I am
Kyle Dunkerley Azure Certified Cloud First

about me

Bridging the Gap Between Cloud Innovation and On-Premise Reliability

Microsoft MVP - Windows Insiders for the 2016 to 2018 period 

Driven by a belief that technology can improve everything, my mission is to leverage my expertise to enhance systems and processes. As a former Windows Insider, I have an obsession with refining and perfecting technology solutions.

Currently, I lead a WinTel team, managing both on-premises and cloud servers with a focus on seamless integration, automation and performance. 

WHO I AM

  • Passionate about technology and innovation
  • Dedicated futurist, always exploring emerging trends
  • Bullish on the transformative potential of AI
  • Constantly seeking ways to integrate cutting-edge technology
  • Forward-thinking approach to IT solutions and strategies
  • Microsoft Solutions Expert with 10+ years' experience
  • Microsoft Certified with Server and Azure
  • Windows Insider MVP 2016 - 2018
  • Top Windows Insider - Asia Pacific Region
  • Technology Advocate

WHAT I HAVE DONE

  • Managed Computer Science computer labs for the University of KwaZulu-Natal
  • Planned, managed and implemented multiple hardware refreshes
  • Relocated to New Zealand in 2011
  • Managed infrastructure at Napier Port
  • Managed Navis N4
  • Managed Office 365 / Exchange Online and Entra ID
  • Assisted businesses with transitioning to the cloud (Microsoft Azure)
  • Relocated to Australia in 2021
  • Managed and implemented server hardware refreshes across Australia and New Zealand
  • Managed 200+ Servers - across physical hosts, VMs and Azure
  • Managed a team of WinTel Engineers
  • Implemented automation
  • Implemented process improvement through governance and policy

WHAT ARE MY EXPERIENCE AREAS

  • Windows Desktop and Server
  • Microsoft Cloud including, but not limited to Office 365, Exchange Online and Entra ID
  • Microsoft Stack
  • PowerShell / Automation
  • Windows Active Directory
  • IT Governance and Policy
  • Navis N4

experience

my work history

2021
September
DXC Technology
WinTel Team Lead
2021
January
DXC Technology
WinTel Senior Systems Admin
2019
August
LANTech / Spark
Systems Engineer
2018
October
Prophecy Networks
Microsoft Solutions Specialist
2013
August
Prophecy Networks
Onsite Support Engineer:
Port of Napier
2011
April
Prophecy Networks
Operations Support Engineer
2007
January
University of KwaZuluNatal
LAN Administrator:
Computer Science

qualifications

my industry certifications

Microsoft Certified
Azure Solutions Architect

Azure Solutions Architect demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of designing Microsoft Azure infrastructure solutions.
It shows expertise in translating complex business requirements into robust, scalable cloud and hybrid solutions, with a deep knowledge of core Azure services such as compute, networking, storage, and security.

Microsoft Certified
Azure Administrator

Azure Administrator demonstrates comprehensive understanding of managing Microsoft Azure cloud services.
It highlights expertise in manage Azure subscriptions, secure identities, administer infrastructure, configure virtual networking, and implementing storage solutions.

Microsoft Certified
Azure Fundamentals

Azure Fundamentals demonstrates the understanding of cloud concepts, Azure services, and core solutions.
It shows expertise in understanding Azure pricing, support, and cloud lifecycles, highlighting the ability to describe cloud concepts, core Azure services, and Azure solutions and management tools.

Microsoft Certified
Systems Administrator

MCSA demonstrates a robust understanding of managing and maintaining Windows Server environments. It shows expertise in administering network environments, managing server infrastructure, and handling server maintenance and troubleshooting and highlights the ability to implement, manage, and maintain network services and infrastructure in Windows Server

Microsoft Certified
Professional

MCP demonstrates a strong proficiency in Microsoft technologies. This qualification validates expertise in a specific area of Microsoft products or services, such as server administration, cloud computing, or software development. It highlights the ability to implement, manage, and troubleshoot various Microsoft solutions.

blog

technical blogs / powershell scripts / general geekery

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