• Designed and implemented enterprise-scale Azure landing zones aligned with the Azure Cloud Adoption Framework, establishing secure and scalable foundations for global cloud platforms

• Led the architecture and evolution of end-to-end Azure cloud environments, covering infrastructure, networking, identity, security, automation and cloud-native services supporting enterprise workloads

• Architected hybrid cloud platforms integrating on-premises infrastructure with Microsoft Azure, enabling high availability, secure connectivity and scalable enterprise environments

• Led large-scale cloud migration and modernization initiatives, successfully transitioning on-premises workloads to Azure while improving performance, resilience and operational efficiency

• Successfully integrated IT infrastructures during four corporate acquisitions, designing migration and integration strategies to ensure seamless platform consolidation with minimal business disruption

• Managed and supported enterprise infrastructures exceeding 1,000+ servers, ensuring reliability, performance and operational stability for large-scale environments

• Established cloud governance, security and operational standards, implementing best practices across identity, networking, monitoring, disaster recovery and cost optimization

• Designed and implemented cloud-native and containerized platforms using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) supporting modern microservices architectures

• Provided technical leadership across global cloud teams, defining architecture standards and guiding engineering and DevOps teams in the delivery of scalable cloud platforms

Cloud Platforms

• Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, Hybrid Cloud, Multi-Cloud Architectures

Cloud Architecture

• Enterprise Cloud Architecture, End-to-End Cloud Solutions, Azure Landing Zones, Cloud Adoption Framework, Well-Architected Framework

Infrastructure, Systems & Virtualization

• Wintel Infrastructure, Linux, Enterprise Infrastructure Platforms, Hybrid Infrastructure, Hyper-V & VMware

Networking

• Hybrid Networking, Azure Networking, VPN, Hub-Spoke Architecture, Private Endpoints, Load Balancing, Network Security, Azure Firewall, BGP

Security & Identity

• Zero Trust, Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Conditional Access, Identity Governance, Microsoft Defender Security Suite

Containers & DevOps

• AKS, Kubernetes, Microservices Architectures, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Bicep), CI/CD Pipelines, Automation

Data Platforms

• SQL Server (IaaS & PaaS), Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, Data Platform Architectures

Monitoring & Operations

• Azure Monitor, Observability, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity

AI & Modern Cloud Services

• Azure AI Services, AI-enabled Cloud Platforms, Intelligent Automation

Cloud Governance & Strategy

• Cloud Governance, Cloud Operating Models, Platform Governance, Cost Optimization, Enterprise Cloud Strategy

Collaboration Platforms

• Microsoft 365, Purview, Exchange Online, Intune, SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform

• Enterprise Cloud Architecture

• Azure Landing Zones & Platform Architecture

• Hybrid Cloud & Multi-Cloud Architectures

• Cloud Governance & Security Architecture

• Cloud Migration & Modernization Strategies

• High Availability & Disaster Recovery Architectures

• Cloud Networking & Identity Architectures

• Container Platforms & Cloud-Native Architectures

• Enterprise Infrastructure Platforms

• Technical Leadership & Cloud Strategy

IT Cloud Tech Lead / Principal Cloud Architect (2022 - 2026)

Lead Cloud Architect responsible for designing, evolving and operating global Azure cloud platforms and hybrid infrastructure supporting enterprise workloads across multiple regions. Leading a distributed team of cloud architects and engineers while defining architectural standards, cloud governance models and best practices across Azure, hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Cloud Program & Technical Leadership

• Led end-to-end delivery of enterprise cloud initiatives, including platform implementations, hybrid architectures, large-scale migrations and cloud modernization programs.

• Coordinated cross-functional teams across Cloud, DevOps, Infrastructure, Security and Software Engineering, ensuring successful delivery of complex cloud platforms and enterprise workloads.

• Acted as technical authority and architectural lead, translating business and technical requirements into scalable cloud architectures and implementation roadmaps.

