Alexander Elkind
About Alexander Elkind
Alexander Elkind is a Senior DevOps Engineer currently employed at Datarails in Tel Aviv, Israel. He has a background in information security and telecommunications, holding a Master's degree and multiple certifications from AWS, Cisco, and Juniper.
Current Role at DataRails
Alexander Elkind serves as a Senior DevOps Engineer at DataRails, where he has been employed since 2022. His role involves implementing and managing DevOps practices to enhance the efficiency of software development and deployment processes. Based in Tel Aviv, Israel, he contributes to the company's objectives by leveraging his extensive background in cloud solutions and networking.
Previous Experience in DevOps and Networking
Prior to his current position, Alexander worked at several organizations in various roles. He was a DevOps Engineer at Cloudride from 2021 to 2022 and a Network Expert at SecurityDAM from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes a year as a NOC Engineer at Imperva from 2019 to 2020. These roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of network operations and DevOps methodologies.
Educational Background in Information Security
Alexander holds a Master's degree in Information Security from the Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication and Computer Networks from the same institution, studying from 2008 to 2013. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in technology and security.
Certifications and Specializations
Alexander Elkind possesses multiple certifications that reflect his expertise in cloud solutions and networking. He has earned the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification, which demonstrates his ability to design distributed systems on AWS. Additionally, he holds JNCIA certifications in DevOps and Cloud, indicating specialized knowledge in DevOps practices and cloud networking.
Early Career in Systems Administration
Before advancing into DevOps roles, Alexander began his career as an Assistant System Administrator at Streamline VAS & New Media Provider from 2011 to 2013. He also worked as an Integration Engineer at JSC 'Belgazprombank' in two capacities from 2013 to 2015. These early experiences laid the groundwork for his technical skills and understanding of system integration.