DevSecOps Engineer with extensive experience in system administration, hardware/software support, and testing. Proficient in both Linux and Windows environments, with a proven ability to troubleshoot, automate, and implement end-to-end solutions. Experienced in leading DevSecOps toolchain operations, Kubernetes cluster management, and AWS GovCloud infrastructure automation. AWS Solutions Architect certified with a BSME from University of Missouri - St. Louis / Washington University joint program. Seven-year expatriate background with fluency in English, German, and Bosnian.
Led end-to-end deployment of a DevSecOps toolchain on AWS EKS at Boeing. Implemented OKTA SSO/SAML, LDAPS, and GitOps with Flux. Reduced platform downtime by 50% through automated Helm-based rollouts and RKE2 cluster hardening.
Spearheaded enterprise-wide CVE scanning using Aqua Security and NeuVector. Authored hardened Dockerfiles for MathWorks and other enterprise products, establishing a repeatable image-hardening pipeline integrated into GitLab CI.
Developed and automated AWS GovCloud infrastructure using Terraform (IaC) and Ansible (CaC) to support secure toolchain deployments on EKS. Enabled repeatable, auditable provisioning across classified and unclassified environments.
Implemented GitOps workflows using Flux CD to automate Kubernetes deployments from Git. Reduced deployment cycle time by 25% and eliminated manual kubectl operations across staging and production clusters.
Implemented FlexLM as a centralized floating-license service for enterprise software. Configured vendor daemons, managed user access via options files, and containerized the service for consistent deployment across environments.
Beyond the terminal — what drives me outside of work.
A deep passion for world history — particularly military history, the Ottoman and Byzantine empires, and the geopolitical forces that shaped the modern Balkans. Enjoys reading primary sources, historical biographies, and documentaries that explore how civilizations rise, fall, and transform.
Passionate about music production and sound design, blending electronic and organic elements to craft original tracks. Draws parallels between building a software pipeline and arranging a mix — both require precision, creativity, and an ear for detail.
A dedicated cinephile with a love for film across genres and eras. Drawn to thought-provoking narratives, historical epics, and foreign cinema. Appreciates the craft behind cinematography, score composition, and storytelling — and enjoys dissecting what makes a film resonate long after the credits roll.
Open to new opportunities. Feel free to reach out.
