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Jarred Thomas

Cloud Engineer | Infrastructure & Automation Specialist
jarredthomas101@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/jarred-thomas github.com/JThomas404 South Africa

Professional Summary

Cloud Engineering Professional

Self-Taught Journey | 2022 - Present

I am a self-taught Cloud Engineer who started in cloud computing in 2022. I quickly built skills in AWS, Terraform, and serverless architecture. I have a strong history of stopping critical system failures, achieving 99.9% uptime in production environments, and delivering significant results, including a 95% reduction in downtime and 100% backup reliability.

Technical Skills

Cloud Platforms & Infrastructure

AWS & Azure | Production Experience

AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, IAM, Route 53, CloudWatch), VPC Architecture, Subnets & NACLs, ALB/ELB, Azure Fundamentals

Infrastructure as Code

Terraform & Ansible | Automation

Terraform (modular design, remote state, workspaces), Ansible

Containers & Orchestration

Docker & Kubernetes | DevOps

Docker (optimised images, multi-stage builds), Kubernetes (Minikube, YAML, deployments, RBAC)

CI/CD & Automation

GitHub Actions & Scripting | Pipeline Automation

GitHub Actions, Bash Scripting, Python, PowerShell, JSON/YAML

Networking

Cisco CCNA Certified | Network Infrastructure

Routing & Switching, Subnetting & CIDR, DNS (Route 53), NAT Gateways, VPNs, Firewall Management

Monitoring & Security

AWS Security Services | Cloud Security

CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS SSM, IAM Policies, Encryption (at rest/in transit), Parameter Store

Serverless & Web Development

AWS Serverless Stack | Full-Stack Development

Lambda + API Gateway, DynamoDB Patterns, S3 Hosting, Bedrock AI Integration, HTML/CSS/JavaScript (ES6+)

Developer Tools

Development Environment | Productivity Tools

VS Code, Git, Postman, Notion

Key Projects

CloudForgeX - AI-Powered Serverless Portfolio

Personal Project

I designed a production-grade serverless portfolio using AWS Lambda (Python 3.9), API Gateway, and DynamoDB, achieving 99.9% uptime across three regions. I automated infrastructure setup with modular Terraform (v1.5+) and GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines, cutting deployment time by 65%.

SQL Server Backup & Maintenance Automation

Enterprise Production Solution

I prevented a critical system failure at Butternut Box through root cause analysis and corrective design using SQL Server 2019. I achieved 100% backup reliability by redesigning SQL Server maintenance plans and adding automated monitoring, saving over 12 hours of manual work each week.

Docker Container Security Falcon

Personal Project

I developed a secure FastAPI microservice with automated vulnerability scanning using Trivy. I deployed containerised workloads on a production-ready Kubernetes cluster with RBAC and namespace isolation.

Serverless Web Application

Enterprise Production Solution

I built a serverless web application with S3 static hosting and CloudFront CDN for global content delivery. I created backend logic using Lambda and API Gateway, managing over 1,000 form submissions each month.

Automated Billing ETL Pipeline

Personal Project

I designed an event-driven ETL pipeline using S3 and Lambda to process uploaded CSV billing data. I normalised and validated records before inserting them into Aurora Serverless MySQL.

Work Experience

Remote Technical Support Engineer – Tier 1 (Cloud and NOC Monitoring)

2023 – Present | SEIDOR Networks

I specialised in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Huawei Cloud) and on-premise infrastructure. I led automation and backup strategies for enterprise SQL environments, preventing three critical system failures and reducing downtime by 85%. I implemented scalable cloud solutions using Terraform IaC and CI/CD pipelines, successfully delivering eight client infrastructure projects with improved reliability and performance.

Network Engineer Consultant

2023 – 2024 | Angamma Charitable Trust

I designed secure networks for three office locations, set up site-to-site VPNs, and segmented traffic using VLANs. I successfully established remote office networks with 99.5% uptime and led technology upgrade projects that improved network performance by 40%.

Junior Network Engineer

2022 – 2023 | Lorge Consulting Services

I developed basic networking and troubleshooting skills under senior mentorship. I became the go-to person for network issue resolution, showing a methodical way of solving problems.

Education & Certifications

AWS Certifications

Amazon Web Services | Cloud Architecture

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03) - 2025, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) - 2025

Networking & Infrastructure

Cisco & HashiCorp | Network & Infrastructure

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - 2025, HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (Hands-On Labs) - 2025

Microsoft Cloud Platform

Microsoft | Azure & Power Platform

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) - 2025, Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-900) - 2023

Container & Development Technologies

Docker & Programming | DevOps

Docker Mastery: Kubernetes + Swarm (with Docker Captain) - 2025, Python Programming for AWS with Boto3 - 2025, Docker Fundamentals - Adrian Cantrill - 2025

Specialised Training & In Progress

Continuous Learning | Advanced Skills

Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator (LFCS) - In Progress

LinkedIn Recommendations

Neville Govender

CEO @ Rayburn Consulting & Lorge Consulting Services | Former Manager

"It is with great pleasure that I recommend Jarred Thomas for his professionalism, dedication, and commitment to continuous growth.

Jarred joined my team as an IT Intern and, over time, has developed into a fine young man—both personally and professionally. From the outset, he demonstrated a strong work ethic, a genuine eagerness to learn, and an admirable level of accountability in everything he undertook.

What sets Jarred apart is his consistent willingness to go above and beyond, his respectful and solution-oriented approach to challenges, and his drive to improve not only his technical skills but also his interpersonal and professional capabilities.

It has been rewarding to witness his growth firsthand, and I have no doubt that Jarred will continue to succeed in any path he pursues. He would be an asset to any organisation fortunate enough to work with him."

Dr. Sharlotte Naidu

Organisational & Digital Transformation Specialist | Senior Colleague

"I had the pleasure of working closely with Jarred during their time at Lorge Consulting. As a young IT network professional, Jarred demonstrated an exceptional ability to grasp complex network architectures and deliver effective solutions.

Throughout my tenure, Jarred consistently impressed with their dedication to learning and applying new technologies. They quickly became a go-to person for troubleshooting network issues, showing a keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.

Jarred also excelled in collaborating with team members and stakeholders, effectively communicating technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. Their enthusiasm for networking technologies was infectious, inspiring others to expand their knowledge base.

In addition to their technical skills, Jarred exhibited strong organisational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines. They were proactive in identifying areas for improvement, contributing valuable insights that enhanced our network infrastructure.

I have no doubt that Jarred will continue to thrive and make significant contributions in their career as they embark on new challenges. Their passion for networking, coupled with their determination to succeed, makes them a valuable asset to any organisation. All the best Jarred."

Shanti Naidoo-Pagé

Paradigm Weaver for Radical Collaboration | Former Manager

"Jarred is an outstanding Network Engineer with a proven track record of delivering excellent results in challenging environments.

His prompt response to network downtime incidents, adept handling of security breaches, and successful setup of remote office networks demonstrate his technical proficiency and problem-solving skills.

Jarred's leadership in technology upgrade projects and commitment to employee development further showcase his ability to drive positive outcomes for the organisation.

I highly recommend Jarred for his expertise, professionalism, and dedication to excellence."