• Oversaw the full lifecycle of cloud projects, from architecture design and planning through implementation, validation and production rollout.

• Drove cloud adoption and platform evolution initiatives, enabling organizations to modernize infrastructure and migrate workloads to Azure and hybrid environments.

• Ensured alignment between architecture strategy, engineering execution and operational excellence, delivering secure, resilient and scalable cloud platforms.

Enterprise Cloud Architecture

• Architected and led end-to-end Azure cloud platforms supporting global enterprise workloads across multiple regions.

• Designed enterprise-scale Azure architectures ensuring scalability, security and operational resilience.

• Defined cloud platform architecture standards for infrastructure, networking, identity, security and cloud-native services.

• Ensured architectures aligned with Well-Architected Framework principles, focusing on reliability, security, performance and cost optimization.

Cloud Transformation & Migrations

• Led large-scale cloud migration and modernization initiatives, including on-premises to Azure and cloud-to-cloud migrations.

• Successfully led integration and migration of IT platforms during four corporate acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal operational disruption.

Multi-Cloud Architecture

• Architectural oversight of workloads deployed across Microsoft Azure, AWS and Google Cloud Platform, ensuring consistent governance, security and operational standards.

Full architectural ownership of the Azure ecosystem including:

• Azure IaaS, PaaS and SaaS services

• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for containerized microservices

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automated cloud provisioning

• Networking architectures (hub-and-spoke architectures, hybrid connectivity, secure networking)

• Identity architecture with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)

• Cloud security architecture and governance

• Monitoring and observability platforms using Azure Monitor & Log Analytics

Hybrid Infrastructure & Enterprise Platforms

• Architecture and management of hybrid infrastructures integrating Azure with on-premises environments.

• Global virtualization platforms based on Microsoft Hyper-V and VMware.

• Management of Wintel infrastructure and enterprise core services.

• Database platforms including SQL Server (IaaS & PaaS), Cosmos DB and PostgreSQL.

Technical authority across the full Microsoft 365 ecosystem:

• Exchange Online

• Microsoft Purview (Data Governance, Compliance & DLP)

• Intune & device management

• SharePoint and Microsoft Teams

• Power Platform (Power BI, Fabric, Power Automate, Power Apps)

Security & Identity Architecture

• Design and governance of hybrid identity and security architectures across cloud and on-premises environments.

• Protection of identities, devices, applications and data using modern cloud security practices.

Business Continuity & Resilience

• Architecture and implementation of enterprise disaster recovery and business continuity strategies using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery (ASR).

IT Cloud Architect (2021 - 2022)

Joined admgroup as a Cloud Architect, leading enterprise cloud transformation initiatives and later promoted to IT Cloud Tech Lead in recognition of strong technical leadership and delivery across complex cloud programs.

Key Responsibilities & Contributions

• Led large-scale on-premises to Azure cloud migration programs, modernizing enterprise infrastructure and applications

• Designed and implemented hybrid and cloud-native architectures across infrastructure, identity and application platforms

• Architected and deployed enterprise security frameworks based on Microsoft Defender, Zero Trust and identity protection models

Security & Identity

• Implemented the full Microsoft Defender security suite across hybrid environments

• Designed and enforced Conditional Access, MFA, risk-based policies and identity governance frameworks

• Defined and implemented security baselines aligned with ISO 27001 standards, contributing to certification readiness

Endpoint & Workplace Platform

• Led the deployment of Microsoft Intune for 1,500+ devices, enabling modern endpoint management

• Implemented device compliance, security policies and automated provisioning strategies

• Integrated endpoint security with Microsoft Defender and identity-based access control

Cloud & Application Migration

• Migrated SQL Server workloads and IIS-based applications to Azure platforms

• Modernized legacy applications using Azure Enterprise Applications and Single Sign-On (SSO)

• Enabled secure and scalable application access across hybrid environments

M&A Cloud Integration Programs

• Led multiple corporate acquisition integrations, consolidating IT environments into a unified cloud platform

• Migrated and integrated:

