Certified Cloud Engineer / Infrastructure Specialist / Solutions Architect

Ralph Quick

is an experienced Cloud Engineer specializing in AWS and cloud native platforms for Kubernetes like Suse Rancher 2. Expert in designing, deploying, and managing scalable cloud infrastructure and web applications. Proven track record of optimizing operational efficiency, enhancing security, and driving digital transformation for enterprise clients. Skilled in CI/CD, containerization, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Passionate about leveraging cloud technologies to solve complex business challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

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My Credentials

Experience and Ambitions

As a Cloud Engineer with exceptional interpersonal skills, I excel in team collaboration, coaching, motivation, and presentation across organizations. My current focus is on expanding my cloud engineering expertise, particularly in Cloud Native technologies and AI, while honing my ability to streamline processes as a skilled facilitator.

With two decades of experience in risk management, due diligence, analysis, pipeline management, and quality control, I bring a unique blend of technical acumen to my role as a cloud operations professional. My approach is characterized by persistence, adaptability, and creative problem-solving, ensuring optimal solutions for complex cloud environments.

My key strengths are Cloud Native technologies, process optimization, HA scalable environments, risk management in secure cloud operations, team leadership and motivation, and event-driven automation.

Leveraging my diverse background, I consistently deliver robust, efficient, and secure cloud solutions that drive organizational success.

Space Telescope Science Institute

2024 – Current

Cloud Native Technologist II

Specialized in combined advanced DevSecOps practices, cloud native infrastructure management, and support for cutting-edge space exploration projects, emphasizing the candidate’s expertise in Kubernetes, CI/CD automation, security, and large-scale scientific computing environments.

Pro-Core Plus

2022 – 2024

CLOUD DEVOPS ENGINEER

Specialized in automating, deploying, and managing business processes for clients requiring AWS cloud networking services, solutions, and enterprise level products in an Agile team performing roadmap.

Yellow Tail Tech | AWS Official Training Partner

2023 – Current

CLOUD DEVOPS TEACHER AIDE

Conduct administrative duties as an assistant to the instructor in the education of AWS ‘Cloud For Jobs’ students. This includes managing Zoom recorded sessions, substitute teaching, tutoring, and other educational responsibilities.

AnnieCanDo E-Commerce

2005 – Current

WordPress Engineer & Consultant

Designed, created, deployed, and managed the real estate e-commerce website front-end, architecture, and back-end including database and hosting instance integration and migration in the cloud.

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“No vision will be accomplished without clear, inciteful goal setting and a team of tenaciously enthusiastic players who believe in it.”

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Expertise

My current skills have been practiced and developed according to the various requirements of a Cloud Engineer. Some of my other expertise were obtained from decades of professional experience.

Operating Systems

AWS Linux2
CentOS
Red Hat Linux
Ubuntu

Automation / IaC

Ansible
Terraform
AWS CloudFormation
AWS Lambda
AWS Auto-Scaling
AWS Copilot
AWS CDK
Helm
Docker Compose

Networking

AWS VPN
Route 53
CloudFront
Elastic Load Balancer
ACM

Scripting

BASH
YAML
Python (basic/ Boto3)
AWS CLI

Auditing

AWS CloudWatch
AWS EventBridge
Splunk
CheckMK
AWS CloudTrail
Prometheus
Grafana
Robusta

Orchestration

AWS ECS + AWS Fargate
Docker Business
Oracle VM Virtual Box
Vagrant
K8/Kubernetes
Suse Rancher 2
OpenShift
Velero
Harbor

Cost Management

AWS Cost Explorer
AWS Budgets
AWS Cost and Usage Reports

Database

AWS RDS/AWS Aurora
DynamoDB
AWS Glue
AWS Datasync
MySQL/MariaDB
DBeaver/MySQL Workbench

Other Soft Skills

Jira
Slack/Zoom/MS Teams
MS Office / VS Code
DevBox
Evernote/SnagIt
Service Now
Coach/Motivator/Team Builder
Presenter
Critical Thinker
Adaptable Character

Amazon Web Services

S3 & S3 Glacier
VPC/EC2/EBS/EFS
IAM/Cognito
AWS Organizations
AWS Storage Gateway
SNS/ SQS/BeanStalk
AWS Backup
Elasticache

Security

AWS Shield/AWS WAF
AWS Security Hub/Artifact
AWS KMS/GuardDuty
Secrets Manager/Inspector
Lynis/OpenSCAP
NACL/WACL
Security Groups

