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Sunil Vechalapu

@sunilvechalapu

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Cloud & DevOps Engineer passionate about automation and system optimization.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities to grow in a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous learning.

I am a dedicated Cloud & DevOps Engineer with a strong passion for automation, cloud infrastructure, and system optimization. My expertise lies in AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines, which I have utilized to design and implement robust solutions that enhance operational efficiency. I thrive in environments where I can leverage my skills in Linux system administration, network security, and scripting to drive innovation and streamline processes.

Throughout my career, I have successfully executed projects such as end-to-end CI/CD implementations and three-tier architecture deployments on AWS. My commitment to continuous improvement is evident in my ability to automate configuration management using Ansible and develop custom roles to manage software installations. I have also contributed to open-source projects, advocating for privacy-first computing and mentoring students in cybersecurity practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Open-Source Contributor

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FreedomBox

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Developed and maintained a decentralized network infrastructure for secure communication. Advocated for open-source adoption and organized workshops to promote privacy-first computing.

Linux Network Security Open Source VPN File Sharing Authentication Systems Community Engagement Git

Cybersecurity Intern

SwechaAP

Feb 2023 - Mar 2023 (1 month)

Designed and developed a cybersecurity challenge to enhance practical skills in penetration testing and secure coding. Automated vulnerability detection and provided mentorship to students on security best practices.

Penetration Testing Security Analysis SQL Injection XSS Python Git Cloud Security Security Tools

Cloud & DevOps Engineer

Indian Servers

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 (1 month)

Worked as a Software Development Intern focusing on cloud infrastructure and automation. Developed CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Kubernetes, and automated configuration management with Ansible. Improved system reliability through automation and participated in cybersecurity challenges.

AWS Kubernetes Jenkins Ansible Terraform CI CD Linux Python Docker

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Colorado Denver

Master in Computer Science, Computer Science

2023 - 2024

Grade: 3.710

Pursued my masters in computer science as a full time student. Served as an International Outreach Representative, fostering engagement between international students and the university community.

KL University

Bachelor in Computer Science, Computer Science

2018 - 2022

Pursued my undergrad in computer science with a focus on cyber security. Worked for 30 hours per week to support the KL open source club. Active badminton player, participating in university-level tournaments.