Mark Axiaq
Infrastructure And Cloud Engineer
Marsaxlokk,Malta
Summary
Critical thinking DevOps Engineer with extensive understanding of high availability architecture and robust background in infrastructure automation, continuous integration, and cloud services. Expertise in scripting, system administration, and container orchestration, ensuring seamless deployments and efficient system operations. Purpose-driven professional with capacity to be strong team player plus work effectively independently.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2037
2037
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
DevOps Engineer
RedAcre LTD
Balluta, Sliema
08.2024 - Current
- Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
- Maintained version control systems Git for seamless collaboration among developers and engineers during project lifecycles.
- Designed and implemented containerization strategies using Docker, improving resource utilization and management.
- Monitored automated build and continuous software integration process to drive build/release failure resolution.
- Reduced system downtime for critical applications by implementing robust monitoring and alerting tools.
- Provided 24/7 on-call support for critical systems, ensuring high availability and rapid issue resolution.
- Enhanced application performance by optimizing infrastructure configurations based on usage patterns.
- Automated routine tasks, freeing up team members to focus on more complex issues and innovation.
- Enhanced system reliability with proactive monitoring and troubleshooting of network issues.
- Reduced operational costs by optimizing cloud resource utilization and implementing cost-effective solutions.
- Optimized resource usage by implementing and managing infrastructure as code, leading to cost efficiencies.
- Designed and executed cloud infrastructure migrations, resulting in enhanced system flexibility and cost savings.
- Coordinated disaster recovery planning and execution, ensuring business continuity in emergency situations.
- Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes.
Infrastructure Manager
RedAcre LTD
Balluta, Sliema
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed a team of 5 hybrid and fully remote employees.
- Maintained equipment in Equinix data centres in London and New York.
- Secured sensitive data by establishing robust cybersecurity measures and protocols.
- Tested network's performance and created strategies to maintain integrity of overall infrastructure.
- Responded to and remedied critical issues on internal IP networks.
- Maintained high availability of services by overseeing regular backups, updates and storage optimization.
- Designed, build and maintained Vmware clusters in both running in London and New York.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network issues.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity during critical events.
- Created and maintained network designs and documentation.
- Installed and managed VPNs, firewalls.
- Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring project budgets and adjusting as needed to maintain financial goals.
- Collaborated in the design and implementation of Direct Connect project between Equinix London on-prem and AWS.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to select the most cost-effective solutions for infrastructure needs.
- Increased operational efficiency by automating routine tasks using scripting languages and tools.
- Assisted in the identification of emerging technologies that could potentially enhance or replace existing systems within the organization.
- Coordinated with vendors on procurement processes, installation schedules, and warranty support services to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
Senior Systems Engineer
Steward Health Care Malta
Pieta, Tal-Pieta
05.2019 - 09.2023
- Managed a team of 4.
- Mentored junior engineers in advanced concepts, fostering professional development within the team.
- Planned Yearly budgets.
- Designed, deployed and maintained on-prem Infrastructure.
- Designed and implemented system redundancy, for IP networks, storage systems, next generation firewalls, virtualization and electrical power in data centers.
- Implemented monitoring and alerting solutions.
- Provided expert guidance on best practices in systems engineering, improving team performance and product quality.
- Delivered high-quality documentation to support project requirements.
- Established maintenance schedules for regular system checkups, enhancing overall stability and reliability.
- Created rigorous testing protocols that ensured optimal system functionality before deployment.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime in the event of a crisis.
- Implemented robust network infrastructure for improved connectivity and reliability.
- Enhanced security measures by designing and deploying effective firewall configurations.
- Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems.
- Wrote and maintained custom scripts to increase system efficiency and performance time.
- Designed, deployed and maintained a fully automated backup system.
- Design, deployed and maintained Vmware virtual clusters.
- Planned data center maintenance and testing.
- Designed and maintained internal fiber network.
Senior Systems Engineer
GO PLC
Marsa, Il-Marsa
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Troubleshot hardware components to identify root causes of malfunctions, reducing equipment downtime substantially.
- Performed root cause analysis to provide resolutions for production issues.
- Conducted thorough audits of system architecture, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Led successful system upgrades by creating detailed implementation plans and coordinating resources effectively.
- Designed and maintained complex fiber network internally and between data centers.
- Designed in collaboration with suppliers enterprise storage systems.
- Architected and implemented linux and HPUX clusters.
- Implemented and maintained Vmware infrastructure in multiple data centers.
Systems and Network Engineer
GO PLC
Marsa
07.2007 - 08.2013
- Improved network performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
- Enhanced security by implementing firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems.
- Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
- Optimized routing protocols to improve data transfer speeds across the organization''s network infrastructure.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of network devices and rapid troubleshooting.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
- Performed troubleshooting for Juniper and Cisco firewalls
- Installed, supported and maintained company hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
CCNA Tutor - Part Time
MICS
San Gwann
09.2008 - 09.2009
- CCNA tutor responsible for a class of 13 students.
Student Worker
Enemalta
07.2005 - 09.2005
- Industrial Electrical Power research at Enemalta in collaboration with the University of Malta Electrical Engineering department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Engineering Board
University Of Malta04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Malta
Msida 10.2003 - 06.2007
City And Guilts - Motor Vehicle Engineering
Technical Institute
Paola, Malta 04.2001 - 06.2021
City and Guilds - Machine Processing
Technical Institute
10.1996 - 06.1997
Skills
Management
Next Generation firewalls
Networking
Bash Scripting
PowerShell scripting
Monitoring and logging
Windows operating system
Microservices architecture
Virtualization technologies - Vmware
undefinedInterests
Diving
Automotive Diagnostics - Electrical and Electronics
Trekking
Photography
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/29/81
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Maltese
- Driving License: A, B, BE, C1E, D1
Certification
Licensed Engineer - Warranted
Timeline
DevOps Engineer
RedAcre LTD
08.2024 - Current
Infrastructure Manager
RedAcre LTD
09.2023 - 08.2024
Senior Systems Engineer
Steward Health Care Malta
05.2019 - 09.2023
Senior Systems Engineer
GO PLC
08.2013 - 05.2019
CCNA Tutor - Part Time
MICS
09.2008 - 09.2009
Systems and Network Engineer
GO PLC
07.2007 - 08.2013
Student Worker
Enemalta
07.2005 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Malta
10.2003 - 06.2007
City And Guilts - Motor Vehicle Engineering
Technical Institute
04.2001 - 06.2021
City and Guilds - Machine Processing
Technical Institute
10.1996 - 06.1997
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Engineering Board
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