  • Identity platforms (Entra ID / Azure AD)

  • Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace

  • Devices and endpoint management

  • Applications and infrastructure (on-premises and cloud)

• Ensured minimal business disruption during integration processes

Leadership & Platform Ownership

• Promoted to IT Cloud Tech Lead, leading cloud architecture and platform strategy

• Defined cloud standards, governance models and best practices across the organization

• Coordinated cross-functional teams across Cloud, DevOps, Infrastructure, Security and Engineering

• Oversaw end-to-end lifecycle of cloud projects, from design to production delivery

• Focused on service availability, performance optimization and operational excellence

Here are a few skills I had the pleasure to work with: Microsoft Azure · Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) · Security · Office 365 · Microsoft Intune · Windows Server · Cloud Computing · Hyper-V · Network Security · Information Security · Active Directory · DevOps · Docker · Kubernetes · Microsoft · Microsoft Exchange · Microsoft SQL Server · Multicloud · Networking · Powershell · Windows Server Update Services · Google Cloud Platform · MongoDB · Microsoft 365 Security · Compliance Management · Microsoft Security Service Edge · microsoft entra id · Azure Active Directory · Azure Sentinel · copilot · Azure DevOps · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · SQL · Server Management · Team Management · Project Management · Security Management · U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) · ISO 27001 · SOC · Backup & Recovery Systems · Software as a Service (SaaS) · Platform as a Service (PAAS) · Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) · DNS Management · VMware Infrastructure · Virtualización · Desktop Virtualization

Cloud Architect specialized in Microsoft Azure, leading the design, implementation and operation of enterprise cloud and hybrid platforms supporting critical business workloads.

Overview

Designed and delivered end-to-end cloud architectures across Azure, AWS and Google Cloud, enabling scalable, secure and resilient platforms across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Played a key role in modernizing enterprise infrastructure, migrating legacy systems to the cloud and establishing standardized cloud architectures aligned with best practices.

Cloud Architecture & Platform Design

• Designed and implemented enterprise cloud architectures across IaaS, PaaS and SaaS models

• Delivered end-to-end Azure solutions supporting enterprise applications and services

• Architected hybrid and multi-cloud environments across Azure, AWS and Google Cloud Platform

• Defined platform standards for infrastructure, networking, identity, security and operations

Hybrid Infrastructure & Enterprise Platforms

• Managed and evolved hybrid infrastructure environments integrating cloud and on-premises systems

• Virtualization platforms including VMware, Hyper-V and Wintel enterprise services

• Database platforms including Microsoft SQL Server (IaaS & PaaS)

• Designed and operated enterprise infrastructure platforms and core IT services

Microsoft 365 & Collaboration Platforms

• Architected and managed Microsoft 365 enterprise environments, including:

  • Security & Compliance

  • Exchange Online

  • Intune

  • SharePoint

  • Microsoft Teams

  • Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate)

• Enabled secure collaboration and productivity platforms across the organization

Networking, Monitoring & Operations

• Designed cloud and hybrid networking architectures, including secure connectivity and integration with on-premises environments

• Implemented monitoring and observability platforms for infrastructure and applications

• Ensured platform reliability, performance and operational efficiency

Security & Identity Architecture

• Implemented security architectures across cloud and on-premises environments

• Designed identity platforms based on Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID

• Applied security best practices across identity, infrastructure, applications and data

Cloud Transformation & Migrations

• Led cloud migration initiatives, including:

  • On-premises to Azure migrations

  • Cloud-to-cloud transitions (AWS / GCP → Azure)

• Modernized legacy systems and enterprise applications

• Ensured minimal disruption and smooth transition of business workloads

Technologies

Microsoft Azure
AWS (Amazon Web Services)
Google Cloud Platform
Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
Microsoft 365
VMware / Hyper-V
Windows Server / Wintel
SQL Server
Cloud Networking
Monitoring & Observability

Cloud & Security Consultant focused on the design, implementation and operation of secure hybrid infrastructures across Microsoft Azure and on-premises environments, delivering enterprise-grade solutions for highly regulated sectors including banking and financial services.

