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Linux and DevOps Expert
Mike Peters
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Berwick upon Tweed, United Kingdom
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I am a Linux expert and self-employed DevOps consultant with over 15 years experience creating solutions to complex IT problems. I love to automate stuff and get a kick out of solving problems and making things work better and faster.
On a daily basis I design, build and maintain highly available, resilient and scalable public and private cloud infrastructure for clients of varying sizes, from start-ups to large public sector organisations and enterprise businesses. I live and breathe infrastructure-as-code, continuous integration/delivery. I am always up for a challenge, constantly seeking new knowledge and always open to sharing my knowledge and experience with those I work with.
On a daily basis I design, build and maintain highly available, resilient and scalable public and private cloud infrastructure for clients of varying sizes, from start-ups to large public sector organisations and enterprise businesses. I live and breathe infrastructure-as-code, continuous integration/delivery. I am always up for a challenge, constantly seeking new knowledge and always open to sharing my knowledge and experience with those I work with.
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Language
English
Fluently
Ready for
Larger project
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Full time contractor
Available
My experience
2019 - 2019
freelance
DevOps Consultant
NHS Business Services Authority.
I returned to the NHSBSA to help with improvements to the existing platform as well as to design and build a new platform for the first fully containerised projects at the BSA. This new platform utilised Terraform, GitLab and Kubernetes to build and deploy microservices to multiple EKS clusters in a secure, multiple VPC architecture with ingress and egress proxies. The new platform necessitated a redesign of the existing branching strategy and development workflow and incorporated the ability to deploy to multiple dynamic environments. As part of the requirements, I also helped implement a new container registry and artifact repository in GitLab as well as automated image builds and vulnerability scanning of containers and code dependencies.
During this time I also oversaw the implementation and deployment of several new projects including a new CRM system (SuiteCRM), NHS Jobs website and Pensions Calculator and the migration of a legacy, on-premise SVN server to the cloud. I also assisted with improvements to existing deployment pipelines, the migration of monitoring to Datadog and the integration of new services such as SQS, Elasticache, API Gateway, AWS SFTP and Lambda whilst working to mentor and up-skill new and existing members of the Platform team.
During this time I also oversaw the implementation and deployment of several new projects including a new CRM system (SuiteCRM), NHS Jobs website and Pensions Calculator and the migration of a legacy, on-premise SVN server to the cloud. I also assisted with improvements to existing deployment pipelines, the migration of monitoring to Datadog and the integration of new services such as SQS, Elasticache, API Gateway, AWS SFTP and Lambda whilst working to mentor and up-skill new and existing members of the Platform team.
AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Gitlab, Ansible, PostgreSQL, Terraform, Linux, Cloud and hosting solutions, IT consultant, Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Amazon Serverless, Git, Infrastructure as code, Continuous integration, Continuous delivery, DevOps
2018 - 2018
freelance
DevOps Engineer
Insure The Box.
At Insure the Box I was tasked with converting legacy Bash scripted deployments to fully automated deployments using Ansible and Jenkins. I also automated the build and configuration of Dev, Test and Production infrastructure in AWS using Terraform and Ansible as well as containerising legacy Java and Python applications and services for deploying locally and to AWS. I have also been involved in the design and implementation of the build and deployment pipelines for the new core business software and infrastructure scheduled to replace the aforementioned legacy applications.
Golang, Lambda, Load balancing, CentOS, Software, Monitoring, Infrastructure, Implementation, Tomcat, Gradle, Nginx, Node, Bash, Integration, Wordpress, Apache, Deployment, Cloud, Automation, Jenkins, DevOps, PostgreSQL, AWS, Docker, Linux, Node.js, Java, Python, Php, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as code, Continuous delivery, Continuous integration
2016 - 2018
freelance
DevOps Consultant
NHS Business Services Authority.
At the NHSBSA I provided mentoring and consultancy services to the existing Operations team. I aided in the design and build of a proof of concept Cloud infrastructure as well as helping instill a new DevOps culture within the organisation. The POC was built in vCloud and included a CI/CD pipeline using GitLab CI, Ansible and Terraform, code quality and monitoring tools, service discovery and secrets management. Subsequently, building upon the success of this proof of concept design, I played a lead role in creating a 100% infrastructure-as-code, scalable, resilient and secure cloud hosting platform on AWS. The infrastructure consisted of dev, test, staging and production environments, capable of hosting a wide range of new and legacy projects, all deployed via fully automated CI/CD pipelines. In the final part of my time at the BSA I oversaw the first successful migrations of legacy systems to this platform, as well as helping the first new projects to go live.
