Aaron Earles

Pediatrix Medical Group - Sunrise, FL (Remote)

Senior Cloud Engineer, Azure • Oct, 2022 — Present

Senior technical role managing critical healthcare infrastructure that supports newborn care and medical records. Design and build secure, scalable solutions using automation and Infrastructure as Code.

• Manage Azure vWAN/IPSec network connecting 80+ hospital partners using Terraform
• Build and maintain standardized security configurations for internet facing healthcare applications using Application Gateway and WAF policies
• Develop automated server deployment process using Terraform and Ansible, reducing manual work and human error
• Support datacenter migrations by establishing new cloud network connections through ExpressRoute
• Create automated system for safely updating Windows servers while maintaining application availability
• Improve monitoring with custom dashboards, intelligent health probes, and targeted alerts to prevent service disruptions

Defi Solutions - King of Prussia, PA (Remote)

Lead Cloud Network Engineer • Nov, 2015 — Oct, 2022

Led network engineering effort for migration from traditional infrastructure to Azure cloud. Designed and built hybrid network solutions connecting existing systems with new cloud services.

• Built multi-region Azure network architecture using Palo Alto virtual NVA firewalls integrated with existing Cisco infrastructure
• Implemented comprehensive cloud networking including VNET Hub & Spoke, Network Security Groups, Internal Load Balancers, Application Gateway/WAF, API Management, and Private Endpoint Connections with PrivateDNS integration
• Managed migration from legacy datacenter to cloud while maintaining commercial network connectivity and uptime

American Axle & Manufacturing - Detroit, MI

Network Engineer • Oct, 2014 — Nov, 2015

Managed global network supporting 30+ manufacturing sites and distributed datacenter operations. Focused on keeping production systems running reliably.

• Built redundant network using HP Comware switches, Juniper WLAN, Cisco routers, and Fortinet firewalls providing diverse path HA and redundant WAN connectivity
• Led project to evaluate and implement Silver Peak SD-WAN technology for WAN Optimization and increased reliability
• Managed large Juniper wireless network covering 32 sites with 450 access points
• Set up network monitoring and capacity planning to prevent outages
• Led datacenter builds including power, cooling, and network infrastructure
• Improved wireless coverage through site surveys and performance testing

Michigan Schools & Government Credit Union - Clinton Township, MI

Network Administrator • 2011 — 2013

Managed network operations for credit union spanning 12 locations and 300+ users. Built reliable network infrastructure using Cisco equipment, including MPLS connections with backup wireless links. Set up redundant systems to prevent outages and maintain consistent performance across all branches.

Fiserv - Troy, MI

Network Analyst • 2009 — 2011

Provided managed network services for 150+ credit unions. Supported major project to upgrade all clients to MPLS networking. Built secure networks using Cisco equipment and multiple firewall platforms. Advised credit unions on network design and Windows infrastructure improvements.

Advicon Computer Services - Clinton Township, MI

IT Consultant • 2004 — 2008

Led team of 10 IT professionals supporting small business clients. Set up and maintained Windows servers, Exchange email, and network security. Created standard procedures for maintenance and backups, improving service quality and reducing system downtime.

Macomb Community College - Warren, MI

Various Networking and Server courses • 2006 — 2008

Cisco CCNA R&S Preparation and Windows Server Administration courses

Pankow Technical Center - Clinton Township, MI

Computer Information Systems • 2003 — 2005

Introduction to Computer Information Systems and preparation for CompTIA A+ and Network+ Certification.

Cloud

Azure Enterprise Architecture, Virtual WAN, Express Route, VPN, Application Gateway, WAF Policy, Virtual Networks, Private Link, Private DNS, Load Balancers, Network Security Group (NSG), Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, GitHub Actions

Network Design & Security

Enterprise Network Architecture, SD-WAN, MPLS, BGP, Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, Check Point, F5, Silverpeak, HP, Juniper, UniFi, VPN Technologies, Load Balancing, High Availability Design

Systems & Infrastructure

Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, Infrastructure Monitoring, Capacity Planning, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Compliance, Enterprise Architecture

Accredited Solutions Expert - FlexNetwork Architect V2 (PL72403154)

HPE • 2014

Accredited Technology Professional - FlexNetwork Solutions V2 (PL72403154)

HPE • 2014

CompTIA A+ Certification (COMP001004367734)

CompTIA • 2005