Automation Expert
Leveraging cutting-edge tools and cloud technologies to automate complex IT workflows, streamline compliance processes, and drive operational efficiency.
Sai Pavan Marlakunta
DevOps/Automation & Cloud-Native Expertise
With a deep understanding of automation, cloud-native development, and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles, I have helped organizations streamline workflows and enhance their overall productivity. Whether it’s implementing automated testing, deploying cloud-native applications, or managing infrastructure, I focus on driving efficiency and reducing human error
Open-Source Contributions
As a passionate advocate for open-source development and security compliance automation, I've contributed to high-impact projects like MITRE’s Vulcan.
Contributed to the development of Vulcan, an open-source STIG development platform, enhancing it with OIDC integration, Slack/SMTP communication, and simplifying the DISA STIG submission process.
STIG Development
Improved the DISA STIG submission process through automation, ensuring timely compliance.
Streamlined the STIG development process for technologies like AL2/AL2022, Windows Server 2022, and Jenkins, collaborating with experts to automate STIG creation, deployment, and remediation for VMware products. Integrated STIG compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines, reducing manual intervention and speeding up the compliance verification process.
Common Criteria & NIAP Automation Expertise
I’ve developed tools for verifying Security Functional Requirements (SFRs) for Common Criteria (CC) and NIAP certifications, streamlining compliance for VMware ESXi 8U3 and NSX 4.x. These efforts empower Security Compliance Engineers to quickly identify deviations and ensure scalability. By integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines, I’ve enabled continuous compliance while minimizing human error during audits.
Key Skills & Expertise
With years of hands-on experience, I specialize in driving automation, cloud-native development, and ensuring security compliance across complex IT infrastructures.
