Dan M.

DevOps/Platform Engineering Specialist with a strong foundation in Google Cloud Infrastructure and a focus on providing expert assistance for infrastructure solutions on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Currently serving as a Google Cloud Infrastructure Support Specialist at Telus, I excel in resolving issues, troubleshooting GCP services, and ensuring optimal performance and uptime. In my role, I collaborate closely with teams, offering technical support and guidance in designing and deploying scalable and secure Kubernetes infrastructure solutions on GCP. I possess a solid understanding of Google Cloud services, including monitoring and logging, and have considerable linux admin fu 🪄 With a keen eye for detail, I prioritize implementing security measures and maintaining compliance standards to safeguard data and systems. I actively contribute to creating comprehensive documentation, sharing knowledge, and fostering effective self-service support. As the Owner and Head of Technology at Turbo Haüs, I have honed my skills in network and systems security, electronics repair, and circuit design to meet the needs of this DIY music venue. This experience has instilled in me an appreciation for redundancy and a 0-downtime IT model. Through my freelance work, I have further expanded my expertise in hardware repair, as well as dealt with the intricacies of various operating systems and server technologies. I am committed to advising clients on security best practices and delivering high-quality solutions that align with their unique requirements. As I continue to grow in my career, I am eager to transition from a support role to actively building out DevOps infrastructure. I am enthusiastic about automation, CI/CD workflows, and leveraging Kubernetes for platform orchestration and reliability. Let's connect and explore opportunities to contribute my skills and dedication to your organization's DevOps initiatives.