Overview

Played a key role in designing and securing enterprise cloud and hybrid platforms, ensuring scalability, governance, security and operational excellence across infrastructure, identity and application layers.

Worked across the full lifecycle of cloud and on-premises environments, combining architecture, implementation and operational expertise to deliver secure and reliable enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities & Contributions

Cloud & Hybrid Architecture

• Designed and implemented hybrid cloud architectures integrating on-premises infrastructure with Microsoft Azure

• Supported enterprise workloads and mission-critical systems across cloud and hybrid environments

• Delivered scalable solutions across IaaS, PaaS and SaaS models

Infrastructure & Enterprise Platforms

• Managed and evolved Wintel infrastructure and enterprise services

• Administered virtualization platforms using VMware and Hyper-V

• Operated enterprise systems across on-premises and cloud environments

Microsoft 365 & Collaboration Platforms

• Administered and secured Microsoft 365 environments, including:

  • Exchange Online

  • SharePoint

  • OneDrive

  • Microsoft Teams

  • Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate)

• Implemented security, compliance and data governance solutions using Microsoft Purview

Networking, Monitoring & Operations

• Designed and managed network architectures across cloud and on-premises environments

• Implemented monitoring solutions ensuring performance, availability and operational visibility

• Supported enterprise operations including L2/L3 incident resolution and service optimization

Security & Identity

• Implemented security architectures across identities, endpoints, applications and data

• Leveraged Microsoft Defender, Conditional Access and Zero Trust principles

• Applied enterprise security standards aligned with regulated industry requirements

Backup, Resilience & Data Protection

• Delivered backup and disaster recovery solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery

• Ensured business continuity and resilience across hybrid environments

Cloud Transformation & Migrations

• Supported cloud migration and modernization initiatives, including:

  • On-premises to Azure migrations

  • Workstation and service migrations

  • Cloud-to-cloud transitions

• Ensured minimal disruption to business operations during migrations

Automation & Optimization

• Automated infrastructure and operational tasks using PowerShell and automation workflows

• Improved efficiency, consistency and scalability of platform operations

Technologies

Microsoft Azure
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Purview
VMware / Hyper-V
Windows Server (Wintel)
PowerShell
Azure Backup / ASR
Networking & Monitoring Platforms

Engineer responsible for the administration, evolution and optimization of hybrid infrastructure platforms across on-premises environments and Microsoft Azure cloud services, supporting enterprise-scale infrastructures and large distributed environments.

Overview

Played a key role in managing and evolving enterprise hybrid infrastructures, integrating traditional datacenter environments with Azure cloud services, while ensuring scalability, reliability and operational efficiency across critical business systems.

Supported large-scale infrastructures for major clients, including environments exceeding 1,000+ servers across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities & Contributions

Hybrid Infrastructure & Cloud Platforms

• Designed and operated hybrid environments integrating on-premises infrastructure with Microsoft Azure (IaaS & PaaS)

• Supported enterprise workloads across cloud and on-premises platforms

• Contributed to the implementation and evolution of Azure cloud services

Infrastructure & Enterprise Systems

• Managed Windows Server environments (2003–2016) and Wintel enterprise services

• Administered Linux workstations and enterprise systems

• Managed Microsoft SQL Server environments supporting critical applications

• Operated enterprise storage platforms including NAS/SAN systems (Synology, Netgear, QNAP)

Virtualization & Compute Platforms

• Administered and optimized virtualization platforms using Microsoft Hyper-V

• Provisioned and maintained virtual infrastructure for enterprise workloads

Identity & Collaboration Platforms

• Implemented hybrid identity architectures using Active Directory and Azure AD Connect

• Managed Microsoft 365 environments, including:

