Objective 2
2. Develop cloud solutions emphasizing the benefits of remote infrastructure.
Project 1 - Server Infrastructure Plan - Mid Size Business
Summary -
In this assignment, I developed a hybrid infrastructure plan for HealthCo, a mid-sized business, by integrating both on-premises and cloud services to meet their operational needs, which include file storage, email, web hosting, and database management. I selected Amazon Web Services (AWS) as the primary cloud provider and configured various services such as Amazon S3, SES, EC2, Elastic Load Balancer, and RDS. For the on-premises component, I chose a Dell PowerEdge server to manage Active Directory. The plan emphasizes scalability, redundancy, and HIPAA-compliant security by utilizing encryption, IAM policies, multi-AZ deployments, and automated backups. Additionally, I integrated AWS Direct Connect to establish a secure and reliable connection between local and cloud resources.
Why This Project Meets Objective 2 -
This project demonstrates my ability to design cloud-based infrastructure solutions that are scalable, secure, and tailored to the specific operational needs of a business. I showcased a deep understanding of cloud tools and services by leveraging various AWS features, including EC2 Auto Scaling, S3 versioning, RDS multi-AZ deployments, and IAM for role-based access. I explained how these features enhance performance, security, and availability, directly supporting remote and cloud-enabled operations. This aligns with Objective 2 by illustrating how cloud solutions can optimize modern business infrastructure.
Class - NTW:275 - Network Infrastructure Design
Professor - Sarah Bunce
Assignment - Assignment 4.1 : Creating a Server Infrastructure Plan for a Mid-Sized Business
Project 2 - Disaster Recovery Plan - Shoe Inc.
Class - NTS:336 - Cloud Security
Professor - Aaron Jones
Assignment - Assignment: Designing a Disaster Recovery Plan
Summary -
In this project, I developed a detailed Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) for a cloud-based company, Shoe Inc., using exclusively AWS services. I examined the advantages and disadvantages of on-premises, cloud, and hybrid solutions before creating a comprehensive cloud-first disaster recovery architecture. My design incorporates AWS Backup, S3 Cross-Region Replication, AWS Global Accelerator, Auto Scaling, and GuardDuty for real-time threat protection. Additionally, I included a Business Impact Analysis (BIA), conducted risk assessments, defined clear Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs), and outlined strategies for testing and employee training. Throughout the report, I emphasized the importance of resilience, availability, and rapid recovery by utilizing redundant AWS resources distributed across multiple regions.
Why This Project Meets Objective 2 -
I demonstrated how cloud services can create resilient, scalable, and globally accessible infrastructure to protect against disasters. I explained the roles of AWS services, their configuration details, and how they specifically enhance business continuity and disaster recovery. I utilized AWS Direct Connect, Cross-Region Replication, Global Accelerator, and CloudTrail to highlight the benefits of cloud computing, including improved remote access, redundancy, rapid recovery, and scalability. This project perfectly aligns with Objective 2 by showcasing cloud-first thinking and effective remote infrastructure planning for business resiliency.