Christopher H.
Senior IT Infrastructure and Cloud Manager
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Christopher H. is a seasoned Senior IT Infrastructure & Cloud Manager based in Cape Town, South Africa, with over two decades of experience in designing and managing enterprise hybrid environments. His expertise spans across Azure, Microsoft 365, and robust cybersecurity practices. He has a proven track record in cloud migration, infrastructure modernization, and implementing disaster recovery frameworks, particularly within financial and enterprise domains. Christopher's leadership was pivotal at African Unity Life, where he spearheaded a significant Azure cloud transformation, achieving a 30% reduction in operational costs while enhancing scalability. His tenure at various organizations, including Cape Peninsula University of Technology and Telkom, highlighted his skills in network management, automation using PowerShell, and fostering operational resilience. His qualifications are further bolstered by a Postgraduate Diploma in IT Management and multiple certifications, including MCSE and ITIL Foundation.
Experience
CLOUD & INFRASTRUCTURE CONSULTANT
Independent · 2026 — PresentProvide IT infrastructure and cloud support for enterprise and hybrid environments. Assist in implementing Azure and Microsoft 365 solutions, including security configurations. Support infrastructure automation through PowerShell, Python, and REST APIs. Contribute to backup and disaster recovery solutions utilizing Veeam and enterprise storage systems. Offer technical guidance on infrastructure modernization and cloud readiness initiatives.INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER
African Unity Life · 2022 — 2025Oversee IT infrastructure strategy and lead Azure cloud transformation within hybrid environments. Manage the migration of over 100 workloads to Microsoft Azure, enhancing scalability and reducing operational expenses. Design and implement hybrid identity architecture utilizing Entra ID, MFA, SSO, and Conditional Access based on Zero Trust principles. Deliver security and endpoint management solutions for Microsoft 365 using Intune, Defender, and Purview. Implement Zero Trust security across identity, device, and network layers, thus minimizing organizational risk exposure. Create Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery frameworks compliant with ISO 27001 and regulatory requirements. Design and support enterprise network infrastructure employing Cisco routing, switching,SENIOR IT INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST
Cape Peninsula University of Technology · 2021 — 2022Oversee Active Directory, Group Policy, and lifecycle systems for enterprise endpoints. Implement Microsoft Intune for managing endpoints and ensuring compliance. Support operations related to Microsoft 365 identity and security. Conduct vulnerability remediation with Qualys. Optimize performance within SQL Server environments and associated applications. Establish monitoring and incident response protocols.SYSTEMS & NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR - TECHNICAL LEAD
Task Applied Science · 2016 — 2021Design VMware virtualization environments tailored to support enterprise workloads. Manage Cisco networking tasks, including routing, switching, VPNs, and network segmentation. Administer infrastructure related to Fortinet firewalls and perimeter security. Oversee Linux and Apache web server environments. Provide support for SQL-based application systems and backend services. Lead migration from MPLS to SD-WAN across multiple enterprise locations. Automate infrastructure tasks via PowerShell scripting and design backup and disaster recovery solutions with Synology NAS. Support ITIL-based processes for incident and service management.IT ADMINISTRATOR
Paarl Media · 2014 — 2016Manage Active Directory and user access control systems. Provide support for infrastructure and end-users. Maintain operations for backup and disaster recovery. Support the readiness of disaster recovery sites and enterprise continuity planning.IT ENGINEER
Sun International · 2012 — 2014Support infrastructure and network operations at an enterprise level. Ensure server availability and system uptime is maintained. Address issues related to Cisco networking and firewall troubleshooting.IT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Telkom · 2006 — 2012Support IT operations for a user base exceeding 1000 individuals. Manage incident resolution and ensure compliance with SLA requirements. Provide comprehensive server and network support within enterprise environments.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Postgraduate Diploma - IT ManagementMANCOSA · — — 2026
- Advanced Diploma - Business ManagementMANCOSA · — — 2025
- Certificate - IT ManagementUniversity of Cape Town · — — 2023
- National Certificate - IT Systems SupportISETT SETA · 2006 — Present
- Diploma - Network EngineeringTorque IT · 2003 — 2005