EEddington.Tech

Hunter Eddington

Identity and Access Management Engineer II

White Oak, TX | hunter@eddington.tech | linkedin.com/in/hunter-e-578660371 | github.com/Nerdykidtech

Professional Summary

IAM Engineer with 11 years of hands-on experience in systems administration, cloud operations, and identity management. Currently designing enterprise-scale identity governance workflows and zero trust architectures at American Specialty Health. Track record includes reducing deployment times by 40%, automating 60% of manual IT tasks, and maintaining 99.9% uptime across critical systems. Strong background in Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, PowerShell automation, and cross-platform infrastructure management.

Technical Skills

Identity and Access Management: IAM, Identity Governance, Zero Trust Architecture, Azure Active Directory, Conditional Access, Privileged Access Management, Cloud Security

Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure, Azure Bicep, Azure Resource Manager, Infrastructure as Code

Systems Administration: Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Active Directory, Group Policy, Exchange, DNS, DHCP

Scripting and Automation: PowerShell, Bash, Azure Automation, automated deployment pipelines

Networking: TCP/IP, VPN, Firewall Management, Network Security, Router and Switch Configuration

Tools: SIEM, Vulnerability Management, Compliance Frameworks, Incident Response, Backup and Disaster Recovery

Professional Experience

American Specialty Health | Remote

Full-time | September 2022 – Present (5 years 1 month)

Identity and Access Management Engineer II | March 2026 – Present

  • Design and implement enterprise-scale identity governance workflows for 5,000+ user organization
  • Architect zero trust security components and cloud automation solutions using Azure AD
  • Develop internal security documentation and threat analysis procedures
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to harden cloud infrastructure across multi-provider environments

System Engineer I | July 2025 – March 2026

  • Engineered system solutions supporting enterprise infrastructure with focus on scalability
  • Automated deployment processes and system configurations using PowerShell and Azure DevOps
  • Collaborated with security teams to implement compliance controls and audit requirements

System Administrator II – Cloud Operations | September 2022 – July 2025

  • Architected and deployed scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure Cloud platform
  • Optimized cloud infrastructure for performance and cost efficiency across 50+ virtual machines
  • Implemented Infrastructure as Code using Azure Bicep templates, reducing deployment time by 40%
  • Managed Azure resources including VMs, networking, storage, and security configurations
  • Maintained 99.9% system uptime across critical business systems through proactive monitoring

System Administrator I | July 2021 – September 2022

  • Administered Windows Server environments and Active Directory for 500+ endpoints
  • Managed group policies, user accounts, and access controls across multiple domains
  • Provided Tier 2/3 support for infrastructure issues with average resolution time under 2 hours
  • Implemented backup and disaster recovery solutions with successful quarterly testing

At Home Healthcare | Tyler, TX

Full-time | March 2017 – August 2021 (4 years 6 months)

Information System Specialist II

  • Managed and maintained enterprise systems including Windows 10 and Windows Servers
  • Administered Active Directory, Exchange, and domain infrastructure for 200+ users
  • Implemented Azure cloud solutions for backup and disaster recovery
  • Developed PowerShell scripts to automate user provisioning and system maintenance
  • Reduced manual IT tasks by 60% through automation initiatives and workflow optimization
  • Served as primary escalation point for complex technical issues and system failures

Drug and Alcohol Testing Compliance Services | Longview, TX

Full-time | February 2015 – March 2017 (2 years 2 months)

Computer Systems and Network Administrator

  • Provided system and network administration for servers and infrastructure supporting 100+ employees
  • Managed Windows Server environments and network security across three office locations
  • Configured and maintained routers, switches, and firewalls for secure connectivity
  • Implemented backup and disaster recovery solutions with offsite replication
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance for sensitive data handling and regulatory requirements

SHATTERED ER LLC | Longview, TX

Full-time | August 2013 – February 2015 (1 year 7 months)

Computer Repair Technician

  • Resolved complex technical issues including virus removal and malware remediation
  • Performed software and hardware installations, upgrades, and repairs for residential and business clients
  • Managed warranty repairs and vendor relationships with Dell, HP, and Lenovo
  • Maintained detailed service records and documentation in ticketing system
  • Achieved 95% first-call resolution rate with high customer satisfaction ratings

Projects

Autheris – iOS 2FA Token Manager | github.com/Nerdykidtech/Autheris

  • Built privacy-focused TOTP generator using SwiftUI and secure enclave storage
  • Published on App Store with zero cloud dependencies or tracking

Security Blog Automation Pipeline | Eddington.Tech

  • Developed Python pipeline monitoring RSS feeds and auto-publishing to LinkedIn
  • Self-hosted infrastructure with cron scheduling and duplicate detection

Education

  • Self-Directed Technical Education with focus on hands-on projects and industry research
  • Specialized training in Azure cloud services, identity management, and security frameworks
  • Active GitHub contributor with focus on security tools and automation
  • Regularly publish security content on IAM hardening, threat analysis, and practical security guides