Hi, my name is

Kevin Lukritz

I automate and secure the software lifecycle.

DevSecOps specialist focused on building platform-driven, cloud-native infrastructure. I build the platforms that bridge code and production, enabling development teams to deploy securely and at scale via self-service CI/CD ecosystems.

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About Me

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Platform-minded DevOps Engineer with over a decade of experience architecting, building, and operating developer-centric platforms and resilient infrastructure. Proficient across Azure, Kubernetes, Ansible, PowerShell, and Go, I drive operational excellence by standardizing platforms and implementing robust internal tooling. I specialize in bridging the gap between development needs and operational realities, creating self-service CI/CD ecosystems. Core expertise includes GitOps methodologies, container orchestration, and comprehensive cloud infrastructure abstraction. Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Go
  • Powershell/DSC
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu)
  • Azure
  • HTMX
  • Alpine.JS
  • VMWare
  • Hyper-V

Experience

Software Development Engineer lll (DevOps) - ALDI
Jan 2023 - Present

Championed DevSecOps modernization efforts, improving CD/CI pipelines and enhancing security posture across critical applications. Streamlined team operations by identifying and resolving key process bottlenecks, leading to measurable improvements in development velocity. Served as a key technical liaison between cross-functional teams, ensuring product features directly addressed complex business requirements. Mentored junior engineers and shared specialized knowledge on platform architecture, accelerating team competency and project delivery timelines.

  • Developed and maintained Gitlab CI/CD templates utilizing bash and powershell
  • Implemented Helm and Terraform templates to deploy apps to Azure AKS
  • Successfully integrated multiple technologies (Octopus Deploy, GitLab and Cloudsmith) to build multi-stage DevOps solutions.
  • Developed and facilitated structured training programs and internal workshops.
  • Built App to facilitate multi environment deployments to ArgoCD utilizing Go, HTMX and Alpine.JS
Software Development Engineer ll (DevOps)
Aug 2021 - Jan 2023
  • Worked with QA Automation teams to integrate automated Selenium CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborated with international teams to explore innovative solutions for centralized package management, simplifying deployment and maintenance
  • Designed and implemented a Dotnet API for remote printer management, enabling efficient and secure printing capabilities from remote locations
  • Implemented PowerShell DSC scripts to automate Windows server configuration within the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring consistent configurations and enhanced reliability.
  • Collaborated with international teams to design a GitOps platform for Azure AKSj deployments.
Software Development Engineer l (DevOps)
May 2020 - Aug 2021
I worked as a software developer. I worked on a project that will be used to help people find the best way to get around the city.
IT Specialist (Severs)
Nov 2018 - May 2020
I worked as a software developer. I worked on a project that will be used to help people find the best way to get around the city.
Cloud and Applications Adminsitrator - Crate&Barrel
Aug 2018 - Nov 2018
Duties are to maximize system stablity by implementing automation tools and support all computer systems and computer appliances to ensure sales growth and profitablity. Also execute technical services projects and implement system administrator procedures to support an enterprise class system landscape
Technical Operations Specialist
Mar 2016 - Aug 2018
Duties were to ensure systems stablity and work with software development teams, DevOps and technical teams to provide operational support and executing industry best practices for monitoring, escalation management and reporting
Server Adminsitrator
Oct 2014 - Mar 2016
Duties were to maximize company sales growth and profitablity through system administration that would include installing, configuring and supporting all computer systems and computer appliances. Also coordinate and execute technical services projects and implement system administrator procedures to support an enterprise class system landscape
Desktop Technician
Nov 2010 - Oct 2014
I worked as a software developer. I worked on a project that will be used to help people find the best way to get around the city.

Education and Certifications

2014
Associate in Applied Science: Computer and Internet Technician
College of Dupage
This degree provided comprehensive training in computer hardware, operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking fundamentals, and foundational IT support skills necessary for troubleshooting and maintaining diverse computing environments.
2013
Intrusion Prevent Systems Specialist Certification
College of Dupage
This certification provided expertise in implementing, configuring, and managing Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). Topics covered included network traffic analysis, signature-based and anomaly-based detection, policy enforcement, and mitigating various types of cyber threats.
2013
CCNA Security
College of Dupage
This certification validates foundational knowledge and skills in network security concepts, including the implementation and management of firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Access Control Lists (ACLs), and overall secure network architecture.
2011
Internetworking Technician Certification
College of Dupage
This certification focused on foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Windows Server environments, covering installation, configuration, management of roles (like Active Directory, DNS, DHCP), and best practices for maintaining server infrastructure.
2010
Certificate of Completion: Computer Information Systems
Technology Center of Dupage
This program provided a comprehensive foundation in computer science principles, including hands-on experience with Visual Basic and game development.

Projects

Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility
Powershell
Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility
An open-source 'Swiss Army knife' for Windows users that transforms a cluttered default installation into a clean, high-performance workstation. It simplifies complex system configurations and privacy settings into a single, user-friendly interface.
Github

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