Stephen Yuhas
About Stephen Yuhas
Stephen Yuhas is a Site Reliability Engineer with a diverse background in both culinary arts and technology. He has transitioned from roles in kitchen management and IT business analysis to his current position at FINRA, demonstrating adaptability and a strong interest in automation and cloud infrastructure.
Current Role at FINRA
Stephen Yuhas currently serves as a Site Reliability Engineer at FINRA, a role he has held since 2023. His work is based in Rockville, Maryland. In this position, he focuses on maintaining and improving the reliability of systems and services, leveraging his expertise in technology and engineering.
Previous Experience in Culinary Management
Before transitioning to technology, Stephen Yuhas worked as a Kitchen Manager at The Ale House Columbia from 2019 to 2023. This role involved overseeing kitchen operations in Columbia, Maryland, where he managed staff and ensured quality food service. He also served as Executive Chef at Sullivan's Steakhouse for one year in 2018 to 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland.
IT Business Analyst and Project Management Experience
In 2023, Stephen Yuhas briefly worked as an IT Business Analyst at BRIGHTPORT MANAGED SOLUTIONS in Ellicott City, Maryland, for five months. He also held the position of IT Project Manager at the Mental Health Association of Maryland for the same duration. These roles allowed him to apply his technical skills in a business context.
Education and Technical Skills
Stephen Yuhas has a diverse educational background. He studied Computer Science at the University of South Florida from 2003 to 2006 and continued his studies in Computer Science at Howard Community College from 2022 to 2024. Additionally, he earned a Certificate in Culinary Arts/Chef Training from Anne Arundel Community College from 2011 to 2013. His education reflects a blend of culinary and technical disciplines.
Interests in Automation and Cloud Infrastructure
Stephen Yuhas has a strong interest in automation and cloud infrastructure, with a particular focus on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This interest aligns with his current role in Site Reliability Engineering, where he can apply his knowledge of cloud technologies to enhance system performance and reliability.