Andrew Parnell
About Andrew Parnell
Andrew Parnell is a Principal Network Engineer with extensive experience in network architecture and infrastructure management. He has worked for notable companies including Messagelabs Ltd, Distributel, and Achievers, where he has contributed to cloud migration and process automation.
Work at Achievers
Andrew Parnell has been serving as the Principal Network Engineer at Achievers since 2019. In this role, he has automated various processes using programming languages such as Python and Go, along with configuration management tools like Chef. He has played a significant role in migrating Achievers' infrastructure from an on-premises setup to a global cloud-native architecture. This migration involved the use of technologies such as Kubernetes, Argo CD, and Terraform. Additionally, he has implemented GitOps practices to enable developers to provision infrastructure resources independently.
Previous Experience at Messagelabs Ltd
Before joining Achievers, Andrew Parnell worked at Messagelabs Ltd, now part of Symantec, as a Principal Infrastructure Engineer from 2005 to 2011. During his six years in this position, he was based in Toronto, ON. His work involved overseeing infrastructure projects and ensuring the reliability and performance of network systems.
Previous Experience at Distributel
Andrew Parnell served as a Network Architect at Distributel from 2011 to 2015. He worked in Toronto, ON, for four years in this role. His responsibilities included designing and implementing network solutions that met the company's operational needs.
Previous Experience at MTS Allstream
Prior to his roles at Messagelabs and Distributel, Andrew Parnell was a Senior Systems Administrator at MTS Allstream from 2001 to 2005. He worked in Toronto, ON, for four years, focusing on system administration and support for network infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Parnell has developed expertise in network engineering, infrastructure management, and cloud technologies throughout his career. His proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Go, combined with his experience in configuration management and cloud-native architecture, positions him as a knowledgeable professional in the field.