Aleksandr Vasilyev

IT Leader. Engineer. Builder. Open Source Advocate.

About Me

Senior technology leader with 20+ years of experience driving automation, infrastructure resilience, and cross-platform integration across enterprise environments.

I started my career in the trenches — server/database/network administration and troubleshooting complex Linux/Windows systems — and grew into a strategic management role where I lead high-performing teams and shape technical direction.

Today, I combine deep technical credibility with operational foresight to deliver scalable, secure, and future-proof solutions. I'm passionate about aligning technology with business outcomes, mentoring engineers, and building cultures that value clarity, accountability, and innovation.

I currently lead infrastructure and automation initiatives from Holly Springs, NC, and am focused on expanding into executive leadership. My goal is to amplify impact through vision, strategy, and systems thinking — whether that's through enterprise transformation or open-source collaboration.

I'm also the creator of Netureon, a Python-based network monitoring and profiling tool that reflects my commitment to hands-on innovation and AI integration.

Known for being methodical, persistent, and forward-thinking, I bring a strategic mindset and a bias for action to every challenge. I believe great systems — and great teams — are built with intention, adaptability, and a clear sense of purpose.

Skills

🛠️ Technical Skills

🔧 Programming & Scripting

  • Python (automation, network monitoring, system integration)
  • PowerShell (Windows automation, service management)
  • Bash/Shell scripting (Linux workflows, cron jobs)
  • Perl, JavaScript, VBScript

🖥️ Infrastructure & Systems

  • Linux, Windows, UNIX system administration
  • Citrix farm architecture & access control
  • Active Directory, DNS, LDAP, NIS

🗄️ Database & Storage

  • PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, IBM DB2
  • Schema design, triggers, performance tuning
  • Backup systems & storage architecture

🌐 Networking & Security

  • Network profiling, device fingerprinting, real-time alerting
  • Firewall management, intrusion detection
  • Secure vendor access, ACL management
  • Information Security Officer responsibilities

⚙️ DevOps & Automation

  • CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code
  • Jenkins, TeamCity, Microsoft TFS
  • Ansible, Puppet, Terraform
  • Monitoring: Splunk, AppDynamics, Geneos, Prometheus, BigPanda

☁️ Cloud & Virtualization

  • AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, OpenShift
  • Docker, Kubernetes, VMware, Citrix
  • Cloud migration & cost optimization

🧪 Testing & SDLC Tools

  • Selenium, ALM, Performance Center, LeanFT
  • Rational Integration Tester, ALM Octane, Mobile Center
  • Atlassian suite (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)
  • JFrog Artifactory, Sonatype Nexus, SonarQube

🧰 Development & Integration

  • Software lifecycle management
  • Application design, deployment, and ownership
  • Web servers: Apache, Nginx, IIS

📊 Governance & Reporting

  • KPI monitoring, SLA design, escalation processes
  • ServiceNow ITSM
  • IT governance, audit management, compliance controls
  • Budgeting, cost reduction, vendor relations

🤝 Soft Skills

🧭 Leadership & Strategy

  • Senior management experience across global teams
  • Strategic planning, process ownership, execution
  • Cross-functional collaboration & stakeholder alignment
  • Product ownership, release management, domain architecture

📣 Communication & Influence

  • Technical writing, documentation, onboarding guides
  • Executive reporting (CIO-level presentations)
  • Vendor/client relationship management
  • Conflict resolution & decision-making

🧠 Problem Solving & Innovation

  • Root cause analysis, incident/problem management
  • Systems thinking & future-proofing
  • Innovation in self-service tools & automation frameworks

🧍 Personal Traits

  • Methodical, persistent, and forward-thinking
  • Strategic mindset with a bias for action
  • Collaborative, clarity-driven, invested in team success
  • Passionate about open-source, continuous improvement, mentoring

Featured Project

Netureon is a Python-based network monitoring and security tool designed for real-time device detection, profiling, and alerting. Built to deepen expertise in automation and AI integration, it provides comprehensive network visibility with intelligent analysis capabilities.

Technologies Used:

Python Flask PostgreSQL systemd PowerShell

Key Features:

  • Real-time network device discovery and monitoring
  • Intelligent device profiling and categorization
  • Cross-platform alerting and notification system
  • Comprehensive logging and historical analysis

Get In Touch

Interested in collaborating or discussing technology? I'd love to hear from you.