07/17/2025 updated

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Principal Consulting Architect - Cloud Solutions Expert

Brno, Czech Republic
Worldwide
Open Group Master Certified Architect
Brno, Czech Republic
Worldwide
Open Group Master Certified Architect

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Zlatko_Mitev_Curriculum_Vitae.pdf

Amazon Web ServicesAutomationMicrosoft AzureBash ShellUbuntu (Operating System)Cloud ComputingCloud EngineeringDatabasesConsultingContinuous IntegrationLinuxDevOpsFreeBSDElectrical SwitchgearInfrastructure ManagementPython (Programming Language)Microsoft SQL ServersNetwork ArchitectureNetwork VirtualizationPerformance TuningWindows PowerShellRed Hat Enterprise LinuxAnsibleSecurity ManagingVirtualizationVMware VSphereScriptingAdministrative OperationsSystem AvailabilityInfrastructure as Code (IaC)GitSystem AdministrationTerraformDatabase AdministrationDockerJenkinsVMware
Cloud Architecture
Cloud-native platform design with expertise in AWS and Azure. Specialization in hybrid cloud environments, private cloud solutions, and infrastructure as code implementation.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Automation of infrastructure deployment using Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, and Docker. Implementation of CI/CD pipelines for robust, scalable deployment processes.

Virtualization
VMware platform expertise including vSphere, NSX, and Site Recovery Manager. Design and implementation of virtualized environments with focus on high availability and performance optimization.

DevOps Practices
Implementation of modern DevOps methodologies to streamline operations and reduce deployment times by up to 40%.

Linux/Unix Administration
System administration expertise in Ubuntu, RHEL, and FreeBSD environments with scripting capabilities in PowerShell, Bash, and Python.

Database Management
Administration of MSSQL databases with focus on high availability, security implementation, and performance optimization.

Network Infrastructure
Management of physical and virtual network components including routers, switches, and firewalls to ensure robust connectivity and security.
 

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2025

Languages

BulgarianNative speakerEnglishFluent

Project history

Principal Consulting Architect

Self-employed
Leading design and development of cloud-native consulting offerings with focus on virtualization and automation. Architecting Private and Sovereign Cloud solutions across Europe, working directly with customers to define needs and translate them into actionable architectures.

Senior Cloud Solution Architect

Kyndryl
Directed Private Cloud tooling strategy, increasing operational efficiency and reducing CAPEX costs by 40%. Led development of IaC automation and integrations, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and redefined use cases to integrate hybrid cloud solutions.

Senior Cloud Solution Architect

Kyndryl
Led development of Private Cloud as a Service offerings, improving efficiency by 40%. Implemented Infrastructure as Code automation, reducing operational complexity by 40% and deployment times by 30%. Developed hybrid cloud environments using VMware technologies.

Senior Cloud Solution Architect

IBM
Collaborated with architects and executives to develop Software Defined Storage strategy. Led development of VMware Software-Defined Data Center capabilities for IBM Cloud and provided technical consultancy for early-stage deals.

Cloud Solution Architect

IBM
Managed technical design for cloud migration planning and requirements gathering. Maintained VMware technical governance and developed comprehensive solution designs with focus on cost optimization.

Senior Virtualization Engineer

IBM
Led a team of eight engineers transitioning customer VMware environments from competitor premises. Established policies and technical governance for business-critical applications.

VMware Engineer

IBM
Orchestrated support and maintenance of VMware environment, designed and upgraded clusters, and executed X2X migrations with minimal disruption.

Windows Engineer

IBM
Managed over 1000 physical and virtual Microsoft Windows servers, supported SAN connections, and conducted X2X migrations.

SQL Engineer

IBM
Administered MSSQL databases, conducted data migration, implemented security measures, and managed Microsoft IIS servers.

System Administrator

Sanoma International
Oversaw administration of corporate IT environment based on Microsoft Windows, managed network equipment, and provided technical support for Windows and Apple users.

System Administrator

Media, Radio Network "Focus"
Administered Windows environment including Active Directory, DHCP, and File Services. Managed FreeBSD and Apache-based web servers.

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