Source Code Management

GitHub
Git Lab CI
Git Bash
Visual Studio Code
Powershell
CodeDeploy
CodePipeline

Web

Apache
Nginx
WordPress CMS
Back-end hosting
CloudFlare CDN

Awards & Education

Yellow Tail Tech | AWS Official Training Partner

CLOUD FOR JOBS

AWS DevOps Engineer | Class MVP

Broward College

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

Graphic Arts Candidate | Deans List

Brands and Tools I Use

Quotable References

Professional and Personal Testimonials

"I had the privilege of working closely with Ralph Quick for almost two decades on various projects. It has been an absolute pleasure to work alongside him. Ralph's exceptional technical skills, unwavering work ethic, and impeccable attention to detail has made him an invaluable asset to every team we've been a part of. I highly recommend Ralph to anyone seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and dedicated professional for their engineering projects."
Audre Clemons
Cloud Engineer/ Security Analyst, Consultant
"Ralph was one of our most successful students in the program, demonstrating exceptional skills and knowledge throughout. We were so impressed with his performance that we invited him to become a Teacher Assistant for the next cohort. Ralph's dedication to his studies was evident in the way he supported his peers, offering guidance and mentorship to help them succeed in the program.Moreover, Ralph is always full of energy and eager to understand the backgrounds of our students in order to better support them. He goes above and beyond his duties by providing additional assistance and resources to students, nurturing a classroom environment that fosters student engagement. Ralph is a quick learner and is always eager to not only learn new things but to find ways to put them into practice.In addition to his exceptional performance as a student and Teacher Assistant, Ralph's positive and enthusiastic attitude makes him a pleasure to work with. We are confident that Ralph will continue to excel in any role he takes on, and we highly recommend him for any future opportunities."
Paloma Vilceus
Director of Partnerships, Yellow Tail Tech
"Ralph is a very hardworking, honest and determined person. His will to help others in the Yellowtail Program earned him the MVP from his cohort. Ralph will be a valuable addition to any organization he joins"
Tawfik Iddrisu
Devops/SRE, Honeywell International Inc.
"It was obvious when I met Ralph that good things were in store for him. Not only did he pick up and adapt to the skills of a cloud engineer quickly, but did so while displaying exceptional leadership skills. His willingness to support and give back to his fellow students was inspiring.It was also clear that Ralph brought with him the poise and smarts of someone who has already experienced what it means to be a professional in any environment. His passion for IT, great teamwork, communication skills and his ability to research and find solutions to complex problems will make him a great addition to any team."
Rob Coble
University Relations, Yellow Tail Tech
"Ralph is a true team player, always going above and beyond to support his colleagues and contribute to the success of our projects. His collaborative nature and excellent communication skills make him a pleasure to work with. Ralph consistently brings fresh ideas and perspectives to the table, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.What truly sets Ralph apart is his unwavering dedication and work ethic. He consistently goes the extra mile to ensure that tasks are completed with the utmost attention to detail and quality. Ralph's commitment to excellence is evident in everything he does, and his ability to meet deadlines and deliver exceptional results is truly commendable."
Santiago Rivera
Lead Infrastructure Engineer, Yellow Tail Tech
Ralph Quick is an exceptional consultant and WordPress engineer with a remarkable 18 years of experience. His expertise in website design, creation, deployment, and management is truly commendable. His contribution to my company's real estate / e-commerce website, including the front-end, architecture, and back-end development, has been invaluable. His proficiency in integrating and migrating databases and hosting instances is evident in the seamless functioning of the website. Also, Ralph's dedication to expanding the AnnieCanDo brand with his expertise showcases his commitment to delivering exceptional results. I highly recommend Ralph Quick for his extensive knowledge, creative intelligence, and his consistent ability to deliver a quality product.
Ann OSullivan
Ann OSullivan, REALTOR®, AnnieCanDo.com

Current Certifications & Roadmap for 2024

Certified Cloud Engineer / Infrastructure Specialist / Solutions Architect

Ralph Quick

Experience and Ambitions

Space Telescope Science Institute

Cloud Native Technologist II

Pro-Core Plus

CLOUD DEVOPS ENGINEER

Yellow Tail Tech | AWS Official Training Partner

CLOUD DEVOPS TEACHER AIDE

AnnieCanDo E-Commerce

WordPress Engineer & Consultant

“No vision will be accomplished without clear, inciteful goal setting and a team of tenaciously enthusiastic players who believe in it.”

Expertise

My current skills have been practiced and developed according to the various requirements of a Cloud Engineer. Some of my other expertise were obtained from decades of professional experience.

Operating Systems

Automation / IaC

Networking

Scripting

Auditing

Orchestration

Cost Management

Database

Other Soft Skills

Amazon Web Services

Security

Source Code Management

Web

Awards & Education

Yellow Tail Tech | AWS Official Training Partner

CLOUD FOR JOBS

Broward College

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

Brands and Tools I Use

Quotable References

Current Certifications & Roadmap for 2024

YellowTail.Tech Cloud For Jobs Graduate

AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate

AWS Certified Developer - Associate

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

AWS Certified Developer - Associate

HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (003)

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