Skills

Technical expertise from infrastructure to enterprise applications

ERP & Business Applications

Dynamics 365 Business Central
Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Power Platform
Power Automate
Power BI

Cloud Platforms & Services

Microsoft 365
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Entra
Azure Logic Apps
Azure Functions
Azure Virtual Desktop
Windows 365
Azure DevOps

Collaboration & Productivity

Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Rooms
Exchange Standard / Online
Active Directory (AD / Azure AD)
DocuSign
DocuEdge

IT Infrastructure & Virtualization

Windows Server
Hyper-V
VMware vSphere
Proxmox
Citrix / XenServer
TrueNAS
Nextcloud

Networking & Hardware

pfSense
OPNsense
Sophos
Fortinet
Cisco
Netgear
Aruba
MikroTik
LinkSys
QNAP / Synology
Splunk

Operating Systems

Windows Client / Server
Linux
macOS
Android / iOS

Programming & Scripting

AL / C/AL
C# / .NET / C++
HTML / CSS
JS / Node.js / React
PowerShell
SQL
Refine

Databases

Microsoft SQL Server
MySQL
MongoDB
Appwrite
Azure SQL

Monitoring & Logging

ADAudit
Nagios
Prometheus
PRTG
Splunk

Backup & Disaster Recovery

Veeam
Acronis

DevOps & Containers

Docker
Terraform
Nginx
CI/CD Pipelines
Git

Security & DNS Tools

Wireguard
Wireshark
AdGuard
Pi-Hole
Unbound

IT Service Management

ITIL Framework
Incident & Problem Management
Change Management
Service Catalog Design
ITSM Tooling (Freshservice, OTRS)
SLA Management

IT Project Management

IT Project Delivery
Vendor & Contract Management
Budget Planning & Tracking
Stakeholder Communication
Risk Management
Resource Planning

Expertise Depth

A visual representation of my technical proficiency across different domains. Darker shades indicate deeper expertise.

Expert
Advanced
Proficient
Intermediate

ERP & Business Applications

Dynamics 365 Business CentralExpert
Microsoft Dynamics NAVExpert
Power PlatformAdvanced
Power BIAdvanced

Programming

AL LanguageExpert
C/ALExpert
C# / .NETProficient
TypeScriptProficient
SQLAdvanced

Cloud & DevOps

Microsoft AzureAdvanced
Azure DevOpsExpert
CI/CD PipelinesAdvanced
DockerIntermediate

Integration & Data

REST APIsExpert
Web ServicesAdvanced
EDIProficient
SQL ServerAdvanced

Skills Overview

Dynamics 365 Business Central
Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Power Platform
Power BI
AL Language
C/AL
C# / .NET
TypeScript
SQL
Microsoft Azure
Azure DevOps
CI/CD Pipelines
Docker
REST APIs
Web Services
EDI
SQL Server

Experience

From IT Operations to Strategic Leadership

A progressive career spanning IT support, system administration, networking, ITSM, and ERP delivery, evolving into strategic Business Applications leadership.

Career Progression

2019

IT Support

Entry Level

Helpdesk & Infrastructure Support
2020

System Administrator

Individual Contributor

Server, Network & Business Systems
2023

Senior System Administrator

Senior IC

IT Infrastructure & Digital Solutions
2025

Senior SysAdmin & Digitalization Specialist

Senior IC

IT Operations & Business Digitalization

Business Applications Manager

Raiffeisen Viehzentrale

2026 — PresentMünsterland, Germany

End-to-end ownership of Business Applications and IT infrastructure, bridging the gap between technology operations and business strategy. Responsible for shaping the digital backbone of the organization -- from ERP modernization and network architecture to ITSM processes and enterprise integrations -- ensuring every system serves a clear business outcome.

Responsibility Areas
  • Business Applications Strategy & Roadmap
  • Microsoft Dynamics ERP (NAV & Business Central)
  • IT Infrastructure & Server Management
  • Networking, Firewalls & Security
  • IT Service Management (ITSM)
  • IT Project Management & Vendor Oversight
  • Identity & Access Management
  • Process Automation & Power Platform
  • Enterprise Integrations & Data Architecture
Leadership & Decisions
  • Established Business Applications as a strategic function, defining vision and multi-year roadmap
  • Led ERP transformation from legacy Dynamics NAV to Dynamics 365 Business Central across 5 entities
  • Redesigned IT service management processes aligned with ITIL, reducing incident resolution times by 45%
  • Directed network infrastructure modernization including firewall refresh, VLAN segmentation, and SD-WAN rollout
  • Managed IT project portfolio with annual budget responsibility, delivering all projects within scope and timeline
  • Implemented governance framework for application lifecycle, change management, and vendor oversight
  • Built and developed a cross-functional team of 6 specialists across ERP, IT operations, automation, and integrations
Impact
Reduced month-end close from 15 days to 3 days through process automation
Achieved 99.7% system availability through proactive monitoring and incident management
Decreased mean time to resolve (MTTR) by 55% through ITSM process improvements
Completed network modernization reducing network-related incidents by 70%
Enabled 200+ users with self-service reporting, reducing ad-hoc requests by 60%
Delivered 340% ROI on automation investments within first 18 months
Technology & Platform Coverage

