Highly accomplished Senior DevOps and Cloud Architect with over a decade of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining resilient, scalable, and secure IT infrastructures. Specializing in DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and automation, I have a proven track record of integrating diverse environments and delivering high-availability solutions. My expertise extends to innovative media workflows, advanced monitoring, and leveraging AI for business efficiency, consistently driving robust system performance and strategic organizational goals.
IT Systems Architect: Contract
T+W
Mar 2024 - Jul 2024
Architected and maintained high-availability cloud and on-premises infrastructures, managed complex networks, and optimized post-production workflows for T+W.
DevOps Consultant: Part-Time- Remote
MariaLDN
Jun 2023 - Jun 2024
Provided remote DevOps consulting, migrating and maintaining Oracle Cloud infrastructure, and managing web services for MariaLDN.
Software Support Analyst: Contract
Construct Education
Nov 2023 - Jan 2024
Provided technical support for a Learning Management System, resolving end-user issues and ensuring high-quality, efficient service delivery.
IT All rounder: Full-Time
Freelance
May 2021 - Jun 2023
Managed crypto investments and NFT projects, and delivered scalable cloud solutions while freelancing.
Senior Support Engineer
Rocket Science
Oct 2014 - May 2021
Led technical problem-solving, managed incidents, and oversaw infrastructure projects for a diverse client base, ensuring high system reliability and client satisfaction.
Field Support Engineer
Digicape
Jan 2011 - Oct 2014
Provided multi-platform IT support, client solutions, and license management, ensuring seamless operations for diverse clients.
Support Consultant
Core Group (iStore)
Sep 2008 - Jan 2011
Led a team of support engineers and provided hands-on system maintenance for a wide range of Mac and Windows devices.
Helpdesk Consultant
Dimention Data
Nov 2007 - Sep 2009
Provided global ISP support, resolved technical issues, and managed customer inquiries, progressing rapidly within the support hierarchy.
Head Facilitator and Technician
Progressive Solutions
Jan 2007 - Oct 2007
Installed and configured hardware/software, provided networking/server support, and trained team members, ensuring data integrity and system stability.
Store Room Packer
Shoprite Checkers
Sep 2006 - Jan 2007
Managed inventory and ensured efficient stock organization within the store room.
Information Technology, Technical Support
Consolidated Training Solutions
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005
Courses
Mathematics, Physical Science
Tshireleco Secondary School Kimberley
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Generative AI Certified Professional
Oracle
Jan 2024
Oracle Cloud Data Management Certified Foundations Associate
Oracle
Jan 2023
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified DevOps Professional
Oracle
Jan 2023
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified Foundations Associate
Oracle
Jan 2023
Red Hat Sales Engineer Specialist
Redhat
Jan 2020
Red Hat Delivery Specialist
Redhat
Jan 2020
Diploma in DevOps Engineering - Kubernetes, Docker, and Google Cloud
Alison
Jan 2018
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cybrary
Jan 2018
CompTIA Linux+
Cybrary
Jan 2018
CompTIA Security+
Cybrary
Jan 2018
NSE 3 Network Security Associate
Fortinet
Jan 2018
Apple Certified Support Professional 10.8
Torque IT
Jan 2013
Apple Certified Support Professional 10.6
Torque IT
Jan 2010
CSRAdmin.com
May 2021 - Jun 2023
Created and maintained websites for various projects.
Artzcafe.co.za
May 2021 - Jun 2023
Managed all IT related infrastructure for Artzcafe.co.za.
HomeandCloud.africa
May 2021 - Jun 2023
Managed crypto investments and NFT projects, including open-source software deployments and Validator Nodes.
Cloud Platforms
DevOps & Automation
Containerization & Virtualization
Operating Systems
Networking
Security
Storage & Data Management
Monitoring & Logging
Identity & Access Management
Media Workflow
AI/ML
Databases
Scripting
Collaboration & Productivity Tools
Architecture
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency