Hello, my name is
Raymond Meincke
Senior DevOps Engineer · Cybersecurity Architect · Cloud Infrastructure Specialist
I make computers do cool stuff for a living.
About Me
Seasoned DevOps and Cybersecurity professional with over 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and securing complex cloud infrastructure systems. Expert in AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and cybersecurity frameworks including NIST, RMF, and DISA STIG. Proven track record in both defense contracting and commercial sectors, with a strong foundation in military intelligence systems.
Technical Expertise
☁️ Cloud & Infrastructure
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- VMware (vSphere, ESXi)
- Kubernetes & Rancher
- Infrastructure as Code (Ansible)
🔄 DevOps & Automation
- Jenkins & GitLab CI/CD
- ArgoCD & GitOps
- Python, Bash, Perl
- Git Version Control
🔒 Security & Compliance
- NIST & RMF Frameworks
- DISA STIG & ICD 503
- Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment
- Security Architecture Design
💾 Databases & Systems
- Amazon RDS & OpenSearch
- Elasticsearch & MySQL
- RHEL 7/8/9 Administration
- Linux System Architecture
🌐 Networking
- TCP/IP & IPv4 Subnetting
- Cisco & Juniper
- Pfsense & Firewalls
- Wireshark & Packet Analysis
🎯 Additional Skills
- Agile Development
- Team Leadership & Mentoring
- Technical Documentation
- Incident Response
Professional Experience
Senior Principal DevOps Engineer
- Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure within AWS for critical development projects
- Orchestrate containerized applications using Kubernetes and Rancher
- Develop CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitLab for automated deployments
- Implement GitOps principles with ArgoCD for declarative infrastructure management
Cybersecurity Engineer
- Designed comprehensive cybersecurity architecture meeting NIST, DISA STIG, and RMF guidelines
- Integrated security into SDLC ensuring secure coding practices and vulnerability management
- Obtained Authority to Operate (ATO) and Interim Authority to Operate (IATO) approvals
- Mentored junior engineers on security best practices and compliance standards
- Automated RHEL configurations using Ansible for consistent secure deployments
DevSecOps Engineer
- Supported full-stack development in operational Agile framework
- Built new SCIF system architecture with NIST 800-171 compliance
- Maintained ICD 503 compliance for operational systems
- Automated deployments on RHEL servers enhancing operational efficiency
Cyber Architect
- Tier 3 engineer for lab development and operations support
- Managed Xacta PPS updates, patching, and security scans
- Supported software developers and testers with secure infrastructure
Network Security Engineer
- Troubleshot complex network connectivity issues
- Configured firewalls and router ACLs for secure network operations
- Ensured network performance using monitoring and packet capture tools
Intelligence Systems Maintainer/Integrator
- UAS ISR ground and flight systems specialist
- Deployed twice for Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Maintained mission-critical intelligence processing systems
Certifications & Education
Education
MS Information Technology Management — Western Governors University
BS Information Technology — Western Governors University
Personal Interests
Technology Innovation
Passionate about emerging technologies, cloud computing, and automation solutions
Continuous Learning
Always expanding knowledge through courses, certifications, and hands-on projects
Mentorship
Dedicated to helping junior engineers develop their technical and professional skills
Cybersecurity
Committed to staying current with security trends, threats, and best practices
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