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Denys Pasternak, Microsoft Solutions Architect | Microsoft 365 Expert  | Azure Administrator | Scripts Writer
Denys Pasternak
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Denys Pasternak — Microsoft Solutions Architect | Microsoft 365 Expert | Azure Administrator | Scripts Writer

Expertise in Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (8.0 yr.), Smart Contract Audit/Security (8.0 yr.), Scripting and Automation (8.0 yr.).

 Last verified on June, 2026

Bio Summary

  • Over 20 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, specializing in Microsoft
  • Proven expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure projects supporting, including cross-domain migrations and modernization initiatives.
  • Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 certified professional with advanced skills in Azure Solutions Architecture, Identity and Access Management, and Endpoint Administration.
  • Strong background in scripting and automation, delivering multi-level PowerShell solutions to optimize administrative processes and enhance system reliability.

Technical Skills

.NET Platform Identity Server
Security Conditional Access, Microsoft Entra, Microsoft Intune, Sentinel
Azure Cloud Services Azure App Service, Azure Automation, Azure VM, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Hyper-V
Deployment, CI/CD & Administration Active Directory
Mail / Network Protocols / Data transfer DNS
Platforms Microsoft, SharePoint
SDK / API and Integrations Microsoft Graph
Third Party Tools / IDEs / SDK / Services Office 365
Scripting and Command Line Interfaces PowerShell
QA, Test Automation, Security QA Automation
Other Technical Skills Business Consulting, Defender for Cloud, Group Policy, Group Policy Object, PowerShell scripts

Work Experience

Microsoft Solution Architect - Digital Edge (Microsoft services deployment and automation)

Duration: December 2022 - Present

Summary: Leading the deployment and architecture of Microsoft solutions, focusing on automation of administrative processes and scripting to optimize IT infrastructure management.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement Microsoft 365 and Azure solutions.
  • Automate administrative processes using PowerShell scripting.
  • Provide architectural guidance and support for Microsoft services.

Technologies: Microsoft 365, Azure, PowerShell, Active Directory, Entra ID, GPO, DNS, Federation Service

Senior Engineer - Digital Edge Ventures

Duration: July 2019 - 2022

Summary: Provided consulting services and problem-solving expertise for clients in the United States, focusing on Microsoft technologies and infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Consulted on Microsoft infrastructure and cloud solutions.
  • Resolved technical issues and optimized client IT environments.

Technologies: Microsoft 365, Azure, PowerShell, Active Directory

Lead Engineer- ZONE 3000 (Cross-domain migration and IT infrastructure modernization)

Duration: March 2017 - November 2022

Summary: Managed a large-scale cross-domain migration and modernization project of IT infrastructure over two years, followed by automation of administrative processes through PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities:

  • Managed Microsoft services within the infrastructure.
  • Led cross-domain migration and modernization of IT infrastructure.
  • Automated administrative processes and developed PowerShell scripts.

Technologies: Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, PowerShell, GPO, DNS

System Engineer - Metinvest Holding (Maintenance and administration of critical IT services)

Duration: November 2008 - May 2017

Summary:

  • Maintained critical IT services for Metinvest Holding and its divisions, supporting a network of over 4000 users across multiple enterprises
  • Managed Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, and other Microsoft services

Responsibilities:

  • Administered Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, Microsoft TMG, RMS, and publishing services.
  • Provided troubleshooting and support for enterprise users.
  • Developed and implemented IT projects for serviced companies and large enterprises.

Technologies: Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft TMG, RMS, Windows Server, PowerShell

System Administrator - ITFB LTD (Consulting, migration, and implementation of Microsoft services)

Duration: January 2009 - April 2017

Summary: Provided freelance and outsourcing services including consulting, migration, design, and implementation of Microsoft services such as Active Directory, Exchange, SharePoint, Terminal Services, and Hyper-V.

Responsibilities:

  • Consulted clients on Microsoft infrastructure solutions.
  • Performed migrations and implementations of Microsoft services.
  • Designed and deployed Microsoft infrastructure components.

Technologies: Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, Terminal Services, Hyper-V, PowerShell

Help Desk and Administration - Avdeevka Coke Plant (IT support and administration)

Duration: November 2003 - January 2008

Summary: Provided help desk support and IT administration services at Avdeevka Coke Plant, ensuring smooth operation of IT infrastructure and user support.

Responsibilities:

  • Provided help desk support to end users.
  • Maintained and administered IT infrastructure.

Education

  • Odessa National Telecommunications Academy
    January 2002 - January 2006

Certification

  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
  • Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft Azure Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Microsoft Azure Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate

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