Hi, my name is

Kevin Lukritz

DevOps Architect | Platform Engineer

DevSecOps specialist focused on building platform-driven, cloud-native infrastructure. I build the platforms that bridge code and production, enabling development teams to deploy securely and at scale via self-service CI/CD ecosystems.

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About Me

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Platform-minded DevOps Architect with over a decade of experience architecting, building, and operating developer-centric platforms and resilient infrastructure. Proficient across Azure, Kubernetes, Ansible, PowerShell, and Go, I drive operational excellence by standardizing platforms and implementing robust internal tooling. I specialize in bridging the gap between development needs and operational realities, creating self-service CI/CD ecosystems. Core expertise includes GitOps methodologies, container orchestration, and comprehensive cloud infrastructure abstraction. Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Go
  • Powershell/DSC
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu)
  • Azure
  • HTMX
  • Alpine.JS
  • VMWare
  • Hyper-V

Experience

Software Development Engineer lll (DevOps) - ALDI
Jan 2023 - Present
  • Championed DevOps modernization, reducing pipeline latency by 30% and significantly enhancing the organization’s security posture.
  • Standardized team operations by automating process bottlenecks, resulting in a 25% increase in overall development velocity.
  • Served as a technical liaison between cross-functional teams, ensuring product features aligned with complex business requirements and security mandates.
  • Mentored engineering staff on platform architecture, reducing onboarding time for new hires by two weeks.
  • Developed and maintained GitLab CI/CD templates utilizing Bash and PowerShell, serving 50+ internal applications.
  • Implemented scalable Helm and Terraform modules to standardize deployments on Azure AKS.
  • Integrated Octopus Deploy, GitLab, and Cloudsmith to automate complex, multi-stage DevOps workflows.
  • Architected a self-service deployment portal using Go, HTMX, and Alpine.js, enabling developers to manage multi-environment releases independently.
Software Development Engineer ll (DevOps)
Aug 2021 - Jan 2023
  • Partnered with QA Automation teams to integrate Selenium pipelines, enhancing end-to-end testing reliability.
  • Collaborated with international engineering units to architect a centralized package management strategy, simplifying dependency deployment and version maintenance.
  • Designed and implemented a .NET API for remote printer management, providing efficient, secure printing capabilities for distributed enterprise locations.
  • Developed PowerShell DSC modules to enforce consistent Windows server configurations, eliminating configuration drift across the environment.
  • Assisted in the design of a GitOps-driven deployment platform for Azure AKS to support global infrastructure scalability.
Software Development Engineer l (DevOps)
May 2020 - Aug 2021
  • Led the migration of multi-project source code repositories from Bitbucket to GitLab to centralize development workflows.
  • Refactored legacy Bamboo CI/CD pipelines into modern, scalable GitLab CI/CD pipelines, increasing deployment reproducibility.
IT Specialist (Severs)
Nov 2018 - May 2020
  • Developed PowerShell tools to orchestrate and track the migration of 1,900+ retail store servers from Windows Server 2008 R2 to 2016, ensuring zero-downtime compliance across all locations.
  • Automated system maintenance with custom PowerShell scripts, including disk space remediation, domain controller rebuilds, and centralized service health monitoring.
  • Streamlined divisional server management through scripted startup/shutdown routines, improving operational control across the enterprise.
  • Orchestrated network staging of store server images and synchronized deployment workflows with Ivanti infrastructure.
Cloud and Applications Administrator - Crate&Barrel
Aug 2018 - Nov 2018
  • Maximized system stability and reliability by implementing automation tools across the enterprise landscape.
  • Provided comprehensive support for computer systems and appliances to ensure uninterrupted sales growth and profitability.
  • Executed technical service projects and established standardized system administration procedures to optimize an enterprise-class infrastructure.
  • Provided VMWare environment support.
  • Built and managed automation jobs in BMC Control-M.
  • Developed VM templates using PowerShell for streamlined deployment.
Technical Operations Specialist
Mar 2016 - Aug 2018
  • Collaborated with software development, DevOps, and engineering teams to provide robust operational support.
  • Implemented industry best practices for system monitoring, ensuring high availability of mission-critical applications.
  • Managed escalation processes and generated technical reports to improve incident resolution times.
Server Administrator
Oct 2014 - Mar 2016
  • Installed, configured, and maintained enterprise computer systems to support corporate sales and profitability.
  • Coordinated technical service projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and enterprise landscape requirements.
  • Developed and implemented standardized administrative procedures to enhance security and system performance.
Technical Services / Desktop Technician
Nov 2010 - Oct 2014
  • Designed and implemented secure VPN network solutions to support remote connectivity for At-Home Agents.
  • Managed enterprise-wide software deployment and asset inventory tracking using Dell Kace.
  • Implemented and integrated new technologies through Google Workspace Services.
  • Provided comprehensive technical support for corporate headquarters and retail store environments.
  • Developed, optimized, and deployed standardized PC system images to ensure uniform hardware configuration and performance.

Education and Certifications

2014
Associate in Applied Science: Computer and Internet Technician
College of Dupage
This degree provided comprehensive training in computer hardware, operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking fundamentals, and foundational IT support skills necessary for troubleshooting and maintaining diverse computing environments.
2013
Intrusion Prevent Systems Specialist Certification
College of Dupage
This certification provided expertise in implementing, configuring, and managing Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). Topics covered included network traffic analysis, signature-based and anomaly-based detection, policy enforcement, and mitigating various types of cyber threats.
2013
CCNA Security
College of Dupage
This certification validates foundational knowledge and skills in network security concepts, including the implementation and management of firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Access Control Lists (ACLs), and overall secure network architecture.
2011
Internetworking Technician Certification
College of Dupage
This certification focused on foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Windows Server environments, covering installation, configuration, management of roles (like Active Directory, DNS, DHCP), and best practices for maintaining server infrastructure.
2010
Certificate of Completion: Computer Information Systems
Technology Center of Dupage
This program provided a comprehensive foundation in computer science principles, including hands-on experience with Visual Basic and game development.

Projects

Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility
Powershell
Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility

Contributed to a widely used open-source Windows optimization and management utility, impacting thousands of users.

  • System Stability: Enhanced core logic by moving installer execution into isolated runspaces to eliminate process blocking and hangs.
  • Resiliency: Implemented advanced exception handling to gracefully manage system errors, improving overall utility uptime.
  • Data Standardization: Implemented JSON-based configurations, effectively decoupling configuration from hard-coded logic.
Github

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