Consulting Services

Published on Jan 14, 2025 by Martin Kvist.

Open Source Infrastructure Architecture Consulting

Infrastructure Consulting Services

Transform your infrastructure with open source solutions, modern DevOps practices, and sustainable architecture designs that scale with your business.

What I Offer

🏗️ Infrastructure Architecture

Design and implement scalable, secure infrastructure solutions tailored to your specific needs.

  • ✓ System architecture design and review
  • ✓ Scalability and performance planning
  • ✓ Security assessments and hardening
  • ✓ Disaster recovery planning

🚀 DevOps Transformation

Modernize your development and operations with proven DevOps methodologies and automation.

  • ✓ CI/CD pipeline implementation
  • ✓ Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • ✓ Containerization strategies
  • ✓ GitOps workflows

🐧 Linux & Open Source

Leverage the power of open source technologies to reduce costs and increase flexibility.

  • ✓ Linux migration and optimization
  • ✓ Open source tool selection
  • ✓ RHEL/Ubuntu administration
  • ✓ Performance tuning

🤖 Automation & Integration

Streamline operations and reduce manual work through intelligent automation solutions.

  • ✓ Ansible automation playbooks
  • ✓ API integrations
  • ✓ Workflow automation
  • ✓ Custom tool development

Specialized Expertise

Areas of Specialization

As an active NetBox plugin developer at the University of Copenhagen, I offer deep expertise in:

  • Custom NetBox plugin development
  • DCIM implementation and migration
  • Infrastructure documentation automation
  • Integration with existing systems

Experience managing 600+ production servers with proven strategies for:

  • Automated patch management systems
  • Standardized deployment processes
  • Performance monitoring and optimization
  • Security compliance and auditing

Design and implement hybrid cloud solutions that balance control, cost, and scalability:

  • VMware vRealize Automation
  • Container orchestration with Kubernetes
  • Multi-cloud strategy development
  • Cloud cost optimization

Engagement Models

How We Can Work Together

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Assessment & Strategy

Comprehensive infrastructure review with actionable recommendations and roadmap.

1-2 weeks

🔧

Implementation Project

Hands-on implementation of specific solutions with knowledge transfer to your team.

1-6 months

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Ongoing Advisory

Regular consultation and support as your trusted infrastructure advisor.

Retainer basis

Why Work With Me

The Value I Bring

Real-World Experience

Currently managing infrastructure at the University of Copenhagen and previously modernized systems for 600+ servers at Region of Northern Jutland.

Open Source Commitment

Deep commitment to ethical, sustainable open source solutions that avoid vendor lock-in and reduce licensing costs.

Unique Perspective

Background in sports science and teaching brings strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.

Holistic Approach

Technology should serve human needs - I ensure solutions are not just technically sound but also practical and user-friendly.

Technologies

Technology Stack

Platforms

RHEL • Ubuntu • Debian
VMware • Kubernetes
Docker • Podman

Automation

Ansible • Terraform
GitLab CI/CD • Jenkins
GitHub Actions

Languages

Python • Bash • Perl
YAML • JSON
SQL • REST APIs

Tools

NetBox • Git
Prometheus • Grafana
ELK Stack • vRealize

Get Started

Let's Discuss Your Infrastructure Challenges

Whether you need a comprehensive infrastructure overhaul or targeted improvements, I'm here to help you build reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions.

Based in Copenhagen, Denmark • Available for remote and on-site engagements