Arvin Josol

Cloud Consultant

PROFILE

I'm a Navy veteran who is committed to lifelong learning in tech. I am an enthusiastic problem-solver and enjoy breaking down problems into actionable tasks. My dream is to create and contribute to tools that solve problems for the world.

EXPERIENCE

Independent Contractor | EY Canada

APR 2024 - CURRENT, VICTORIA, BC

  • - Collaborated on developing and creating a database for data visualization of key projects. The solution utilized the ASP.Net Core framework and several Azure services: SQL Server, App Service, Web App, Entra, Repos, and Pipelines. It produced new insights and unique views of the department's work for data-driven decision-making.
  • - Developed and maintained cloud solutions to be compliant with Government of Canada cloud guardrails. Worked with other departments to create new resources and update existing configurations. Cloud resources were aligned with baseline cyber security controls and architecture requirements.

Cloud Analyst | WithYouWithMe

AUG 2021 - MAR 2024, VICTORIA, BC

  • - Integrated with a Microsoft team to implement IoT and data analytics solutions. The projects leveraged Azure services including Custom Vision, IoT Hub, Functions, and Stream Analytics. It also used PowerBI reports, a Blazor SPA, and a Swagger API. The projects were demonstrated to key stakeholders, were well-received, and generated much interest in cloud solutions.
  • - Joined Microsoft consultants to implement knowledge mining solutions for security vulnerabilities and military publications. They used several Azure products: Data Factory, AI Search, Storage, SQL Server, and Key Vault. The solution showed the capabilities of the Azure cloud and increased stakeholder support of cloud-enabled projects.

Master Sailor, Weapons Engineering Technician | Royal Canadian Navy

DEC 2009 - AUG 2021, VICTORIA, BC

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  • - Maintained combat systems' capabilities by conducting corrective and preventative maintenance. Solved equipment faults by gathering info on symptoms, logically testing systems, and isolating issues down to faulty components needing repair or replacement. Systems were correctly maintained and/or quickly repaired during operations.
  • - Filled multiple roles like weapons engineering technician, machinery control room watchkeeper, ship's diver, HAZMAT coordinator, etc., by completing mandatory/voluntary training. This enabled the military to place me where I was most needed.
  • - Acted as a subject matter expert for fire control systems. Mentored juniors by demonstrating technical presentations and walkthroughs of systems. Briefed chain of command on the impact of equipment faults on the ship's operations. Knowledge was effectively shared to teach juniours and to enable superiors to make informed decisions.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • AI-102 | Azure AI Engineer Associate
  • AZ-305 | Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • AZ-400 | DevOps Engineer Expert
  • AZ-104 | Azure Administrator Associate
  • More certifications listed on my LinkedIn.

PROJECTS

Cloud Developer | Cloud Resume

MAR 2024, BUSINESS PROJECT

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  • - Developed a resume website that uses multiple Azure resources: Storage, CDN, Functions, CosmosDB, and ARM Templates. Other platforms and tools like DigitalOcean, Playwright, and GitHub Actions are also used. This allows me to easily share my experience and skills.

Full-stack Developer | Mini Paint Challenge

JAN 2024, SCHOOL / BUSINESS PROJECT

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  • - Created a landing page to promote an art challenge. The project is a full-stack web app using React, Express.js, Mailgun's email API, and the DigitalOcean cloud. The business was able build an email list and send communications to challenge participants.