implemented automation deployment using Urban Code and Cruise to promote major releases, monthly releases, and patches from Development -> Integration/QA -> Staging/UAT -> Production. Used Azure Terraform to deploy the infrastructure necessary to create development, test, and production environments for a software development project. Build tool, Maven used it on Java projects for the development of build artifacts on the source code. Worked, managed Ansible Playbooks with Ansible roles, group variables, inventory files, copy and remove files on remote systems using file module. Administered and supported GitHub Enterprise version control tool. Work with orchestration tools like Terraform, SaltStack and leverage modern tools like Vault, Consul, Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, etc. Hybrid Environment between VMware/Azure/Google Cloud Platform. Designed and developed continuous deployment pipeline, integrating Jenkins and SaltStack across geographically separated hosting zones in Azure. Ansible and Packer to build Jenkins master AMI. This includes Groovy to configure plugins configuration files and jobs deployed with DSL plugin, Ruby and Vagrant file to help with testing of that AMI and a Python script and Groovy to help rotate old versions of the AMI. Deployed spring boot applications using Docker and Kubernetes. Implement best practices and maintain Source Code repository infrastructure (Using GIT). Production experience in large environments using configuration management tool Puppet supporting with 500+ servers and involved in developing manifests. components with scripting and configuration management (Ansible). Involved in development of test environment on Docker containers and configuring the Docker containers using Kubernetes. Building/Maintaining Kubernetes clusters managed by Kubernetes Linux, Bash, GIT, Docker on Azure Worked with OpenShift platform in managing Docker containers and Kubernetes Clusters. Experience in Configuration and Administration Patch and Packages management. Ability to provide solutions from a functional and technical perspective and meet deadlines; ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments and experience of providing training to business users. Excellent Knowledge in Capacity Planning and Performance tuning. Worked with Team leads and Managers to resolve production issues. Environment: Solaris 8/9/10, Cent OS 5.x/6.x, Red Hat Linux 4/5/6, BMC Tools, NAGIOS, Azure, NetBackup, Korn Shell, Java/J2ee, Eclipse, Ansible, GKE, GCP, (Google cloud), Maven, Terraform Anthill Pro, Docker, Subversion, SVN, GIT, Python, Ruby, Nexus, Sonar, Jenkins, Tomcat, BASH, UNIX Concentrix/ Cigna, India Jan 2016 Sep 2017 DevOps Engineer Responsibilities: Proficient in configuring and managing Azure services, including Azure Web Apps, App Services, Application Insights, Application Gateway, DNS, Traffic Manager, Network Engineer, Storage (Blob, Files), Active Directory, and Resource Manager (ARM). Successfully implemented Azure Media, Content Delivery, Networking, Hybrid Integration, Identity and Access Management, Data Factory, Compute Services, and Webapps. Managed Azure infrastructure, including Web Roles, Worker Roles, VM Role, SQL, Storage, and AD Licenses. Created Azure Site Recovery plans and Azure Backups, including instance deployment in Azure environments and data centers. Led migrations from on-premises resources to Azure using Azure Site Recovery and utilized Log Analytics for data collection and analysis. Experience in TFS administration, configuration, and maintenance, with a focus on designing and implementing effective branching strategies and ensuring seamless integration in diverse development environments. Implemented Azure Synapse integration into CI/CD pipelines for streamlined data workflows. Orchestrated automated deployment using Terraform and ARM templates for Azure Synapse workspaces. Established monitoring solutions with Azure Monitor, identifying performance bottlenecks for optimization. Implemented security measures and compliance using Azure Policies and RBAC for Azure Synapse. Expertise in establishing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using TFS within Azure DevOps, implementing automated testing, code analysis, and deployment strategies for accelerated and reliable software delivery. Proficient in automating build and release processes using Azure pipelines, Azure Repos, Azure Artifacts, Azure DevOps Analytics, Azure DevOps Extensions. Extensive experience in creating test plans, reporting bugs, and defect tracking. Authored Terraform scripts for automating and deploying Azure cloud services. Developed Terraform templates for multi-tier applications and provisioned software with Terraform. Configured build configurations using Jenkins and integrated them with tools like SonarQube, Checkmarx, Artifactory, and uDeploy. Developed build and deployment scripts using ANT and MAVEN in Jenkins for seamless environment transitions. Proficient in creating and maintaining Helm charts to streamline and automate Kubernetes deployments, ensuring efficient container orchestration and seamless application scaling. Demonstrated success in enhancing deployment workflows by leveraging Helm to manage the lifecycle of containerized applications, optimizing infrastructure resources and minimizing downtime. Implemented Helm charts as part of Infrastructure as Code initiatives, enabling version-controlled, repeatable deployments and fostering collaboration between development and operations teams for improved project agility. Orchestrated Docker containers on Linux servers using Kubernetes, enabling seamless application scaling and deployment. Integrated Linux-based infrastructure with AZURE, automating resource provisioning and reducing deployment time by 50%. Proficient in container-based deployments using Docker, Docker Hub, Docker Compose, Docker registries, and Kubernetes. Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Perl, and Groovy for automating Jenkins and UrbanCode Deploy tasks with Cloud Foundry. Collaborated with development teams to deploy libraries with Microservices Architecture, utilizing REST APIs and Spring Boot. Integrated Dynatrace with Kubernetes clusters for automated detection of Kubernetes properties and annotations. Managed Docker services, container networking, and Docker Trusted Registry. Deployed Prometheus with Grafana to monitor Kubernetes clusters and set up alerts. Conducted benchmarking on container and orchestration platform performance using Sysbench, JMeter, and Apache Bench. Provided solutions for deploying new technologies on Kubernetes clusters in edge and IoT environments. Successfully migrated data to/from Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform, Azure SQL DB, and Hadoop data on Azure HDInsight Service using SSIS. Environment: Azure Web Apps, DNS, Azure Storage, Azure Active Directory, Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Azure Media, Identity and Access Management, Azure Data Factory, Azure Web Apps, SQL, Terraform, ANT and MAVEN, PowerShell, Perl, and Groovy, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, SonarQube, Checkmarx, uDeploy, Splunk, Nagios, Amazon CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Prometheus with Grafana, Microservices, REST APIs, Spring Boot, Kubernetes clusters, SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services), Azure SQL DB, TFS, Sysbench, JMeter, Apache Bench Education: Bachelors: East Point College of Engineering &Technology, Bangalore, India, 2016 Masters: Information System Management, Union College, Kentucky, 2023 Keywords: continuous integration continuous deployment quality analyst sthree database active directory information technology Illinois Washington