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  • Phone: +1 757 469 7037
  • Home: Virginia, USA
  • Email: amesmicah@gmail.com
  • Freelance: Available

Enthusiastic Cloud Engineer with strong AWS, Terraform, and DevOps Skills. I excel in solving complex technical problems with my strong analytical mindset and am dedicated to upskilling and continuous learning. Passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to drive business innovation and efficiency.

Problem Solver

Eager to Learn

Effective Collaborator

Results Driven

Skills

Thorough Documentation

Containerizations and Orchestration

Cloud Optimization and Cloud Migration

Adaptability

DevOps Practices

Automation and Scripting

CI/CD Pipeline

Identity and Access Management

Cybersecurity Awareness

Virtualization

Infrastructure as Code

Monitoring and Logging

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Sumary

Micah Ames

Innovative Cloud Engineer with expertise in AWS, Terraform, and DevOps, adept at resolving intricate technical problems. Committed to continuous learning and harnessing emerging technologies to propel business innovation and operational efficiency.

  • Norfolk, Virginia, US
  • (757) 469-7037
  • amesmicah@gmail.com

Education

CompTIA Certified CompTIA Security + Certified

Active

Earning the CompTIA Security+ certification demonstrates proficiency in securing networks, managing risks, and responding to security incidents.

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate

Active

Earning the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate certification demonstrates proficiency in designing and implementing distributed systems on AWS, focusing on high-performing, resilient, and cost-optimized architectures.

Cloud Engineering Academy

Completed

As part of the intensive Cloud Mastery Bootcamp, participants gained hands-on experience in cloud computing, networking, and Linux fundamentals. The curriculum covered essential AWS services and architectures, including cutting-edge tools like Terraform and DevOps practices. Advanced topics such as disaster recovery planning were explored, and over 20 practical projects allowed attendees to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. Graduates emerge well-prepared to contribute to cloud engineering teams and drive innovation.

Professional Experience

Junior Cloud Support Engineer

2024 - Present

Cloud Engineer Academy, Remote

  • Assisted cloud engineering students in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications
  • Provided support to students, answered queries, and documented solutions for future reference
  • Conducted testing and monitoring of cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and security
  • Gained hands-on experience and projects with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda

Advanced Repair Agent

2022 - present

Geek Squad, Chesapeake, VA

  • Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of consumer electronics and PCs, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools to efficiently resolve complex technical issues.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by providing comprehensive support and guidance over the phone and through face-to-face interactions, ensuring clear communication and empathy to address customer concerns effectively
  • Served as a knowledgeable resource for customers, educating them on the features, functionalities, and benefits of various consumer electronics, empowering them to make informed decisions and maximize the value of their purchases
  • Excelled in performing intricate computer-related repairs, including hardware and software installations, upgrades, and configurations, consistently surpassing customer expectations with high-quality workmanship and attention to detail
  • Fostered a collaborative and supportive team environment by actively sharing technical knowledge, best practices, and insights with colleagues, contributing to the overall growth and success of the department
  • Maintained a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in consumer electronics and PC technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions and enhance customer experiences
  • Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in managing multiple repair projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and ensure timely resolution of customer issues

Tools

Tools I work with

Terraform

Proficient in using Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC), automating the provisioning and management of cloud resources, and ensuring scalable, reproducible infrastructure deployments.

Docker

Adept at containerizing applications with Docker, managing Docker images and containers, and orchestrating multi-container deployments to ensure consistent and efficient cloud-based operations.

Github

Experienced in using GitHub for version control and collaboration, implementing effective branching strategies, managing repositories, and integrating continuous deployment pipelines.

Shell & Bash

Skilled in scripting with Bash and shell to automate system tasks, streamline operations, and manage cloud infrastructure in Unix/Linux environments.

Ansible

Demonstrates expertise in Ansible for infrastructure automation. Their playbooks streamline server configuration, package management, and maintain consistency across environments.

Jenkins

Skilled at setting up Jenkins pipelines for continuous integration. Their workflows incorporate version control, automated testing, and reliable deployments.

AWS (Amazon Web Services)

Proficient in deploying solutions using a variety of AWS services. Their toolkit includes EC2 instances, S3 storage, and Lambda functions, allowing them to architect scalable and adaptable systems.

Prometheus and Grafana

Experienced in configuring Prometheus for metrics collection and Grafana for visualization. They keep a watchful eye on system health and performance.

Kubernetes

Manages Kubernetes clusters adeptly. Their orchestration skills include scaling, rolling updates, and maintaining high availability.

Portfolio

My Projects

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Terraform meets Ansible

Static Website Deployment using AWS, Terraform, and Ansible

Multi-Region Deployment for High Availability

The main goal is to achieve high availability and resilience by distributing resources across multiple AWS regions. This setup helps us avoid downtime and ensures our services remain operational even if one region faces issues.

Terraform-Driven Next.js Portfolio Deployment on AWS

Deploy a highly available, scalable, and cost-effective Next.js portfolio website on AWS using Terraform, S3, and CloudFront for a global audience.

Lambda Automated-Incident-Response

In this project, I leveraged AWS services and Terraform to automate incident response, enhancing system reliability and operational efficiency through real-time monitoring, alerting, and automated handling of system anomalies.

From Code to Cloud: Deploying a Portfolio Website Using AWS S3, Route 53, and GitHub Actions

A personal website is key to standing out in today's job market. This guide covers how I used a BootstrapMade template and AWS services like S3, Route 53, and GitHub Actions to create and host my portfolio site.

Dockerized Web Application Deployment with Terraform and AWS CLI

This project showcases the creation and deployment of a Dockerized web application using Terraform and AWS CLI. Readers will learn about Dockerization, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, and AWS services integration to build a scalable and efficient cloud-based application.

Serverless EC2 Instance Scheduler for Company Working Hours

The Serverless EC2 Instance Scheduler for Company Working Hours project aims to optimize the operational costs of EC2 instances by ensuring they run only during specified working hours. This is achieved by implementing two AWS Lambda functions that start and stop the instances at designated times

Contact

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Norfolk, VA, US

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amesmicah@gmail.com

Call Me

+1 757 469 7037

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