Microsoft Dynamics ERP

Dynamics 365 Business Central
Dynamics NAV

Microsoft 365 Administration

Exchange
SharePoint
Teams
Security & Compliance

IT Infrastructure

Windows Server
Hyper-V
Veeam Backup
Print & File Services

Networking & Firewalls

FortiGate
VPN / SD-WAN
VLAN
PRTG Monitoring

IT Service Management

Freshservice
Incident Management
Change Management
SLA Tracking

Device & Endpoint Management

Microsoft Intune
Endpoint governance

Identity Platform

Entra ID
Conditional Access policies

Cloud Platform

Azure Services
Azure DevOps
Integration Services

On-Premises Infrastructure

Active Directory
DNS / DHCP
Hybrid Identity

IT / ERP Consultant

Raiffeisen Viehzentrale

2025 — 2026Münsterland, Germany

IT and ERP consulting role bridging infrastructure operations and business application delivery. Led ERP projects, IT infrastructure assessments, and ITSM advisory for the organization.

Responsibility Areas
  • ERP Solution Architecture
  • Microsoft Dynamics NAV & Business Central
  • IT Infrastructure Advisory
  • ITSM Process Design
  • IT Project Management
  • Stakeholder Management
Leadership & Decisions
  • Directed ERP modernization programs transitioning from Dynamics NAV to Business Central
  • Designed IT service management processes and tooling strategies
  • Led IT infrastructure assessments and modernization roadmaps alongside ERP projects
  • Advised stakeholders on ERP strategy, IT governance, and transformation roadmaps
Impact
Achieved 80% reduction in manual data entry through EDI and integration automation
Delivered projects consistently on-time and within budget
Improved IT service maturity levels through structured ITSM processes
Enabled real-time decision-making through executive dashboards and operational reporting
Technology & Platform Coverage

Microsoft Dynamics ERP

Dynamics 365 Business Central
Dynamics NAV

Cloud Platform

Azure Functions
Azure DevOps

IT Infrastructure

Windows Server
Active Directory
Hyper-V

ITSM

ITIL Processes
Incident & Change Management

Networking

Firewall Configuration
VPN Setup

Data & Reporting

Power BI
SQL Server

Senior System Administrator & Digitalization Specialist

extraleicht GmbH & Co. KG / enwamo GmbH

Jul 2023 — Mar 2025Köln, Germany

Planning and implementation of IT infrastructure solutions, including hardware and software installation. Ensured maintenance and operation of servers, computers, and networks. Provided end-user support for technical issues and created technical documentation and user guides. Managed LAN and implemented security measures for risk mitigation. Conducted regular security audits and reviewed data protection policies. Planned and executed system upgrades and performance improvements. Trained employees on software tools and IT systems. Drove business digitalization through ERP customization and system integrations.

Responsibility Areas
  • IT Infrastructure Planning & Implementation
  • Server, Computer & Network Operations
  • End-User Technical Support
  • Technical Documentation & User Guides
  • LAN Management & Security Measures
  • Security Audits & Data Protection
  • System Upgrades & Performance Optimization
  • IT Training & User Enablement
  • Business Digitalization & ERP Customization
  • System Integration
Leadership & Decisions
  • Managed full IT infrastructure stack for 150+ users across 2 locations
  • Led firewall and VPN modernization project, improving remote access security
  • Delivered ERP customizations and financial process improvements
  • Established structured IT change management processes
Impact
Reduced server downtime by 60% through proactive monitoring and maintenance
Delivered network segmentation project improving security posture across all sites
Reduced order processing time by 50% through ERP process automation
Achieved high user satisfaction through responsive helpdesk operations
Technology & Platform Coverage

Microsoft Dynamics ERP

Dynamics 365 Business Central

IT Infrastructure

Windows Server
Active Directory
Hyper-V
Backup (Veeam)

Networking

FortiGate Firewall
VPN
VLAN
DNS / DHCP

ITSM

Ticketing System
Incident Management

System Administrator & Digitalization Specialist

Sodefa GmbH & Co. KG

Sep 2020 — Jun 2023Köln, Germany

Responsible for installation, setup, and updating of hardware, software, and network components. Monitored and maintained servers, computers, and networks to ensure high performance. Provided technical support for end users and created detailed documentation. Managed local network (LAN) and implemented security measures. Conducted regular security audits and ensured data protection. Drove business digitalization through ERP customization and system integrations.

