Hi, my name is

Kevin Lukritz

DevOps Architect | Platform Engineer

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 Architect 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 DevOps modernization, reducing pipeline latency and significantly enhancing the organization’s security posture.
  • Standardized team operations by automating process bottlenecks, resulting in a measurable increase in overall development velocity.
  • Served as a technical liaison between cross-functional teams, ensuring product features aligned with complex business requirements and security mandates.
  • Mentored engineering staff on platform architecture, reducing onboarding time for new hires by two weeks.
  • Developed and maintained GitLab CI/CD templates utilizing Bash and PowerShell, serving 50+ internal applications.
  • Implemented scalable Helm and Terraform modules to standardize deployments on Azure AKS.
  • Integrated Octopus Deploy, GitLab, and Cloudsmith to automate complex, multi-stage DevOps workflows.
  • Architected a self-service deployment portal using Go, HTMX, and Alpine.js, enabling developers to manage multi-environment releases independently.
Software Development Engineer ll (DevOps)
Aug 2021 - Jan 2023
  • Partnered with QA Automation teams to integrate Selenium pipelines, enhancing end-to-end testing reliability.
  • Collaborated with international engineering units to architect a centralized package management strategy, simplifying dependency deployment and version maintenance.
  • Designed and implemented a .NET API for remote printer management, providing efficient, secure printing capabilities for distributed enterprise locations.
  • Developed PowerShell DSC modules to enforce consistent Windows server configurations, eliminating configuration drift across the environment.
  • Assisted in the design of a GitOps-driven deployment platform for Azure AKS to support global infrastructure scalability.
Software Development Engineer l (DevOps)
May 2020 - Aug 2021
  • Led the migration of multi-project source code repositories from Bitbucket to GitLab to centralize development workflows.
  • Refactored legacy Bamboo CI/CD pipelines into modern, scalable GitLab CI/CD pipelines, increasing deployment reproducibility.
IT Specialist (Severs)
Nov 2018 - May 2020
  • Developed PowerShell tools to orchestrate and track the migration of 1,900+ retail store servers from Windows Server 2008 R2 to 2016, ensuring zero-downtime compliance across all locations.
  • Automated system maintenance with custom PowerShell scripts, including disk space remediation, domain controller rebuilds, and centralized service health monitoring.
  • Streamlined divisional server management through scripted startup/shutdown routines, improving operational control across the enterprise.
  • Orchestrated network staging of store server images and synchronized deployment workflows with Ivanti infrastructure.
Cloud and Applications Administrator - Crate&Barrel
Aug 2018 - Nov 2018
  • Maximized system stability and reliability by implementing automation tools across the enterprise landscape.
  • Provided comprehensive support for computer systems and appliances to ensure uninterrupted sales growth and profitability.
  • Executed technical service projects and established standardized system administration procedures to optimize an enterprise-class infrastructure.
  • Provided VMWare environment support.
  • Built and managed automation jobs in BMC Control-M.
  • Developed VM templates using PowerShell for streamlined deployment.
Technical Operations Specialist
Mar 2016 - Aug 2018
  • Collaborated with software development, DevOps, and engineering teams to provide robust operational support.
  • Implemented industry best practices for system monitoring, ensuring high availability of mission-critical applications.
  • Managed escalation processes and generated technical reports to improve incident resolution times.
Server Administrator
Oct 2014 - Mar 2016
  • Installed, configured, and maintained enterprise computer systems to support corporate sales and profitability.
  • Coordinated technical service projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and enterprise landscape requirements.
  • Developed and implemented standardized administrative procedures to enhance security and system performance.
Technical Services / Desktop Technician
Nov 2010 - Oct 2014
  • Designed and implemented secure VPN network solutions to support remote connectivity for At-Home Agents.
  • Managed enterprise-wide software deployment and asset inventory tracking using Dell Kace.
  • Implemented and integrated new technologies through Google Workspace Services.
  • Provided comprehensive technical support for corporate headquarters and retail store environments.
  • Developed, optimized, and deployed standardized PC system images to ensure uniform hardware configuration and performance.

Education & Certifications

2014
Associate in Applied Science: Computer & Internet Technician
College of Dupage
Comprehensive study of enterprise hardware, OS architecture (Windows/Linux), and network infrastructure. Developed foundational skills in systems administration and complex troubleshooting.
2011–2013
Network Security & Systems Certifications
College of Dupage
Professional certifications completed: CCNA Security, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) Specialist, and Internetworking Technician. Validated expertise in firewall management, secure VPN architecture, and Windows Server infrastructure (AD/DNS/DHCP).
2010
Certificate: Computer Information Systems
Technology Center of Dupage
Fundamental programming concepts and computer science principles, providing a strong baseline for software automation and scripting.

Projects

Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility
Powershell
Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility

Contributed to a widely used open-source Windows optimization and management utility, impacting thousands of users.

  • System Stability: Enhanced core logic by moving installer execution into isolated runspaces to eliminate process blocking and hangs.
  • Resiliency: Implemented advanced exception handling to gracefully manage system errors, improving overall utility uptime.
  • Data Standardization: Implemented JSON-based configurations, effectively decoupling configuration from hard-coded logic.
Github

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