Hello, I'm
Arjuna C. Reddy.
Cloud & Systems Engineer | AWS Certified
Cloud, DevOps, & 5G Wireless Engineering
About Me
Some see problems; I see puzzles waiting to be solved. Armed with a Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering and experience across major tech companies like PwC and Cognizant, I specialize in unraveling the complexities of cloud computing, security, and DevOps. If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s this: I don’t just find solutions—I build them.
A solutions-driven engineer with a Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a passion for cloud infrastructure, DevOps automation, and next-generation wireless technologies. My experience is centered on building resilient, scalable systems and optimizing network performance to drive business success.
Experience
March 2023 – Present
Systems Administrator
San Diego State University
- Achieved a 40% increase in deployment efficiency using user needs and automation scripts (Python/Bash) as measured by streamlined desktop rollouts and adherence to best practices in technical documentation and quality standards.
- Accomplished a 15% boost in user satisfaction using cross-functional collaboration and proactive troubleshooting of hardware and networking issues as measured by positive survey feedback and on-time project completion.
- Increased deployment efficiency by 40% through Python/Bash automation.
- Boosted user satisfaction by 15% via proactive hardware and network troubleshooting.
June 2021 – July 2022
Associate
PwC
- Optimized cloud infrastructure for over 30 clients on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), reducing cloud costs by 50% and enhancing system performance by 25%.
- Implemented a Git-based Jenkins CI/CD pipeline for multiple Fortune 500 clients, reducing deployment time by 30% and increasing successful deployments by 15%.
- Led the implementation of a comprehensive security incident response program, reducing security incidents by 30% and managed the Auth0 platform for over 50,000 users.
- Conducted regular system checks and proactive space monitoring on OCI, eliminating space errors and improving database performance by 35% to achieve 99.99% availability.
- Orchestrated the successful deployment of security protocols, including IAM solutions and MFA, across multiple client environments, enhancing overall security posture by 50%.
- Reduced cloud costs by 50% for 30+ clients on GCP through infrastructure optimization.
- Cut deployment times by 30% and security incidents by 30% by implementing CI/CD pipelines.
- Enhanced security posture by 50% by deploying IAM and MFA solutions for over 50,000 users.
July 2019 – May 2021
Administrator
Cognizant Technology Solutions
- Enhanced overall database performance on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) by 35% through meticulous monitoring, patch management, and space allocation, achieving 99.99% availability.
- Fortified security measures across Oracle ERP systems, leading to a 50% decrease in unauthorized access incidents by implementing comprehensive IAM solutions for over 50,000 users.
- Streamlined incident response times by 60% as part of a 24/7 on-call rotation, employing Oracle Enterprise Manager to swiftly monitor and resolve issues.
- Minimized downtime by 30% and increased operational efficiency by 20% through regular system health checks, PSU patching, and strategic use of hot backups (RMAN, Data Pump).
- Improved database performance on OCI by 35% and achieved 99.99% availability.
- Decreased unauthorized access incidents by 50% by implementing robust IAM solutions.
- Reduced incident response times by 60% in a 24/7 on-call support environment.
Projects
Cloud Resume Project
Cloud Resume Project
Engineered a secure, serverless resume website on AWS with a CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions. Automated infrastructure deployment with AWS SAM, reducing deployment times by 60%, and implemented a real-time visitor counter with Lambda and DynamoDB.
Cloud Resume Project
Engineered a secure, serverless website on AWS with a full CI/CD pipeline. Automated infrastructure deployment with AWS SAM and GitHub Actions, reducing deployment times by 60% and implementing a real-time visitor counter with Lambda.
Django Blog Application
Django Blog Application
Engineered and deployed a secure network infrastructure for a Django application, improving reliability by 30%. Strengthened system security by 50% through IAM roles and encryption, while reducing latency by 25% via network performance tuning and DNS management.
Django App Infrastructure
Engineered and deployed a secure network infrastructure for a Django application, improving reliability by 30%. Strengthened system security by 50% through IAM roles and encryption, while reducing latency by 25% via network performance tuning.