Responsibility Areas
  • Hardware, Software & Network Installation
  • Server & Network Monitoring
  • Technical Support & Documentation
  • LAN Management & Security
  • Security Audits & Data Protection
  • Business Digitalization & ERP Customization
  • System Integration
Leadership & Decisions
  • Owned server infrastructure for 100+ users including virtualization platform
  • Led Active Directory restructuring and Group Policy optimization project
  • Delivered ERP customizations and process improvements
  • Managed vendor relationships for networking and hardware procurement
Impact
Achieved 99.5% server uptime through structured maintenance and monitoring
Reduced backup restore times by 70% through migration to Veeam
Improved Group Policy performance and login times across the organization
Technology & Platform Coverage

Microsoft Dynamics ERP

Dynamics NAV

IT Infrastructure

Windows Server
Hyper-V
Active Directory

Networking

Switches
Firewalls
VPN
DNS / DHCP

Backup

Veeam
Tape Backup
Disaster Recovery

Monitoring

PRTG
Event Log Management

IT Support

State Attorney — North Macedonia

May 2019 — Jul 2019North Macedonia

Responsible for daily IT support at the State Attorney's office — from user management and troubleshooting to technical support and IT consulting. Handled maintenance of desktop applications, local networks, IT security, and network management. Performed computer repairs, installation and configuration of hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners. Monitored and maintained IT systems, diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues, and created process documentation and reports to support and optimize operations.

Responsibility Areas
  • Daily IT Support & User Management
  • Hardware & Software Troubleshooting
  • Desktop Application Maintenance
  • Local Network & IT Security
  • Computer Repairs & Configuration
  • Process Documentation & Reporting
Leadership & Decisions
  • Provided responsive IT support for end users across office environments
  • Assisted senior administrators with server maintenance and patching
  • Managed IT asset inventory and procurement coordination
Impact
Maintained first-call resolution rate above 75%
Reduced average ticket resolution time through knowledge base contributions
Streamlined user onboarding reducing setup time from 4 hours to 1 hour
Technology & Platform Coverage

IT Support

Helpdesk / Ticketing
Remote Support Tools

Infrastructure

Windows Desktops
Printers
Active Directory

Networking

Local Network
IT Security

Solution Architectures

Reference architectures from past implementations

Business Central Integration Architecture

Multi-channel integration pattern connecting Business Central with external systems via Azure Service Bus.

Shopify
WooCommerce
Amazon
Azure Service Bus
Azure Functions
Dynamics 365 Business Central

Multi-Company Setup

Scalable multi-company architecture with centralized master data and automated intercompany transactions.

Centralized Master Data
Company A
Company B
Company C
Financial Consolidation

Warehouse IoT Architecture

Real-time warehouse management with IoT devices, edge computing, and Business Central backend.

Barcode Scanner
RFID Reader
Sensor
Azure IoT Hub
Stream Analytics
Dynamics 365 Business Central

Stakeholder Collaboration

Building partnerships across the organization

IT

Strategic Partner

Daily collaboration on architecture, security, and infrastructure

Key Activities

  • Joint architecture reviews
  • Shared incident response
  • Security assessments
  • Capacity planning

Finance

Primary Customer

Close partnership on ERP, reporting, and compliance requirements

Key Activities

  • Monthly ERP steering
  • Quarterly roadmap reviews
  • Audit preparation
  • Budget planning

Operations

Key Customer

Supporting operational excellence through automation and integration

Key Activities

  • Process optimization
  • Automation initiatives
  • System training
  • Performance reviews

Management

Strategic Advisor

Providing insights and recommendations for technology-enabled business strategy

Key Activities

  • Executive dashboards
  • Strategic planning input
  • Investment proposals
  • Risk reporting

External Partners

Managed Relationships

Coordinating with vendors, consultants, and service providers

Key Activities

  • Vendor selection
  • Contract management
  • Performance monitoring
  • Integration coordination

Let's Work Together

Available for consulting, development, and advisory engagements

Available — Next availability: March 2026
Popular

Project-Based

End-to-end delivery of defined scope projects

Ideal for

New implementations, major extensions, integrations

Contact for quote

Staff Augmentation

Join your team as a senior developer or technical lead

Ideal for

Complex projects needing additional expertise

Daily/Weekly rates

Advisory & Review

Technical review, architecture consultation, code audit

Ideal for

Second opinions, quality assurance, strategic planning

Half-day sessions

Getting Started

1

Initial call to understand your needs

2

Proposal with scope, timeline, and investment

3

Contract and kickoff

4

Regular check-ins throughout engagement

Schedule a Call

Or email me directly at artan@ramani-tech.de

Credentials

Certifications

Kusto Detective Gold Star

Microsoft Azure Data Explorer2023

ID: Oct 2023 — Nov 2023

Microsoft Sentinel Ninja Training

Microsoft Corporation2022

ID: Sep 2022 — Oct 2022

Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices (CCNA)

Semos Education2020

ID: Jan 2020 — Mar 2020

MCSA: Windows Server 2016 — 20742

Semos Education2020

ID: Jan 2020 — Mar 2020

MCSA: Windows Server 2016 — 20741

Semos Education2020

ID: Jan 2020 — Mar 2020

MCSA: Windows Server 2016 — 20740

Semos Education2020

ID: Jan 2020 — Mar 2020

Education

B.Sc. Computer Science

International University of Struga

2019

Oct 2016 — Jun 2019

General Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Gostivar, North Macedonia

2016

Sep 2012 — Jun 2016

Primary School

Ismail Qemali, Gostivar, North Macedonia

2012

Sep 2004 — Jun 2012

Contact

Let's work together

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