I’m an IT Infrastructure Engineer with a strong ownership mindset and hands-on expertise in automating, scaling, and securing infrastructure. I’ve helped startups scale and optimize their infrastructure through automation and performance tuning, with a focus on cloud-native practices using Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes, and a solid foundation in AWS and Linux environments. I’m known for clear communication, collaboration, and a passion for continuous learning. I enjoy solving complex challenges that improve processes and system efficiency, and I routinely adopt best-practice approaches like GitOps, CI/CD, and proactive monitoring to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable solutions.

Chinelo Ufondu

I’m an IT Infrastructure Engineer with a strong ownership mindset and hands-on expertise in automating, scaling, and securing infrastructure. I’ve helped startups scale and optimize their infrastructure through automation and performance tuning, with a focus on cloud-native practices using Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes, and a solid foundation in AWS and Linux environments. I’m known for clear communication, collaboration, and a passion for continuous learning. I enjoy solving complex challenges that improve processes and system efficiency, and I routinely adopt best-practice approaches like GitOps, CI/CD, and proactive monitoring to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable solutions.

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I’m an IT Infrastructure Engineer with a strong ownership mindset and hands-on expertise in automating, scaling, and securing infrastructure. I’ve helped startups scale and optimize their infrastructure through automation and performance tuning, with a focus on cloud-native practices using Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes, and a solid foundation in AWS and Linux environments.

I’m known for clear communication, collaboration, and a passion for continuous learning. I enjoy solving complex challenges that improve processes and system efficiency, and I routinely adopt best-practice approaches like GitOps, CI/CD, and proactive monitoring to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable solutions.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

IT Infrastructure Engineer
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Designed and deployed cost-optimized, scalable, and secure IT infrastructure solutions for clients, reducing cloud expenses by 20%. Implemented observability stack to monitor and analyze system performance, leading to a 30% reduction in incident response time. Automated database backup processes across platforms using Bash scripting to enhance disaster recovery and ensure compliance with business continuity plans. Deployed and maintained containers for microservices using Docker, improving deployment efficiency and reducing lead time by 40%. Adopted GitOps practices and implemented CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, ensuring consistent, auditable, and fast deployments. Secured infrastructure through robust networking, storage, and IAM configurations, including VPCs, VPNs, and automated S3 backups. Led cross-functional teams to integrate new infrastructure solutions, aligning IT strategy with business objectives and improving overall system reliablity.
IT Infrastructure Engineer
March 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Bridging campus connectivity and IT infrastructure with innovative network solutions and edutech platforms like KlasConnect. Configured and deployed Terraform S3 backend for statefile management, increasing deployment efficiency by 35%. Managed IAM permissions and security policies for AWS infrastructure, strengthening access control and compliance with ISO 27001 standards. Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment using GitLab and Jenkins, accelerating software release cycles by 50%. Performed load testing and security audits, improving system resilience and mitigating high-risk vulnerabilities. Set up Prometheus, Grafana, and Alertmanager for proactive monitoring, performance tracking, and automated incident response. Led a seamless migration of applications across cloud platforms, ensuring zero downtime for critical business operations.
IT Infrastructure Engineer Intern
February 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022
Supported IT infrastructure initiatives in Lagos, gaining hands-on experience with Node.js, Express.js, Python, Bash, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Docker Compose, and GitHub Actions. Worked on containerized deployments and automation tasks to support development teams.

Education

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Qualifications

Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA)
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services

Experience Level

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