Chris Malafis
NAPS Technology Practice Technical Lead for OpenShift Virtualization at Red Hat | Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Chris Malafis is a seasoned enterprise architect with over a decade of experience in security and system architecture, currently serving as an Architect within the Public Sector team at Red Hat Consulting. His expertise lies in leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Kubernetes/OpenShift, Red Hat Identity Management, and Ceph Storage to deliver innovative solutions tailored for the unique challenges faced by federal government agencies. Chris’s role involves not only architecting robust and secure environments but also guiding clients through the complexities of DevOps practices, ensuring seamless integration of security throughout the development lifecycle—a key principle of DevSecOps.
In his current position, Chris is instrumental in driving key projects that enhance operational efficiency and security posture for government clients. He employs Agile methodologies to foster collaboration and adaptability, ensuring that solutions are not only effective but also responsive to the evolving needs of the public sector. His proficiency in tools like Ansible and GitLab facilitates the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), enabling automated deployments and continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines that streamline processes and reduce time to market.
Recognized for his critical thinking and innovative approach, Chris has successfully navigated complex environments, including those governed by U.S. Department of Defense standards. His deep understanding of identity management, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and hardware security modules (HSM) positions him as a trusted advisor in developing secure architectures that protect sensitive data. As a Red Hat Certified Architect, Chris remains committed to fostering a culture of security and excellence, ensuring that his clients not only meet compliance requirements but also achieve their strategic objectives in an increasingly digital landscape.
NAPS Technology Practice Technical Lead for OpenShift Virtualization at Red Hat in March 2025 to Present
Senior Architect at Red Hat in July 2021 to April 2025
Architect at Red Hat in June 2019 to April 2025
Senior Consultant at Red Hat in May 2017 to June 2019
PKI Engineer at Defense information system Agency in May 2015 to May 2017
DoD Enterprise Email (DEE) Engineer at Defense information system Agency in April 2012 to May 2015
Host Based Security System (HBSS) Engineer at DISA in May 2010 to September 2011
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Stony Brook University, Bachelor's degree, November 2026
SUNY Stony Brook, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), November 2026
Kings Park High School, November 2026
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Agile Methodologies
Strategic Communications
Strategic Roadmaps
Presales
Systems Design
Git
C++
Java
Strategic Planning
Critical Thinking
Containerization
Kubernetes
DevSecOps
Gitlab
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Argo
Computer Security
Red Hat Linux
PKI
Network Security
Information Assurance
Information Security
Program Management
CISSP
Enterprise Architecture
Security
System Administration
DoD
Cloud Computing
Integration
U.S. Department of Defense
Systems Engineering
Information Technology
Vulnerability Assessment
Enterprise Software
Microsoft Exchange
Linux
Email Strategy
Email Hosting
HBSS
HSM
Bash
Consulting
Python (Programming Language)
DevOps
containers
Openshift
Ansible
Computer Science
High Availability
System Architecture
Algorithms
Infrastructure as code (IaC)
Google Kubernetes Engine
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Email Chris Malafis at [email protected] and [email protected]. This email is the most updated Chris Malafis's email found in 2026.
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Chris Malafis phone number is 6318271571.
How to contact Chris Malafis?
To contact Chris Malafis send an email to [email protected] or [email protected]. If you want to call Chris Malafis try calling on 6318271571. (updated on August 27, 2024)
What company does Chris Malafis work for?
Chris Malafis works for Red Hat
What is Chris Malafis's role at Red Hat?
Chris Malafis is NAPS Technology Practice Technical Lead for OpenShift Virtualization
What industry does Chris Malafis work in?
Chris Malafis works in the Information Technology & Services industry.
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