VM Lifecycle Management
VM Lifecycle Management
Streamlined VM lifecycle management by implementing advanced snapshot strategies and optimizing network drivers, reducing resource utilization by 20% and increasing data transfer speeds by 15% in virtual environments. Reduced deployment time by 25% through bottleneck analysis.
DNS Analysis with Wireshark
DNS Analysis with Wireshark
Analyzed DNS traffic using Wireshark to capture and filter packets, improving network performance troubleshooting by 20%. Evaluated DNS caching behaviors to optimize resolution efficiency and reduce query latency by 15%. Proposed infrastructure optimizations based on query analysis.
Network Security Scenarios
Network Security Scenarios
Conducted vulnerability assessments using Nmap and Wireshark. Simulated network attacks like phishing and DNS poisoning in Packet Tracer to enhance incident response capabilities and improve security posture by 40%. Reduced simulated response time by 50%.
5G Millimeter-Wave Analysis
5G Millimeter-Wave Analysis
Simulated wideband millimeter-wave OFDM systems to analyze data transmission over fading channels. Determined optimal beamforming parameters by analyzing 10,000+ random channel coefficients, improving system performance by 30% and spectral efficiency by 35%.
TCP Sockets Programming
TCP Sockets Programming
Developed a C program using TCP sockets for reliable, bidirectional client-server communication. Processed over 500 messages in tests with 99.9% reliability and reduced message latency by 25% through efficient data handling and I/O processing.
LZW Compression Algorithm
LZW Compression Algorithm
Successfully implemented the LZW algorithm in MATLAB, achieving a 34% reduction in text file size while maintaining 100% data integrity upon decompression. Developed a dynamic dictionary system using all 256 ASCII characters to optimize the compression ratio.
Comparative CMOS Logic
Comparative CMOS Logic
Redesigned NAND/NOR gates into pseudo-NMOS and pass transistor logic, reducing layout area by 5%. Simulated and compared propagation delay and power consumption, achieving a 25% improvement in power efficiency for pass transistor logic.
CMOS Voltage-Temp Analysis
CMOS Voltage-Temp Analysis
Conducted comprehensive voltage-temperature variation analysis on custom CMOS gates. Identified conditions causing up to a 20% fluctuation in propagation delay, providing critical data for robust digital circuit design under varying environmental conditions.
Core Competencies
Cloud & DevOps
- Platforms: AWS, GCP, Oracle Cloud (OCI)
- Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, AWS SAM, Ansible
- CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
- Containers: Docker, Kubernetes
- Services: EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, IAM, Route53, Lambda
- Disaster Recovery: Failover, Replication, Backup/Recovery
Networking
- Protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, UDP
- Infrastructure: LAN/WAN, Firewalls, VPN, Subnetting, NAT
- Tools: Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer, Nmap
- Concepts: Network Security, WAN Optimization
Wireless & RF
- Technologies: 5G NR, LTE, Wi-Fi (802.11)
- Concepts: OFDM, MIMO, Beamforming, RF Propagation
- Testing: Call Flow Analysis, QoS Analysis
- Simulation: MATLAB, VHDL, Verilog
Systems & Languages
- OS: Windows, Linux, MacOS
- Languages: Python, C, SQL, Bash, PowerShell
- Security: IAM, SAML/OAuth, MFA, SSL/TLS
- Tools: Git, JIRA, ServiceNow, VMware
Cloud & DevOps
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, GCP, OCI
- IaC: Terraform, Ansible
- CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
- Containers: Docker, Kubernetes
5G, Wireless & Networking
- Technologies: 5G NR, LTE, Wi-Fi
- Protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS
- Tools: Wireshark, Packet Tracer
- Concepts: RF Simulation, Network Security
Security
- Identity: IAM, SAML/OAuth, MFA
- Infrastructure: Firewalls, VPNs, SSL/TLS
- Tools: Nmap, Wireshark
Key Languages & Tools
- Python
- SQL
- Bash / PowerShell
- Git
Education
Graduated: December 2024
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
San Diego State University
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Network Security, Cloud Computing, Wireless Communication Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Multimedia Communication.
Graduated: June 2019
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Communication Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Relevant Coursework: Computer Networks, Data Structures & Algorithms, Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems, Digital Logic Design, Information Theory & Coding.
