After a career built on operational discipline in public service, Dolapo Olodan is now designing the invisible infrastructure that keeps applications running — one Terraform plan, one pipeline, one dashboard at a time.
An automated deployment pipeline that builds Docker images, runs validation checks, and deploys applications to AWS EC2 using GitHub Actions — demonstrating CI/CD principles, automation, and repeatable deployments.
Cloud infrastructure provisioned entirely through Terraform — networking, compute, storage, and security resources defined as code, giving reproducible deployments and full version control over infrastructure.
A Linux homelab built to strengthen system administration skills, practise Bash scripting, automate routine tasks, and simulate real server environments using virtual machines.
Infrastructure monitoring built with Grafana and Prometheus to visualise server performance, resource utilisation, and application health — with hands-on experiments in alerting and incident response.
My interest in technology extends beyond servers and cloud platforms. I’m fascinated by how well-designed systems — whether in technology, public services, logistics, or national infrastructure — can improve efficiency, reduce risk, and create lasting impact.
Before transitioning into DevOps, I built a progressive career within HM Prison & Probation Service. I began as a Case Administrator, where I managed sensitive information, coordinated complex casework, and supported offender management in a highly regulated environment. I then progressed to a Probation Service Officer, managing a caseload of individuals with complex needs and risk factors — a role that strengthened my ability to assess risk, make evidence-based decisions, balance competing priorities, and remain composed when public safety and professional judgement were critical.
Most recently, I moved into a Senior Administrative Officer (Performance) role, combining operational leadership with performance management — monitoring service performance, analysing operational data, improving administrative processes, and supporting teams in delivering high-quality outcomes.
These experiences have shaped the engineer I am becoming. They taught me that the strongest systems are reliable, secure, measurable, and designed with people in mind. Whether building cloud infrastructure, automating deployments, or improving operational workflows, I approach every challenge with a focus on risk management, continuous improvement, accountability, and long-term resilience. I believe the same principles that underpin resilient cloud infrastructure — planning, automation, security, scalability, and observability — also underpin successful organisations and thriving societies.