Linux Bash and PowerShell, Experience working with certificates and keys, Basic database concepts, Infrastructure design and implementation, Cloud automation and platform engineering, Technical debt management and continuous improvement, Kubernetes and Docker, Basic understanding of cloud platforms, Cybersecurity best practices and secure infrastructure delivery, Experience with CI CD tools such as Jenkins GitLab or equivalent platforms, Knowledge of network protocols TCP IP routing switching and security, Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code IaC tools like Terraform or Ansible, Knowledge of encryption firewalls and access control