About

About

An IT professional with over 25 years of experience specializing in cloud technologies, virtualization, and datacenter automation. Proven expertise in architecting and managing complex systems across Azure, VMware, and Hyper-V environments. Passionate about leveraging automation and scripting to enhance efficiency and reliability.

This blog is where I store my knowledge to look back on and share with others.

Key Skills

  • Cloud: Microsoft Azure (Architect, Administrator, Azure Stack HCI, AVD)
  • Virtualization: VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix
  • Datacenter: Design, Implementation, Management
  • Automation: PowerShell, PowerApps
  • Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux
  • IT Administration: System Administration, O365, Microsoft Solutions

Professional Experience

1997-2002 MCSE

IT Consultant | Alit/Sensa | 1997-2002

  • Provided comprehensive IT support for multiple clients, including ISAL, Mjólkursamsalan, and Íslandsflug.
  • Managed and administered Microsoft-based environments, Citrix Terminal Server, and Lotus Notes Domino.

2003-2010 VSP

Datacenter Specialist | Sensa | 2003-2010

  • Managed day-to-day datacenter operations, providing hands-on support for key clients like Siminn.
  • Engineered and maintained a multi-tenant hosting environment built on VMware vSphere.
  • Administered Microsoft-based solutions and ensured high availability for customer infrastructure.

2011-2016 VSP

Senior Systems Engineer | Basis | 2011-2016

  • Architected and built a new datacenter from the ground up, featuring APC InRow cooling and redundant UPS systems.
  • Engineered and deployed a highly available Hyper-V cluster with Windows Application Proxy (WAP), hosting services for multiple clients.
  • Managed a multi-tenant hosting environment, ensuring high uptime and performance for customers in Iceland.

2017-2023 Azure

Cloud & Datacenter Specialist | Sensa by Crayon | 2017-2023

  • Led cloud adoption initiatives with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure.
  • Designed and implemented Azure solutions including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) for remote workforces.
  • Managed multi-tenant client environments securely and efficiently using Azure Lighthouse and GDAP.
  • Deployed and managed on-premises Azure Stack HCI clusters, bridging the gap between datacenter and cloud.

2025 Sensa by Crayon / Softwareone –

Azure Specialist | Softwareone | 2024-Present

  • Continuing to specialize in Microsoft Azure, focusing on infrastructure.

Certifications

For a complete and up-to-date list of my active certifications, please see my official Microsoft Learn Transcript.

Azure Administrator Associate Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Certifications over the years:

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert - 2022
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate - 2021
  • VMware Certified Professional 6 - 2016
  • VMware Certified Professional 5.0 2012
  • VMware Certified Professional 4.0 2009
  • VMware Certified Professional 3.5 2009
  • VMware Certified Professional 3.0 2007
  • VMware Certified Professional 2.5.1 2005
  • Microsoft MCSE Windows 2000 / 2001
  • Microsoft MCSA Windows 2000 / 2001
  • Microsoft MCSE NT4 1999
  • Certified Novell Admin 1998

Classes taken:

  • VMware 3.0.1 2007
  • VMware 2.5.1 2005
  • TrendMicro 2004
  • TrendMicro 2003
  • Microsoft Exchange 2000 - 2003
  • Cisco Switch - 2001
  • Cisco Routers - 2000
  • Cisco TCP/IP 11 - 2000
  • Microsoft NT 4 to Windows 2000 – 2000
  • Lotus Notes 4.0 -1998
  • Novell 4.11 4 – 1998
  • Microsoft system - 1997