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Ryan Parkyn

Developmental Operations Consultant at R. Parkyn Consulting

I am a Devops and Linux Guru with years of experience, and a true passion for what I do. My work helps other people do their jobs faster, and better. I build and provide tools, processes, training, and analysis to help make the most of your technology.

What do I do?

Nomad
Nomad

Deployment and management of Nomad for client and internal infrastructure.
Docker
Docker

Scaled deployments and management via Nomad.
Proxmox
Proxmox

Extensive work building bare-metal datacentre clouds for enterprise. I also have experience with soho/retail and residential applications (e.g. household servers).
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing

AWS (boto and Terraform), DigitalOcean, RackSpace
Terraform / OpenTofu
Terraform / OpenTofu

AWS (boto and Terraform), DigitalOcean, RackSpace
Prometheus
Prometheus

Prometheus and Alertmanager driven metrics and alerts are the smartest way to stay on top of everything from net traffic to sales figures to coffee-machine operation (seriously).
Linux
Linux

Linux Guru. Administration and operation, as well as cross-experience with most derivatives, flavours, and relatives (e.g. MacOS BSD, FreeBSD, AIX (yikes!).
PCI Audits

I’ve survived and passed PCI before, and I can help your business do the same. Everything from simple questions to hands-on management.
Cost Centre Reduction

Performance-driven cost reductions on common overheads like web traffic, hosting, and cloud.
Startup Boost

New and growing businesses frequently need (or can benefit from) advice on how to grow their infrastructure without overspending. I have experience on most aspects of a digital presence, and I understand the power of value multiplication from low-level changes to things like hosting. I can help manage or even automate on-site gear such as wifi routers and security devices.
Contracting

Plain and simple. I’m able to communicate effectively with contractors and suppliers to get what you’re expecting.
Business Consulting

Advice on new hardware, transitions, and migrations. Cost centre examinations of hosting, bandwidth, intersite connection and metal-to-cloud transactions. As well, I can assist with demarc, installation, subscription, and on-site hardware such as firewalls and wifi coverage. Automation, Terraform, and version control bootstraps are also available.
Git
Git

Huge GitLab fanboi. Most of my work ends up in GitLab, which gives customers control and ownership of the code they pay for. I have a good grip on the CI/CD process for GitLab, as well. Version control is essential for good IT hygiene.
Python
Python

Python scripted systems and data management. Intermediate Python cli dev.
Go
Go

Management of Go-based software (such as Hugo, and Terraform)
Datacentre Engagement

Thinking about moving to private metal? Let’s talk.

Things I've Done (and occasionally regretted)

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Arts Management Systems Ltd.

March 2019 - Present

Calgary, Canada

Arts Management Systems Ltd. (Artsman) is a leading company in theatre management and venue management software.

Chief Technologist

March 2019 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • OMNIS
  • Global infrastructure and bare metal DC environments
  • Automation and testing
  • SLA management
Simeio Solutions - Govt of Alberta 'My Digital ID' Project

2016 - 2019

Alberta, Canada

Simeo is a leading company in the Identity Management realm, deploying ForgeRock and bespoke IDM and PAM systems globally.

Senior Devops Consultant

2016 - 2019

Responsibilities:
  • Development and maintenance of the ‘My Alberta ID’ project
  • Documentation and communication
  • Training of new talent
  • ForgeRock
  • Security stakeholder
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Ryan Parkyn Consulting

February 2014 - Present

Calgary, Canada

RPC provides services and advice to small, medium, and large companies. Everything from receipt printers to ransomware.

Principal

February 2014 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • General IT consulting
  • Security / IP cameras
  • Third‑party systems administration
  • Structured Cabling
  • Email / Webspace
  • Managed cloud hosting
Hitachi-ID Systems

May 2008 - February 2014

Calgary, Canada

HIDS developed some of the first (and best) software in the IDM and Privilege Management spaces.

Senior Virtualization Architect

June 2012 - February 2014

Responsibilities:
  • Developed the first AWS-deployable versions of HIDS products
  • Online development and training of partners, clients, and users
  • Small project management
Senior Technical Analyst

May 2008 - February 2014

Responsibilities:
  • 0-tier helpdesk
  • Complex multivariant troubleshooting
  • Complex client communication
  • Development and integration in several languages
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Education
SAIT Polytechnic
2007
Telecommunications
NAIT Polytechnic
2002
Computer Systems Administration

Organizations

Chestermere and Area Pride Society ("CAPS" or "CAP Society")
Director (Brand, Technology) 2024 - Present

CAPS is the local 2SLGBTQI+ community group for Chestermere and surrounding areas. We provide resources and family-inclusive activities for everyone and anyone.

non-profit
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