AZRE LIYANA BINTI AZLAN

AWS Cloud Career Transition | Cloud Governance | FinOps | Security-Focused Operations
Tanjung Malim, Perak | +601151563886 | azreliyana.az@gmail.com | GitHub: @erzaaz | LinkedIn: /in/azreliyana

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented governance, audit, and compliance professional transitioning into AWS Cloud, bringing experience in audit, taxation, regulatory compliance, financial controls, and risk assessment. AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) with hands-on experience in AWS services including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, networking, and DNS through AWS re/Start and an ongoing DevOps Bootcamp. Strong interest in Cloud Governance, FinOps, and security-focused operations, combining analytical problem-solving, cost awareness, and governance principles to support secure, compliant, and well-managed cloud environments.

Projects

CloudSpend Guardian | Personal Project

GitHub: github.com/erzaaz/CloudSpend-Guardian

  • Developed a cloud cost governance project focused on FinOps principles and AWS cost awareness.
  • Applied Python and GitHub to support cloud cost visibility and operational reporting.
  • Demonstrates understanding of resource accountability, governance, and cost optimization concepts for cloud environments.

DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure Labs | DevOps Bootcamp (In Progress)

May 2026 – Aug 2026

  • Built and managed AWS cloud environments using IAM, EC2, S3, VPC, Subnets, Route Tables, and Security Groups.
  • Performed Linux system administration including filesystem navigation, user and permission management, process monitoring, SSH access, and networking fundamentals.
  • Used Git and GitHub for version control, branching, merge conflict resolution, pull requests, and collaborative workflows.
  • Configured Cloudflare DNS and Pages to understand domain management, web deployment, and secure service accessibility.
  • Applied AWS CLI and Linux command-line tools to manage cloud resources and automate operational tasks.
  • Currently progressing toward Docker, CI/CD, Terraform, Ansible, Prometheus, Grafana, and an end-to-end DevOps Capstone Project.

AWS Cloud Foundations Labs | AWS re/Start

Completed • May 2026

  • Provisioned and managed AWS EC2 and Amazon S3 resources to understand compute, storage, and cloud resource lifecycle management.
  • Configured IAM users, roles, and permissions while applying least-privilege security principles.
  • Created virtual networking using Amazon VPC, subnets, route tables, and security groups.
  • Practiced structured deployment, documentation, troubleshooting, and governance-oriented operational procedures.

Python Automation Exercises | Python Bootcamp

Completed • Mar 2026

  • Developed Python scripts to automate simple data processing and operational tasks.
  • Applied structured validation and logical problem-solving to improve workflow consistency and reduce manual errors.
  • Strengthened programming fundamentals relevant to cloud automation and DevOps workflows.

Experience

Freelance Accountant - Klang Valley Area
2018 - 2026
  • Deliver accounting and client-facing support in a results-oriented, independent work environment.
  • Apply financial tracking and reporting discipline to support decisions and client outcomes.
  • Manage multiple priorities with ownership, adaptability, and clear communication.
Audit Associate - UHY Chartered Accountants, Mid Valley City
2018 - 2018
  • Prepared audit working papers using CCH Engagement software for end-to-end audit cycles.
  • Prepared and finalized audit reports for property development and manufacturing clients.
  • Strengthened governance practices through recurring audit engagement seminars.
Audit Associate - Muhibbin Associates Sdn. Bhd., Shah Alam
2016 - 2018
  • Prepared audit working papers manually and via AXP Audit Express; finalized audit reports.
  • Co-reviewed audit papers and tax computations to ensure statutory compliance.
  • Prepared full sets of SME accounts including GST via UBS software.
  • Prepared tax computations manually and using Superior TaxComp.
  • Supervised practical trainees and monitored quality of deliverables.
Practical Trainee - Wan Nadzir & Co., Shah Alam
2013 - 2014
  • Prepared detailed reports on audit findings using structured templates.
  • Reviewed financial data across assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses.
  • Supported standards checks against Companies Act and MASB requirements.
Research Assistant - Accounting Research Institute, UiTM Shah Alam
2011 - 2012
  • Performed account computations and project data preparation.
  • Ran descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses using software tools.
  • Supported reporting, manuscript, and presentation preparation.

Skills

  • Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS EC2, S3, VPC, Subnets, DNS
  • DevOps & Platform: Git, GitHub, Linux (CLI)
  • Programming: Python (Bootcamp level)
  • Governance & Compliance: Audit documentation, statutory review, control checks, risk-based analysis
  • FinOps Mindset: Cost control, variance analysis, budget awareness, resource accountability
  • Security Mindset: Access discipline, policy adherence, evidence tracking
  • Business Tools: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SPSS, UBS, MYOB, Superior TaxComp, AXP Audit Express, CCH Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, UiTM Shah Alam (2011 - 2014), CGPA: 3.35
Diploma in Accountancy, UiTM Puncak Perdana (2009 - 2011), CGPA: 3.86
MARA Junior Science College Pontian, Johor (2005 - 2009), SPM: 10A's, PMR: 8A's