Colby Goettel
About Colby Goettel
Colby Goettel is a Senior Engineer at Copado, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in engineering and technology, with previous roles at Walmart, Enterprise Modules B.V., and Brigham Young University.
Current Role at Copado
Colby Goettel serves as a Senior Engineer at Copado, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has contributed to various initiatives, including the automation of the Ubuntu upgrade process for numerous systems. He has also played a significant role in vulnerability remediation efforts, focusing on securing systems and automating security patching and compliance enforcement. Additionally, he has led the internal Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Guild, organizing monthly tech talks and coding challenges to foster knowledge sharing and technical growth among team members.
Previous Experience at Walmart
Colby Goettel has extensive experience at Walmart, where he held multiple engineering roles from 2015 to 2020. His positions included System Engineer, Operations Engineer, and Systems Engineer 3. During his time at Walmart, he worked on advanced systems engineering projects and contributed to various operational improvements. His tenure at Walmart spanned over five years, allowing him to gain substantial experience in systems engineering and operations.
Experience at Brigham Young University
Colby Goettel has a strong background in academia, having worked at Brigham Young University in various capacities from 2009 to 2016. His roles included Teaching Assistant, Project Manager, Research Assistant, and Lab Technician. Through these positions, he gained valuable experience in project management, research, and technical support, which contributed to his overall expertise in information technology.
Education and Academic Background
Colby Goettel earned his Master’s Degree in Information Technology from Brigham Young University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology with a minor in Biblical Hebrew, which he obtained from 2009 to 2015. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in technology and programming, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Contributions to Copado
At Copado, Colby Goettel has been involved in several key projects that enhance the company's offerings. He refactored Chef code for compliance and modernization and developed a security assessment tool, initially named LSIQ, which was later renamed Copado Security Planning after acquisition. He has also contributed to the creation of technical blog posts aimed at increasing public visibility and supporting sales efforts. His work in developing onboarding, training, and interviewing materials has further strengthened the organization's operational capabilities.