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Alexander Kagno

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Senior DevOps Engineer focused on agentic workflows and automation.
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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  • Career Break
    Layoff / Workforce Restructuring
    Career Break
    May 2026 - Current (5 months)
  • DDN
    Senior DevOps Engineer
    DDN
    Dec 2024 - May 2026 (1 year 6 months)
    Responsible for managing extensive shared data center infrastructure and high-speed networking for multiple developer teams, specializing in 400Gbps Nvidia (Mellanox) IB and TCP switch configurations. This role oversees the complete hardware lifecycle, from collaborating with vendors for procurement and quoting of net-new upgrades to managing the physical racking and global logistics of lab equipment. Operational efficiency is maintained through automated Linux deployments leveraging Cobbler and Chef, alongside a dedicated incident response strategy focused on rapid resolution and comprehensive, high-frequency stakeholder communication.

    Strategic focus is placed on the adoption of AI-powered workflows to modernize engineering ope
  • Ent Credit Union
    Senior DevOps Engineer
    Ent Credit Union
    Feb 2024 - Nov 2024 (10 months)
  • TurnCommerce Inc
    Senior Site Reliability (DevOps) Engineer I
    TurnCommerce Inc
    Nov 2022 - Feb 2024 (1 year 4 months)
    Utilized Ansible for configuration management
    Leveraged Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IAC) in AWS
    Relied on Jenkins CI for older processes and modifying them as needed
    Created new infrastructure based pipelines in GitLab CI to migrate from Jenkins CI
    Refreshed backup/restore process automation
    Created new single node-based hosting inside of Docker
    Created new upgrade system to ensure patches and minors are automatic
    Managed cloud deploys to AWS products, primarily EC2 and S3
    Improved process for Angular, making new applications easier to create
    Created Terraform module process, as well as deployment processes for IAC
    Created Ansible pipeline template to ease transition away from othe
  • TurnCommerce Inc
    Engineer, Site Reliability
    TurnCommerce Inc
    Mar 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 9 months)
  • Exabeam
    Systems and Security Engineer
    Exabeam
    Dec 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 4 months)
    Managed E3 system utilizing AWS and Adaxes for on-demand instances
    Utilized AWS EC2, VPC, and Route53 as well as Adaxes through Powershell
    Created documentation for E3 systems to enable Sales Engineers
    Used Docker for on-demand deployments of CTFd during LogWars events
    Developed fullstack proof-of-concept for integrations with LogRhythm
    Supported three LogRhythm deployments used by the global SE Organization
    Retrieved WorkDay logs through API using Powershell
    Deployed large scale events involving up to 400 instances of LogRhythm on AWS
    Retrieved LogRhythm metrics and pushed to AWS DynamoDB through Powershell
    Created AIE rules and use cases to help market LogRhythm features and support SEs
  • GrahamGolden Technologies
    Associate IT Consultant
    GrahamGolden Technologies
    Mar 2018 - Nov 2018 (9 months)
    Collaboration with clients to address issues and determining their needs
    Windows environment configuration and maintenance ranging from 2003 to 10
    Accurate time tracking for billing purposes
    Quick thinking and problem solving to mitigate disasters while on-call
    Product specification ranging from desktops and laptops to network hardware
    Network device configuration including firewalls, managed switches, and access points
    Project management for new environment deployments and office moves
    Powershell scripting to improve efficiency of new workstation setups
    VMware ESXi configuration, administration, and maintenance
    Vendor support, management, and communications for client support and projects
  • GrahamGolden Technologies
    Information Technology Consultant
    GrahamGolden Technologies
    Mar 2018 - Nov 2018 (9 months)
    • Improved efficiency of new hardware deployments or configuration using Powershell to quickly address needs of clients
    • Configured and maintained Windows (Server 2003 to 10) environments to support clients and their needs
    • Configured, maintained, and administrated VMware ESXi to enable more complex client environments
    • Configured network hardware including firewalls, managed switches, and access points to provide network security for clients
  • Michigan Technological University
    Assistant Student System Administrator
    Michigan Technological University
    Aug 2017 - Feb 2018 (7 months)
    Conducted triage and customized Linux, Windows, and MacOS machines to optimize performance and user experience.
    Orchestrated large-scale lab machine deployments and imaging, enabling seamless access for students and instructors.
    Implemented network changes through patch panels with precision and efficiency.
    Packaged Windows executables for deployment with SCCM, ensuring hassle-free usage for all stakeholders.
    Efficiently managed and organized Windows workstations using AD, enhancing system stability and security.
    Streamlined MacOS management and imaging using JAMF Pro, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
    Provided comprehensive education and support to students and instructors for university systems,
  • Extreme Engineering Solutions
    Associate System Administrator
    Extreme Engineering Solutions
    Jan 2016 - Aug 2016 (8 months)
    Implementation of Open Source and self-hosted alternatives
    LXD implementation for testing and development
    Python and BASH scripting for administration and automation
    Mediawiki upgrade, management, and extension implementation
    Ansible orchestration for compliance across multiple servers
    Changes to infrastructure for NIST compliance
    Research into Data Loss Prevention for NIST compliance
  • Michigan Technological University
    IT Operations: Student Assistant System Administrator
    Michigan Technological University
    Sep 2013 - Jan 2016 (2 years 5 months)
    Conducted triage and customized Linux, Windows, and MacOS machines to optimize performance and user experience.
    Orchestrated large-scale lab machine deployments and imaging, enabling seamless access for students and instructors.
    Implemented network changes through patch panels with precision and efficiency.
    Packaged Windows executables for deployment with SCCM, ensuring hassle-free usage for all stakeholders.
    Efficiently managed and organized Windows workstations using AD, enhancing system stability and security.
    Streamlined MacOS management and imaging using JAMF Pro, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
    Provided comprehensive education and support to students and instructors for university systems,
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  • Michigan Technological University
    Bachelor of Science (B.S, Computer Network and Systems Administration
    Michigan Technological University
    Jan 2013 - Dec 2017 (5 years)
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    High School Diploma
    Glenbard North Highschool
    Jan 2008 - Dec 2013 (6 years)
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    dirclean
    Dec 2024 - Aug 2025 (9 months)
    https://github.com/arkag/dirclean A project designed to automate finding the largest offenders when it comes to disk usage. Built with AugmentCode.