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Jake Waters

@jakewaters

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I am a cloud engineer focused on secure, automated AWS/Azure infrastructure and DevSecOps best pract

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking cloud/DevSecOps or cybersecurity roles where I can apply automation, IaC, and security expertise to improve reliability, reduce costs, and grow within collaborative Agile teams.

I am a cloud-focused cybersecurity engineer who designs, automates, and secures AWS and Azure infrastructure. I hold a B.S. in Cybersecurity with strong academic performance and certifications including CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Cloud+, and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.

In my cloud engineering internship I analyzed and optimized AWS and Azure environments, reduced costs using Turbonomics and CloudCheckr, automated provisioning with CloudFormation, and implemented CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Boomi to accelerate delivery.

As an Architectural Manager I led cross-functional teams, ensured compliance with codes and standards, and reviewed over 100 additional building plans in 2024 while identifying cost-saving design solutions. I look for opportunities to apply infrastructure-as-code, security best practices, and automation to improve reliability and efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Architectural Manager

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Expert Modular Consultants

Jun 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)

Managed high-priority projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time milestone delivery. Reviewed and ensured compliance with building codes and standards, identifying and implementing cost-saving solutions during the design process.

Project Management Regulatory Compliance Communication Collaboration

Cloud Engineering Intern

Maximus

May 2025 - Aug 2025 (3 months)

Analyzed and optimized cloud infrastructure in AWS and Azure, reducing costs via Turbonomics, CloudCheckr, and AWS Trusted Advisor. Enhanced cloud network reliability by accurately allocating DNS records and managing site whitelisting for both internal and external hosted zones in AWS Route 53.