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)

• 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