Bringing over two decades of experience in the IT industry, I have dedicated more than 15 years to leadership roles in management, infrastructure, and operations. As an early adopter and staunch advocate of DevOps tenets, I’ve played a pivotal role in integrating these principles into organizational workflows. Furthermore, I am a proactive promoter of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) as the practical realization of DevOps, prioritizing its application to deliver unparalleled service and value to both businesses and customers.
As a seasoned leader, my core focus is on effective communication. I prioritize listening to customers, partners, and colleagues to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions. With a proactive approach, I engage with my staff to eliminate obstacles hindering productivity and act as a mentor for their professional growth.
Key Achievements:
Proven Track Record: Successfully delivered operations and platform infrastructure for large-scale digital services, including a top 8 US digital media property. System Operation Expertise: Possess a keen eye for system operation details and a curiosity that drives a deep understanding of how systems work. This enables me to identify, solve, and prevent problems from recurring.
Diverse Experience:
Versatility: Thrived in roles as an employee, consultant, and independent contractor. Client Portfolio: Contributed to the success of Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, and U.S. federal and local governments.
Passion for IT:
Continuous Learning: Stay in IT fueled by a love for learning. Mission: Passionate about creating reliable, scalable, and secure solutions for the cloud.
In summary, my leadership philosophy revolves around effective communication, a commitment to understanding and solving problems, and a passion for creating robust solutions in the dynamic IT landscape.
In my personal life, I enjoy running, hiking, reading, and bourbon.
Feel free to connect on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougl) or email (lane.doug@gmail.com).
