Austin F.

Austin F. has extensive work experience in various roles related to finance operations, web design, and DevOps engineering.

Starting in 2015, Austin worked as a contractor for Vision Research Corporation, where they focused on research and development projects involving Java coding and image scraping software. During this time, they utilized AWS backend for the development of software aimed at analyzing disease in children's eyes.

In 2016, Austin joined Salix Technologies, LLC. as a contractor, where they took on multiple responsibilities such as data analysis, web design, web development, research, and network administration. Austin worked with various AWS systems and followed the Kanban methodology.

From 2016 to 2017, Austin served as a Lead Field Technician for Thomas Networks. In this role, they collaborated with companies like Walmart, DaVita, Morgan Stanley, Sam's Club, and CVS through Telaid. Austin focused on installing Cisco Meraki network systems, upgrading outdated infrastructure.

In 2017, Austin briefly worked as an Information Technology Technician for Southland Benefit Solutions, LLC.

From 2018 to 2022, Austin joined Command Alkon, initially as a Junior DevOps Engineer. Austin later became a DevOps I Engineer, responsible for internal developer tool/platform support, deployment pipelines, and AWS account management. Austin managed approximately 80 federated AWS accounts, ensuring efficient infrastructure pipelines for the development teams. Austin'scost optimization efforts resulted in considerable savings for the company.

Simultaneously, starting from December 2016, Austin owned Farris Web Design. As the owner, Austin handled all aspects of the business, including client management, web design, and development.

In June 2022, Austin began working as a FinOps Engineer for HealthVerity.

Overall, Austin F. has amassed a wealth of experience in finance operations, web design, and DevOps engineering, with a strong focus on AWS infrastructure and cost management.

Austin F. completed their education at various institutions and obtained additional certifications. Austin attended Southern New Hampshire University from 2017 to 2021, where they pursued a degree in Information Technology with a focus on Network Telecommunication. Prior to that, they studied Electrical and Computer Engineering at The University of Alabama from 2014 to 2015. In 2012 to 2013, they attended the Cisco Networking Academy-SOT, where they studied Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Additionally, Austin F. attended the Shelby County School of Technology from 2013 to 2014, focusing on Electrical Basic Wire.

In terms of certifications, Austin F. obtained the FOCP: FinOps Certified Practitioner certification from The Linux Foundation in November 2022. Austin also obtained the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification from Amazon Web Services (AWS) in January 2020.