Hristo Botev
Azure Administrator/ System Administrator
Sofia
Summary
System Administrator with 7 years of experience in infrastructure management, server administration, virtualization, networking, and cybersecurity. Proficient in Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, backup solutions, and cloud technologies. Strong background in system monitoring, automation, troubleshooting, and maintaining secure, scalable IT environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
System Administrator
Atos Bulgaria
10.2018 - 05.2026
- Managed and maintained enterprise Azure infrastructure supporting 1000+ users across hybrid environments.
- Administered Azure Virtual Machines, VNETs, NSGs, Load Balancers, and storage accounts.
- Monitored cloud environments with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics, enhancing uptime and performance.
- Delivered L2/L3 infrastructure support and troubleshooting, resolving critical issues to maintain service continuity.
Desktop Administrator
Raiffeisenbank (Bulgaria) EAD
04.2016 - 10.2018
- Maintained, configured, and administered end-user workstations and associated peripherals to ensure optimal functionality.
- Assisted users with troubleshooting computer system issues.
- Assess the need for and implement performance.
- Created reports based on business user needs to inform decision-making and improve operational efficiency.
Exchange Technical Support
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Support and administration of Microsoft Exchange 2000, 2007, 2010 and 2013, including:
- Analyzed and troubleshot technical issues, ensuring timely resolution of problems.
- Implemented configuration tasks to optimize Exchange server performance.
- Managed and processed service requests to ensure timely resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
PROFESSIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Sofia 04.2001 -
No Degree - Messaging And Collaboration Trainee
HP Academy
Sofia 04.2001 -
UNIVERSITY OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND POSTS
SofiaSkills
- Microsoft Azure Administration
- Azure Virtual Machines
- Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)
- Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
- Strong expertise in Windows Server
- Active Directory management
- Group Policy management
- Hyper-V & VMware
- VPN & Firewall Configuration
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP
- Backup and recovery solutions
- Cybersecurity best practices
- Cloud services support
- System administration expertise
- Technical troubleshooting skills
- Enterprise IT operations
- System performance improvement
- ITIL & Incident Management
- Problem-solving and support
- Core Skills
- System performance improvement
Websites
Timeline
System Administrator
Atos Bulgaria
10.2018 - 05.2026
Desktop Administrator
Raiffeisenbank (Bulgaria) EAD
04.2016 - 10.2018
Exchange Technical Support
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2015 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
PROFESSIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
04.2001 -
No Degree - Messaging And Collaboration Trainee
HP Academy
04.2001 -
UNIVERSITY OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND POSTS