Niels Weistra Email & Phone Number

Almere, FL, NL

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

DevOps and Cloud Engineer with a strong cloud-centric mindset and extensive experience in on-premises environments. Skilled in automation and infrastructure, and proficient in languages such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash. Windows or Linux, i'll manage it all!Areas of Focus:- Kubernetes and Microservices Implementation- Azure Infrastructure.

Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands

At Kadaster, I was responsible for the migration to the new target architecture within the Informatie Voorziening and GIS-Maatwerk cluster. As part of a public tender, the management infrastructure and other services were being transferred to KPN.The KITA project aimed to migrate solutions to various new platforms, including the MAP (Managed Application.

Amersfoort, Utrecht, Netherlands

At Stater, I was responsible for reviewing the implemented Azure Foundation Platform by an external vendor. The platform was based on the CAF methodology. During this brief period, I was also tasked with delivering several Proof of Concepts, including implementing Azure ARC and Update Management to incorporate on-premise resources into Azure. This enabled.

Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

As an Azure Cloud Engineer, I played a key role in a collaborative team focused on migrating and implementing existing solutions onto a new Azure infrastructure. Following the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) guidelines, I ensured a seamless migration of workloads from on-premise and older Azure environments to a newly deployed Azure environment.

In my role as a Sitecore/Azure Cloud Engineer at Valtech, I am accountable for managing existing Sitecore E-commerce platforms, optimize and implement new solutions. Collaborating with developers to implement optimal solutions, my focus is on ensuring continuity and stability. Additionally, I am actively involved in maintaining and constructing new.

Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

In my role as a Sitecore/Azure Cloud Engineer at Macaw, I spearheaded Sitecore implementations based on IAAS or PAAS models. My responsibilities included the maintenance and development of ARM/Bicep templates, Powershell scripts/modules, and the implementation of CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

In my role as an Azure Cloud Engineer at Dept, setting up data platforms on the Azure Platform. Additionally, I provided support to the development team during the implementation of a chatbot based on machine learning. My responsibilities extended to maintaining and developing ARM/Bicep templates, Powershell scripts/modules, and implementing CI/CD pipelines.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

During my time at Mirabeau, I played a pivotal role in the implementation of Sitecore on Azure within a PAAS model. This involved the implementation of infrastructure to support the project. As a Cloud Engineer, my responsibilities included setting up pipelines and defining infrastructure ARM templates. Additionally, I undertook the migration of an older.

Almere Stad Area, Netherlands

As a cloud/devops engineer I managed daily operations for both internal and external client environments, managing key systems such as Office365, Azure, ADFS, AAD, and Active Directory. Successfully introduced new CI/CD Pipelines and developed impactful PowerShell modules/scripts. Using Infrastructure as Code platform using Terraform alongside VMware and.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

• Implement new public Cloud infrastructures (IAAS/PAAS) based on Microsoft Azure for hosting branded sites, e-commerce platforms, and VOD platforms.
• Provide guidance to IT management on leveraging the Azure Platform effectively.
• Collaborate with a DevOps team to support developers throughout the development and implementation process.
• Deploy TeamCity and develop CI/CD pipelines.
• Utilize configuration management tools like ARM templates and PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) runbooks.
• Facilitate the migration of on-premises solutions to Azure.

Amsterdam

• Designing and implementing highly available and automated infrastructures based on Azure and/or on-premise VMware.
• Leveraging Puppet, Foreman, PowerShell (DSC), and Bash for highly automated infrastructure provisioning and configuration management.
• Working in an agile, DevOps-oriented organization with cross-functional teams and an emphasis on collaboration.
• Assisting the Sales team in creating new Request for Proposals (RFPs).
• Managing and maintaining core infrastructure (Network/Storage/Computing) in data centers, including implementing new servers and network components and replacing decommissioned ones.
• Taking responsibility for capacity management and generating monthly capacity management reports.

Twello

- Implementing Exchange 2010.- Migrating 500 users from Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2010.- Implementing Symantec Brightmail Gateway.- Managing internal IT operations, including an E-Commerce Platform based on OutSystems.Net, Active Directory, and Exchange.- Providing support for a data center relocation project. Key technologies involved: Windows Server.

Being part of an implementation team to provide support during the implementation process, onboarding of internal users, and administrators for the new SharePoint environment.Key technologies involved: SharePoint 2010, MSSQL 2008, IIS,.Net, and Citrix.

Managing internal IT components and support Microsoft Dynamics integrationsWindows Server 2003, Exchange 2003 & CRM 4.

• Responsible for internal IT management.
• Support internal users and workplaces.
• Support and implement POS solutions.
• Maintaining internal and end-user documentation and procedures.Linux (Debian), Postfix, Windows Server 2003/2008, Exchange 2003, VMWare ESX 4.0, Sharepoint 2007, Navision & 3Com, C#, ASP.NET, SQL, WebServices.

Windows Server 2003/2008, Vmware, Active Directory, Exchange, SQL Server, IIS, GPO,MSI-Packaging, Mcafee EPO Orgestrator.

• Managing internal IT components and workplaces.
• Develop POS solutions based on C#, WinForms, ASP.NET, SQL and WebServices.

As a 2nd line service desk representative, my responsibilities include providing support to system administrators in performing management and maintenance tasks on Active Directory and internal Exchange systems. Additionally, you were involved in a project related to workplace replacement, which covered approximately 250 workstations across the North.

• Shared responsibility for system administration and network management, both internally and externally for Fulcire's clients.
• Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting workstation and server-level issues.
• Supporting the "Testlab" and preparing classroom setups for Microsoft courses.
• Developing and deploying test infrastructures based on virtualization.

Providing support during the migration to Active Directory. Responsible for creating login scripts and Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Additionally, involved in executing user migration at the workstation level.

Performing a domain migration from NT4 to Active Directory and an Exchange migration from Exchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003. Additionally, migrating users and computers at the workstation level using provided migration tools. Acting as the primary point of contact for users during the migration period, providing 2nd line support.

• Providing 1st and 2nd line support for ADSL users.
• Selling new ADSL subscriptions.
• Supporting business customers with DNS and web hosting services.

• Providing 1st and 2nd line user support.
• Managing hardware and applications according to ITIL methodology.
• Performing remote tasks at both desktop and server levels.
• Installing and configuring user workstations, both on an ad hoc basis and as part of projects.