Loren Lisk
About Loren Lisk
Loren Lisk is a Staff DevOps Engineer at Allergan Data Labs in Chicago, Illinois, with extensive experience in virtualization technologies and infrastructure management. He has held various technical roles across multiple companies, including positions as a Senior DevOps Engineer and Linux System Administrator.
Current Role at Allergan Data Labs
Loren Lisk serves as a Staff DevOps Engineer at Allergan Data Labs, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he focuses on managing and deploying infrastructure solutions. His role involves utilizing advanced technologies and methodologies to enhance operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience in DevOps and System Administration
Loren has extensive experience in DevOps and system administration, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Senior DevOps Engineer at Foghorn Consulting, Inc. from 2017 to 2021 and held positions at Peak Hosting and Travel Syndication Technology. His responsibilities included managing Linux systems and implementing automation solutions.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Loren possesses advanced skills in virtualization technologies, particularly KVM, and has expertise in managing and deploying infrastructure using Kubernetes, AWS, Docker, and OpenStack. He utilizes configuration management tools such as Salt, Ansible, and Puppet for automation and orchestration. His proficiency extends to configuring and managing various Linux distributions and application technologies.
Educational Background
Loren studied at Paulding County High School, where he achieved a diploma with a focus on Computer Information Systems. He furthered his education at Chattahoochee Technical College, earning an Associate degree in Computer Science. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in technology and system administration.
Early Career and Management Experience
Before specializing in DevOps and system administration, Loren gained management experience as a Store Manager at RadioShack and a Shift Manager at McDonald's. He also worked as a Technology Support Technician and in various technical roles at Chattahoochee Technical College, which contributed to his diverse skill set in both management and technical support.