Kevin A. Welsh

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Cloud Computing student at Franklin University with a minor in Artificial Intelligence and an active secret clearance. Experienced in Python and SQL with a focus on building cloud-based and backend solutions using AWS.

Proven leadership background from 8+ years in the U.S Air Force, with strong problem-solving skills, systems operations, and process optimization skills. Currently developing hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, API's, and automation with the goal of transitioning into a Cloud or Backend Engineering role.

PROJECTS

Cloud Resume Challenge (In Progress)

• Deployed a secure static website using AWS S3, CloudFront, and ACM with HTTPS and custom domain configuration. Implemented Origin Access Control(OAC)to restrict direct S3 access and ensure secure content delivery. Automated deployments using a CI/CD pipeline built with GitHub Actions and OIDC authentication, enabling changes pushed to the main branch to automatically sync to S3 and invalidate the CloudFront cache, eliminating manual uploads entirely.
• Designed and deployed a cloud-hosted resume using AWS services (S3, CloudFront, Lambda, DynamoDB)
• Implemented backend visitor counter using serverless architecture
• Configured IAM roles and policies for secure access control

WORK EXPERIENCE

Technical Development & Cloud Training May. 2025 - Present

• Built cloud-based applications using AWS services including S3, IAM, and EC2
• Developed backend scripts and applications using Python for data processing and automation
• Designed and deployed cloud infrastructure as part of hands-on projects (Cloud Resume Challenge in progress)

United States Air Force | Aug. 2016 - May. 2025

Ramp Services Supervisor, Air Transportation Mar. 2023 - May. 2025

• Managed large-scale operational systems at a high volume aerial port, coordinated global cargo workflows, and supported international missions.
• Led and supervised 34 personnel, optimizing processes to move 45,000 tons of cargo annually.
• Trained and developed teams on standardized procedures for cargo operations across commerical and military aircrafts.
• Oversaw lifecyle management and utilization of 31 specialized vehicles values at $31M.
• Monitored Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES) & Global Decision Support System (GDSS) to track, manage, and optimize cargo movement.

Air Terminal Operations Supervisor, Air Transportation Feb. 2022 - Mar. 2023

• Coordinated with international partners to align logistic systems, improving processing efficiencny by 21%.
• Directed operations during a 340% surge in traffic, coordinating across 11 agencies in 29 countries to deliver 28,000 tons of aid.

Cargo Processing Supervisor, Air Transportation Apr. 2019 - Feb. 2022

• Supervised 27 personnel in daily operations while developing training programs that improved team qualification rates by 35% across 19 operational tasks.

EDUCATION

Franklin University | Aug. 2025 - Oct. 2027

B.S, Cloud Computing, Minor in Artificial Intelligence

Community College of the Air Force | 2017-2019

A.S, Transportation

CERTIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Certifications:

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP) | Amazon Web Services | 2026

• Skills:

Python • SQL • Amazon Web Services (AWS) • Linux • Git • Debugging • Backend Development • Cloud Computing • Problem Solving