John Hoy

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About John Hoy

Dynamic and Results-Driven Azure Solutions Architect with Extensive Cloud ExpertiseA Senior Azure Solutions Architect with over 20 years of IT experience, specialising in enterprise-scale cloud transformations, hybrid integrations and innovative AI-driven solutions. Proven expertise in leveraging Azure technologies, cloud-native tools and best practices like the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF) to deliver scalable, secure and cost-effective outcomes. Adept at leading Agile teams, crafting high-level designs (HLD) and low-level designs (LLD) and fostering stakeholder engagement to align technical solutions with business objectives.Key SkillsCloud Platforms:Azure: Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Functions, Logic Apps, App Services, Cosmos DB, Blob Storage, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)Hybrid Cloud: Active Directory, ADFS, PKI, DNS, SSOCloud Solution Design:High-Level and Low-Level Design, Architecture Modelling, CAF, WAF, Landing Zones, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Azure BicepAI & Automation:OpenAI Integration (Private ChatGPT), Cognitive Services, AI Governance and Best PracticesCloud Migration & Transformation:Enterprise Migrations, Cloud-Native App Development, Security Hardening, Performance OptimisationProgramming & Development:Scripting and Automation with PowerShell, IaC with Bicep and TerraformAgile Methodologies:Scrum, Kanban, CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Jira, Agile Sprint PlanningGovernance, Security & Compliance:SC Clearance, Cloud Security Best Practices, Cost Management, Risk MitigationSoft Skills:Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning