Kenny V.
About Kenny V.
Kenny V. serves as the Data Integration Lead at Ambyint, where he applies his extensive experience in data modeling and database management. He has a strong background in SQL coding and Azure environments, complemented by a series of roles in various organizations throughout his career.
Current Role at Ambyint
Kenny V. serves as the Data Integration Lead at Ambyint, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing data integration processes and ensuring the effective management of data systems. His work includes developing strategies for database backup and data modeling, demonstrating his technical proficiency in the field. Kenny also provides primary after-hours on-call support for troubleshooting hardware and software issues, ensuring operational continuity.
Previous Experience in Data Management
Before joining Ambyint, Kenny V. gained extensive experience in data management roles. He worked as a Quality Assurance Engineer at Ambyint from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Business Analyst for Operations Engineering at Penn West Exploration from 2013 to 2016. His earlier roles include serving as a Consultant at Long View Systems from 2008 to 2013 and as a Business Analyst for HR Systems at the Calgary Board of Education from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background and Certifications
Kenny V. studied at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, where he focused on Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration, earning a Database Administrator Certificate from 2016 to 2017. He also completed an Introduction to SQL course in 2015. Earlier in his education, he attended the Alberta College of Paramedics, where he achieved an AFA2 certification in 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in database management and data analysis.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Kenny V. possesses strong technical skills in SQL coding, data analysis, and performance tuning of backend database settings. He has expertise in Azure environments, including GeoReplication and Site Recovery. Additionally, he is knowledgeable in Azure Automation through Runbooks and ARM Templates, focusing on infrastructure as code. His experience also includes managing security and user profiles while adhering to change management procedures.
Career Development and Early Roles
Kenny V. began his career in technology with roles such as Hardware/Software Support Specialist and Trainer at SMART Technologies from 2007 to 2008. He later worked as a Database Administration Student at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology from 2016 to 2017, where he gained practical experience. These early roles laid the foundation for his subsequent career in data management and analysis.