Yaakov Yehezkel is a seasoned Senior DevOps Engineer at Aetna, a CVS Health Company, where he leverages over six years of extensive experience in software development and DevOps practices. With a solid educational foundation in Computer Science and Management from The Academic College of Tel-Aviv,...
Yaakov Yehezkel is a seasoned Senior DevOps Engineer at Aetna, a CVS Health Company, where he leverages over six years of extensive experience in software development and DevOps practices. With a solid educational foundation in Computer Science and Management from The Academic College of Tel-Aviv, Yaffo, Yaakov has cultivated a robust skill set that encompasses Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) methodologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and container orchestration with Kubernetes. His proficiency in cloud services, particularly within the AWS ecosystem, allows him to architect scalable and resilient solutions that meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry.
In his current role, Yaakov is an integral part of a dynamic team of seven senior-level DevOps engineers, where he actively contributes to the design and implementation of cutting-edge technologies. His hands-on experience with tools such as CircleCI, Sumo Logic, and Jenkins has enabled him to streamline deployment pipelines and enhance system observability. Additionally, Yaakov is adept at utilizing Open Policy Agent (OPA) for policy enforcement and governance, ensuring that Aetna's infrastructure remains secure and compliant.
Yaakov's expertise extends beyond technical skills; he is also passionate about fostering collaboration within cross-functional teams to drive innovation and efficiency. His background in programming languages like Python, C#, and Bash, combined with a strong understanding of system architecture and firewalls, positions him as a valuable resource in tackling complex challenges. As he continues to explore emerging technologies and best practices in the DevOps landscape, Yaakov is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that enhance operational performance and contribute to Aetna's mission of improving healthcare delivery.
