Hjalti

System Administrator & Cloud Infrastructure Specialist

Experienced System Administrator specializing in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, and Azure administration. Passionate about networking and a dedicated Linux enthusiast, always exploring new technologies and optimizing infrastructure to drive business success.

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Curriculum Vitae

Professional Experience & Qualifications

👨‍💼 Professional Summary

Windows Server Hybrid Administrator with extensive experience in Windows Server and cloud infrastructure. Skilled in Linux, Networking, PowerShell automation, and cross-functional collaboration with a proven track record of optimizing IT operations.

💼 Professional Experience

System Administrator
Nova
Reykjavik, Iceland • September 2025 to Present
Microsoft 365 and Azure Administrator
Wise
Reykjavik, Iceland • May 2024 to September 2025 (1 yr 5 mos)
System Administrator
Þekking (now part of Wise)
Kópavogur, Iceland • Apr 2021 to May 2024 (3 yrs 2 mos)
System Administrator
CCP Games
Iceland • Jan 2019 to Apr 2019 (4 mos)
IT operations & information security team
System Administrator
CenterHotels
Iceland • May 2017 to Dec 2018 (1 yr 8 mos)
System Administrator / IT Consultant
HGA-Tech
Iceland • Sep 2016 to May 2017 (9 mos)
Multiple Roles
Advania
Iceland • Total 6 yrs 1 mo
• Microsoft SQL Database Administrator (Feb 2016 - May 2016)
• System Administrator (Oct 2014 - May 2016)
• Technical Support (May 2010 - Sep 2014)
• First-level hosting support at Thor Data Center
• Server monitoring and troubleshooting assistance

🎓 Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
Issued Apr 2025
Validates administering Windows Server workloads in on-premises and hybrid environments using PowerShell, Azure Arc, Admin Center, Azure Monitor, and Defender.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
Issued Jan 2024
Microsoft 365 Messaging
Issued Apr 2022
Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
Issued Aug 2021
Microsoft 365 Managing Teams
Issued Aug 2021
CompTIA Linux+ (Powered by LPI)
Issued Jul 2018

🛠️ Core Competencies

Cloud Platforms

Microsoft Azure Microsoft 365 Azure Arc

Operating Systems

Windows Server Linux Ubuntu

Tools & Technologies

PowerShell Docker SQL Server

Specializations

Networking Infrastructure Automation