  • Exchange Online and hybrid Exchange

  • SharePoint, OneDrive and Microsoft Teams

• Administered Google Workspace environments

Networking & Connectivity

• Supported enterprise networking environments including switching, routing and hybrid connectivity

• Enabled secure integration between on-premises infrastructure and Azure cloud platforms

Monitoring, Backup & Resilience

• Implemented monitoring solutions using Nagios, SCOM, PRTG and Azure-native tools

• Delivered backup and disaster recovery solutions, including Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery

• Ensured system availability, performance and operational stability

Automation & Operations

• Automated infrastructure and operational tasks using PowerShell and Bash scripting

• Managed Group Policy (GPO) configurations and system standardization

• Supported enterprise operations including L2/L3 incident resolution and ticketing systems

Endpoint & Platform Services

• Managed mobile device platforms (MDM) and endpoint environments

• Administered collaboration and communication platforms including 3CX VoIP systems

• Supported enterprise productivity tools including SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams

Technologies

Microsoft Azure
Windows Server / Wintel
Linux
Hyper-V
Microsoft 365
Google Workspace
Active Directory / Azure AD Connect
SQL Server
NAS / SAN Storage
Nagios / SCOM / PRTG
PowerShell / Bash
Networking (Switching & Routing)

Responsible for the administration and maintenance of core IT infrastructure and enterprise systems, supporting business operations across infrastructure, networking and end-user environments.

Key Responsibilities & Contributions

• Managed VMware virtualization platforms and virtual server environments supporting enterprise workloads

• Administered Windows Server (Wintel) infrastructure and enterprise services

• Managed Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online collaboration platforms

• Supported network infrastructure, including switching, routing and connectivity

Infrastructure & Systems

• Managed Windows and Linux workstations and services deployment

• Administered Microsoft SQL Server databases supporting business applications

• Managed enterprise storage solutions including NAS/SAN and RAID configurations

• Implemented and maintained backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup

Operations & IT Services

• Implemented Group Policy (GPO) and system standardization

• Managed endpoint hardware, software and enterprise IT assets

• Delivered helpdesk support (L2/L3) ensuring system availability and issue resolution

• Produced operational reporting and infrastructure monitoring

Web & Application Services

• Developed and deployed web solutions using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and PHP

• Managed websites using WordPress, Joomla and Drupal

• Administered hosting environments and domain services

Technologies

VMware
Windows Server (Wintel)
Microsoft 365 / Exchange Online
SQL Server
Veeam Backup
NAS / SAN Storage
Networking (Switching & Routing)
PowerShell (basic)
Linux
Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, JS, PHP)

Functions:

• Network Administration

• Installation and configuration of network services

• Repair, maintenance, configuration and updating of computer equipment
  - Installation of programmer and operating systems windows and linux
  - Computer assembly, tablet repair, laptops
  - Preparation of documentation
  - Implementing IT solutions

• Website maintenance

• CICE (2019 - 2020)

Master's degree in cloud computing: AZURE, AWS and GCP

• IES LACETANIA (2016 - 2018)

Higher Technician in Computer Network Systems Management

• IES LACETANIA (2013 - 2015)

Technician in Microcomputer Systems and Networks

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator

• AZ-104 Administrator

• AZ-303 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies

• Advanced Powerbi

• Advanced Cloud Computing for IT

• Manage Databases with SQL

• CCNA R%S: Routing and Switching Essentials 

• CCNA R%S: introduction to networks 

• CCNA Discovery v4

• MCSA 70-740: Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016

• MCSA 70-741: Networking with Windows Server 2016

• MCSA 70-742: Identity with Windows Server 2016

• Windows Server 2016: System Virtualization and High Availability

• Windows Server 2016: Active Directory Federation Services

• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

• Microsoft Office 365 Fundamentals

• Powershell & Python

• Scrum Master

• Spanish - Native or bilingual proficiency

• English - Profesional working proficiency (B2)

• Catalan - Native or bilingual proficiency

• Rumanian - Native or bilingual proficiency

• Hungarian - Elementary proficiency