Clayton Thompson

About Clayton Thompson

Experienced Cloud Software Analyst with strong experience in automating and scaling enterprise cloud environments. Skilled in IaC, IaaS, and Azure DevOps, with a focus on high-availability, secure, and cost-efficient systems. Proven in leading cloud transitions, designing architecture for executive stakeholders, and reducing manual effort and errors through automation. Proficient in Azure, PowerShell, Python, and SQL, with a strong commitment to improving efficiency and reliability through technology.

Experience

1. Senior Cloud Analyst

   Manhattan Associates

   Jan 2023 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Lead cloud and platform initiatives focused on automating, scaling, and securing enterprise-grade Azure environments supporting 80+ customers across 180+ environments. Design and operate high-availability, cost-efficient infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC) and Azure DevOps pipelines. Partner closely with executive stakeholders, clients, and cross-functional teams to drive cloud transitions, improve reliability, enforce security and compliance, and optimize cost. Drive automation that significantly reduces manual work, lowers cloud costs, and improves operational consistency. Mentor team members and lead training to elevate team capability while collaborating with global teams in APAC, EMEA, and India.

Education

• Georgia Southern University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Georgia Southern University

  Information Technology, Network and System Administration/Administrator

  2020

Skills

• Wordpress
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Indesign
• Adobe Design Programs
• Customer Service
• Freenas
• Video Production
• Html
• Strategic Planning
• After Effects
• Hootsuite
• Photoshop
• Project Management
• Social Media Marketing
• Vmware
• Tricaster
• Post Production
• Leadership
• Video Editing
• Premiere
• Illustrator
• Social Media
• Powtoon
• Final Cut Pro
• Audio Mixing
• Video Games
• Photography