Mihai Saveanu

Systems and infrastructure professional with 20+ years of hands-on experience across Linux and Windows environments, multi-site networking, virtualization, containers, backup and technical support. Managed environments ranging from hundreds of endpoints and dozens of servers to distributed Linux fleets. Strong in structured troubleshooting, controlled changes, vendor coordination, documentation and hands-on deployment.

Recent work includes on-premise business applications and local LLM integrations, while retaining responsibility for architecture, testing, security, operations and outcomes.

IT Infrastructure & Automation Specialist at Confidential Private Client (2019-01 – 2025-12)

• Managed and modernized IT, telecom and connected technical infrastructure across a multi-building private estate.
• Designed and deployed wired and wireless networking, including a fibre backbone, UniFi switching and access points, VPN, segmentation and secure remote access.
• Administered Linux and Windows servers, Proxmox/KVM virtualization, self-hosted services, backup, monitoring and incident recovery.
• Integrated building automation and connected systems; coordinated vendors, documented changes and provided remote and on-site operational support.
• Diagnosed complex incidents spanning network, servers, endpoints and specialist equipment, then validated remediation end to end.

Systems & Infrastructure Consultant at DigiWays (2015-07 – Present)

• Provide infrastructure consulting and technical support for private clients and small businesses across Linux/Windows systems, networks, virtualization, VPN, backup, remote access and data recovery.
• Assess unstable or poorly documented environments, identify technical causes and dependencies, and deliver controlled remediation plans, implementation and validation.
• Design and integrate self-hosted services, networks and connected equipment; coordinate with vendors where responsibilities cross between infrastructure, applications and specialist systems.
• Build and operate local integrations using Docker, APIs, PostgreSQL/MariaDB/Redis and local LLMs, with controlled deployment, auditability and human approval.
• Manage projects from initial assessment and pilot through testing, documentation, handover and ongoing remote administration.

IT Administrator at First Logistics - Central University Library Project (2014-05 – 2015-03)

• Administered a multi-site environment of approximately 450 workstations and 19 servers connected through VPN.
• Migrated and improved Windows/Linux servers, backup, network redundancy, monitoring and security controls.
• Resolved hardware, software and network incidents and supported infrastructure modernization across locations.

Freelance IT Consultant at Independent Clients (2012-01 – 2014-05)

• Installed, maintained and troubleshot Windows/Linux systems, networks and servers for individual and business clients.
• Provided monitoring, remote support, data recovery and custom technical/electronic solutions for media production projects.

IT Administrator at Starmed General (2009-05 – 2011-12)

Network and endpoint administration, user support, technical procurement and internal IT consulting in a pharmaceutical environment.

IT Administrator at Digination - Ministry of Environment Project (2008-10 – 2009-05)

Supported an environment of approximately 465 workstations and 28 servers, including Windows/Linux systems, backup, monitoring and maintenance.

Technical Manager at VideoRent (2007-05 – 2008-10)

Coordinated technical teams and analysed, updated and monitored approximately 580 Linux systems distributed nationwide; scripting, VPN and process automation.

IT Administrator at Smart Telecom Solutions (2005-05 – 2008-10)

Administered networks, workstations and Linux servers; hardware and software maintenance. Concurrent with later project work.

IT Technician at Bennet Trade (2003-06 – 2005-05)

Installed and supported Windows/Linux systems, structured cabling and network equipment; worked with international suppliers.

IT Technician at Iren Computers (2000-08 – 2003-06)

Supported a client portfolio totalling approximately 620 workstations and 32 servers, including installation, networking, VPN, printers and maintenance.

Graduation diploma in Phytosanitary and Zooveterinary Inspection and Legislation – Bioterra, Bucharest (1999 – 2004)