Terraform, Continuous delivery, Continuous improvement, Continuous integration, DNS, IT consultant, Load balancing, Java, Python, Ansible, AWS, Infrastructure as code, Monitoring, Elk, Git, Amazon Web Services, PostgreSQL, Docker, Gitlab, Linux
2016 - 2016
freelance
DevOps Engineer
MyLife Digital.
MyLife Digital are a startup specialising in Personal Information Management solutions and the secure storage of personal data. I have been responsible for the design and implementation of a fully automated test and deployment pipeline and secure cloud infrastructure for their new consents management software. I designed and built the infrastructure using Docker and Rancher Server on RancherOS across multiple datacenters running VMWARE vCloud and OpenStack, with access secured using OpenVPN. I implemented the automated full stack deployment of infrastructure and software, including build and end to end testing using GitHub, Teamcity, Terraform and Ansible. The implementation of these technologies have been key in helping MLD win their first contracts for their consent management systems by allowing developers to rapidly develop, test and deploy their software to multiple resilient and secure cloud environments. Whilst at MLD I have also played a key role in helping the business prepare for ISO27001 certification and helped increase the security and stability of their existing performance analysis software platform.
Security, Nginx, Confluence, Infrastructure, Information Management, Monitoring, Ubuntu, Configuration Management, Teamcity, Load balancing, Couchdb, OpenStack, Automation, Java, Node.js, Linux, Docker, Jira, DevOps, Agile, VMware, Design, Cloud, Deployment, NoSQL, Github, Node, Infrastructure as code, Continuous delivery, Continuous integration, Ansible, Terraform
2015 - 2016
job
Web Infrastructure Developer and Administrator
African Conservation Experience.
Implementation of a new CMS including custom modules and back office systems integration. Responsible for the high availability,
performance tuning and scaling of cloud based application servers and infrastructure running on Ubuntu Server. Implementation and integration of cloud technologies with existing bespoke back management software.
performance tuning and scaling of cloud based application servers and infrastructure running on Ubuntu Server. Implementation and integration of cloud technologies with existing bespoke back management software.
Concrete5, Memcached, Server, Web, Software, Development, Monitoring, Infrastructure, Php, Developer, Ubuntu, Integration, Github, Management, Apache, Drupal, Cloud, CMS, Docker, Mysql, Software development, Web development
2013 - 2015
job
Enterprise Infrastructure Specialist
Open GI.
Senior architect responsible for existing hosted infrastructure platforms and the implementation of new hosted customer services. Working closely with development teams to improve availability and performance of server architecture and software through the closer collaboration of diverse teams across the business and the adoption of DevOps methodologies and tooling. Responsible for the high availability and scaling of the hosted platform to meet future business needs. Continual improvement of server and network monitoring and analytics including implementation of Cacti and coding bespoke modules for Nagios and Munin. Automation of server infrastructure administration and deployment using Salt, CFEngine and bespoke scripts and modules. Implementation of continuous deployment of Java Tomcat web services using Bamboo, Subversion and bespoke software. MySQL performance tuning, upgrades and availability improvements. Implementation of a virtualized Managed Service Platform for the hosting of customer office systems on VMWare and Citrix. Liaising with Penetration Testers and Security and Compliance managers and developers to ensure security and integrity of the hosted platform and software. Played a key role in the establishment
of a new Change Advisory Board and Service Operations Centre and implementation of ITIL procedures. Mentoring and training of new and
existing 1st and 2nd line support staff.
of a new Change Advisory Board and Service Operations Centre and implementation of ITIL procedures. Mentoring and training of new and
existing 1st and 2nd line support staff.
Python, Mysql, Cloud and hosting solutions, Virtualisation, Network and System Administrator, Linux, Monitoring, Security, Security and backup, Information Security, Automation
2011 - 2013
job
Technical Delivery Consultant
Open GI.
