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Matt Koozer

@mattkoozer

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Visionary Azure Cloud Architect and FinOps leader with 20 years experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for leadership and growth.

As a visionary Azure Cloud Architect and FinOps leader, I bring over 20 years of experience in enterprise IT, with a strong focus on leading large-scale Azure transformations. My expertise has allowed me to drive over $3.5 million in cloud savings while managing more than 160 Azure subscriptions. I excel in aligning cloud strategies with business outcomes, mentoring teams, and operationalizing FinOps at scale.

Throughout my career, I have successfully fortified Azure security, implemented zero-trust governance initiatives, and led global Azure deployments. My commitment to innovation is evident in my ability to achieve significant cost optimizations and streamline processes, such as reducing Azure Policy deployment time by 97%. I am passionate about fostering collaboration and accountability within teams, as demonstrated by my leadership in cross-functional workshops and architecture initiatives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Infrastructure Architect

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Komatsu America Corporation

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Led Azure security initiatives and global Azure ARC deployment, achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. Championed FinOps practices, enhancing governance and cost management across Azure environments. Implemented innovative solutions for application modernization and serverless adoption, driving organizational impact and recognition.

Azure Arc FinOps Cost Optimization Governance Cloud Architecture

Virtual Labs Storage Engineer Team Lead

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Aug 2015 - Aug 2018 (3 years)

Managed enterprise-scale data centers, delivering global training solutions. Engineered and administered core infrastructure systems, optimizing virtualized environments for IaaS and PaaS training. Automated environment management tasks, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and enhancing operational efficiency.

Data Center Management Virtualization Linux Windows Infrastructure Automation IaaS PaaS Technical Support

Storage Virtualization and SAN Networking Team Lead

IBM

Jul 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year)

Led support teams for IBM Storage and SAN Networking, enhancing operational excellence and client support. Developed innovative tools and training programs, driving expertise in advanced storage solutions. Collaborated globally to streamline problem resolution processes and improve client satisfaction.

Technical Training Workflow Automation Team Leadership Technical Documentation Collaboration

Modular Disk Support Team Technical Team Lead

IBM

Jul 2012 - Jul 2014 (1 year 11 months)

Directed operations for the Modular Disk Storage Support Center, implementing process improvements and enhancing support efficiency. Developed training programs for support teams, significantly improving diagnostic skills and client communication. Managed relationships with vendors to resolve complex escalations.

Technical Support Process Improvement Training Development Client Communication Vendor Management Storage Team Leadership Quality Assurance Technical Documentation

Customer Support Engineer

IBM

Nov 2007 - Jul 2012 (4 years 8 months)

Served as a Subject Matter Expert for enterprise storage systems, guiding complex technical resolutions and enhancing client satisfaction. Developed training programs for engineers, improving problem determination and communication skills. Collaborated with development teams to drive product improvements.