Simandan Adrian
Senior IT Architect and Cloud Transformation Specialist
Mons, Hainaut, Belgique Availability
22+
Experience
10
Missions
12
Certifications
About
Senior IT Architect with over 20 years of experience in IT management, cloud transformation, cybersecurity and Modern Workplace. Proven expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and enterprise architecture. Served in sectors including law, fintech, government, defense, and automotive. Masters in IT, ITIL and Microsoft certifications. NATO secret security clearance. Speaking fluent 5 languages.
Skills
Experience
Sr. Workplace Architect Could solutions
Freelance Own Company
Jul 2026 — Present · 5 mo
Led full cloud transformation for a multinational law firm, providing senior-level technical leadership and architectural oversight. Managed cybersecurity solutions and cloud migrations, including Exchange, SharePoint, and file-print services to M365.
Microsoft 365AzureCloud TransformationCybersecurityEnterprise ArchitectureIT ManagementSharePointExchange
Sr. Technical Lead / Team Lead
Thales Group International
Apr 2026 — Jul 2026 · 4 mo
Led a team of security experts for NATO, coordinating network operations and delivering secure ICT solutions. Managed cloud-based platforms and provided technical leadership for highly secure solutions.
CybersecurityIT ManagementNetworkingCloud TransformationEnterprise ArchitectureITILProject ManagementSecurity
Sr. Enterprise Architect M365 and Azure
Marquardt Schaltsysteme GmbH
Oct 2020 — Feb 2026 · 5 years 5 mo
Defined enterprise-wide strategy for Microsoft 365 and Azure, leading migration programs and establishing security policies. Managed technical design and deployment of compute infrastructure and mobile endpoint strategies.
Microsoft 365AzureEnterprise ArchitectureIT ManagementSecurityComplianceCloud TransformationNetworking
Sr. Architect M365 Smart Workplace
Atos IT Solutions and Services
Jan 2015 — Oct 2020 · 5 years 10 mo
Designed and delivered end-to-end IT solutions for large deals, focusing on Microsoft business solutions and modern workplace environments. Led M365 cloud transformation projects and managed strategic partners.
Microsoft 365Cloud TransformationEnterprise ArchitectureIT ManagementProject ManagementSecurityComplianceData Governance
Technical Lead Microsoft Business Technologies
Atos IT Solutions and Services
Dec 2012 — Jan 2015 · 2 years 2 mo
Led technical teams for SharePoint, Exchange, and MS Project, providing incident response and service management. Implemented change requests and managed infrastructure and software platforms.
Microsoft 365SharePointExchangeIT ManagementProject ManagementNetworkingSecurity
Senior Consultant, SharePoint, Exchange, Dynamics CRM
BearingPoint GmbH
Apr 2012 — Oct 2012 · 7 mo
Designed enterprise business solutions based on MS SharePoint, Exchange, and Dynamics. Consulted on digital workplace solutions and implemented IT systems for public institutions and large corporations.
SharePointExchangeIT ManagementProject ManagementNetworkingSecurity
Information Services Coordinator at the European Railways Agency (ERA)
European Dynamics
Oct 2009 — Apr 2012 · 2 years 7 mo
Managed Helpdesk services and coordinated early life support for newly implemented IT solutions. Rolled out and migrated client operating systems and supported end-users.
IT ManagementProject ManagementNetworkingSecuritySharePointExchange
Technical Lead Microsoft Business solutions (SharePoint, MS Project)
Microsoft Romania GTSC
Feb 2008 — Jan 2009 · 1 year
Supported Field Engineers and Pre-sales Consultants with technical solutions. Provided consulting and mentoring to Microsoft customers and engaged in complex SharePoint problem troubleshooting.
SharePointExchangeIT ManagementProject ManagementNetworkingSecurity
Network supervisor / System Monitoring Admin for Steria France
Aequalis France, BSC Consulting – Steria
Feb 2007 — Jan 2008 · 1 year
Led a team offering network and phone remote support for a global IT network. Ensured 24/7 uptime and monitoring for server fleets and active network components.
NetworkingIT ManagementSecurityProject Management
IT Administrator
Delphi Automotive
Aug 2004 — Jul 2006 · 2 years
Managed Microsoft Windows server environment and IT infrastructure for an automotive production facility. Provided data security management and disaster recovery solutions.
IT ManagementNetworkingSecurityData Governance
Education
Masters’ studies/MBA
University Aurel Vlaicu Arad, Romania
2018 — 2019
Information Technology University Degree
University Aurel Vlaicu Arad, Romania
2018 — 2019
Secondary Education Diploma
High-School “Liceul Teoretic Pancota”, Arad, Romania
1998 — 2002
Certifications
Exam ID MB2-866 Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 customization
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Aboutis Center Timisoara · Issued 2015
Exam ID MB2-867 Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 Installation and Deployment
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Aboutis Center Timisoara · Issued 2015
Exam ID 70-331 SharePoint 2013 Core Solutions
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Aboutis Center Timisoara · Issued 2013
ITIL Foundation Certification
APMG International - IT Academy, Bucharest Romania · Issued 2013
Exam ID 70-681 Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deploying
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Prometric Frankfurt, Germany · Issued 2012
Server Administrator on Windows Server® 2008 (MCITP)
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Prometric Int. · Issued 2009
Exam ID 643 TS: Windows Server 2008 Applications
Microsoft Certification (MCP), PearsonVue Int. · Issued 2009
Exam ID 642 TS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring
Microsoft Certification, (MCP), PearsonVue Int. · Issued 2009
Exam ID 640 TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring
Microsoft Certification (MCP), PearsonVue Int. · Issued 2009
Exam ID 646 Pro: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Prometric Int. · Issued 2009
Exam ID 631 TS: Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Configuring
Microsoft Certification, (MCP), Prometric Int. · Issued 2009
Exam ID 630 TS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring
Microsoft Certification (MCP), Prometric Int. · Issued 2009