Lead role in the design and implementation of two separate VMWare private cloud, hosted architectures, one of which was a greenfield installation the other involved migrating existing production services from physical hardware into the new infrastructure. Lead role in project to migrate internal server infrastructure from physical to VMWare including the implementation of a new IP phone system, new backup software and business continuity procedures, new helpdesk, resilient firewalls and intrusion detection. Deployed Puppet to automate administration of internal IT infrastructure. Responsible for the implementation of service and infrastructure monitoring of the hosted server architecture, automation of many administrative tasks using bespoke Bash and Python scripts. Wrote an automated continuous deployment tool responsible for deploying Tomcat web applications to load balanced clusters without incurring downtime. 3 rd line support of internal IT and hosted infrastructure and mentoring of 1st and 2nd line support teams.
It, Server, Web, Software, Hardware, Backup, Infrastructure, Support, Tomcat, Architecture, Bash, Mentoring, Deployment, It infrastructure, Cloud, Automation, VMware, Administration, Mysql, Php, Software development, Monitoring, Linux, Python, Network and System Administrator, Cisco, Firewall, Security, Security and backup
2009 - 2011
job
Hosted Infrastructure Administrator
Open GI.
Primary role in the design and implementation a highly available, scalable hosted platform running on SuSE Enterprise Linux running Apache Tomcat, Corosync, ldirectord and DRBD. Data centre migration of many key servers and services. Implementation of a highly available MySQL cluster. Web application software and server tuning, upgrades and ongoing maintenance. Site to Site VPN implementation interoperating Linux, Cisco and Juniper VPNs. 2 nd and 3rd line support of the hosted infrastructure.
Apache, Tomcat, Support, Infrastructure, Web, Server, Administrator, Tuning, Network and System Administrator, VMware, Linux, Php, Mysql, Software development, Web development, Network, Linux networking, Firewall, Cisco, Networking, Monitoring, Automation, Bash, Python, Sql, Vpn services
2005 - 2009
job
Linux Server and Website Administrator
Open GI.
Reimplementation of company websites in Joomla. Implementation of customer support website. Responsible for the availability and maintenance of the company website and infrastructure. Design and implementation of an online customer training suite using Xen, Webex and Citrix. Design and implementation of virtualized development platform on Xen. Maintenance of web site infrastructure and internal IT infrastructure including Linux firewalls, Mail servers, FTP and proxy servers. Network security. VPN connectivity for both remote workers and offices.
Security, Server, Web, Development, Infrastructure, Support, Implementation, It, Design, Citrix, Network, Website, Joomla, Linux server, It infrastructure, Websites, Virtualisation, Linux, Web development, Php, Mysql, Html, Software development, Backend, Linux networking, Python, Firewall, Network and System Administrator, Networking
2003 - 2005
freelance
Freelance Web Developer
Supporting software written in previous role. Website Development and server configuration. Writing technology and security related articles. Linux firewall implementation.
Python, Writing, Drupal, Joomla, Technical Writing, Perl, Firewall, Website, Technology, Security, Implementation, Development, Software, Server, Linux, Php, Mysql, Html, Wordpress, Css, Web development, Javascript
2001 - 2003
job
Network and Systems Administrator and Programmer
Dilko School of English.
Network infrastructure implementation and maintenance, including firewalls, proxy and mail servers. Development of bespoke school
administration software, educational and examination software.
administration software, educational and examination software.
Python, Administration, Network, Implementation, Infrastructure, Development, Software, Postfix, Web development, Software development, Mysql, Backend, Php, Javascript, Firewall, Linux, Linux server, Linux networking
1998 - 2001
freelance
Freelance
Developed several websites for clients mainly in the tourism sector such as restaurants and hotels in Turkey. Translation of written material from English to Turkish and Turkish to English.
Javascript, HTML/CSS/Javascript, Website, Development, Web development, Html, Css, Web design, Translation, English translation
1996 - 1998
job
English Teacher
Dilko School of English.
Teaching all levels of English to Turkish adult learners in Istanbul, Turkey. I was also involved in finding and interviewing new teachers.
Teaching, Recruitment
My education
2019
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2025
Open University (Part Time)
BSc (Hons), Natural Sciences - Astronomy and Planetary Science
BSc (Hons), Natural Sciences - Astronomy and Planetary Science
1991
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1994
University of Wales Aberystwyth
BSc (Hons), Zoology
BSc (Hons), Zoology
1988
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1990
Durham Sixth Form Center
A Level, Maths, Biology, Chemistry
A Level, Maths, Biology, Chemistry
1983
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1988
Durham Gilesgate Comprehensive School
GCSE, English, Maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English Literature, History, Latin and Classics
GCSE, English, Maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English Literature, History, Latin and Classics
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