Daniël Tromp

Daniël Tromp

Technical Lead Global Systems Infrastructure

About Me

As a tech enthusiast who has been riding the wave since the 90s, I've accumulated over two decades of professional experience in IT. My career has evolved from traditional systems to cutting-edge cloud technologies and AI solutions, always driven by a passion for innovation.

It all began with a curiosity to understand how things work, which led me from mechanical engineering to IT infrastructure design. Over the years, I've worn many hats—from troubleshooter and senior engineer to infrastructure architect and product developer. My specialty is solving complex IT infrastructure performance challenges and analyzing problems by connecting user experience with underlying systems.

Technology inspires me by creating opportunities to bridge gaps—whether it's translating developer needs into infrastructure requirements or turning complex technical challenges into practical, scalable, and reusable solutions. I approach problems with analytical thinking and pragmatic execution, always keeping the bigger picture in mind.

What I Do

Cloud Architecture & Strategy

Extensive expertise in VMware, hybrid environments, and cloud technologies. Designing scalable solutions that bridge traditional infrastructure with modern cloud paradigms.

AI & Machine Learning

Combining infrastructure expertise with AI capabilities, developing solutions using TensorFlow, OpenCV, and custom Python frameworks for modern applications.

Performance Optimization

Specializing in analyzing and resolving complex infrastructure performance challenges, from storage systems to complete cloud environments.

Technical Problem Solving

As a veteran troubleshooter and solution architect, excelling at breaking down complex technical challenges into systematic approaches.

Expertise

VMware Infrastructure

vSphere VCF/SDDC vSAN NSX-T vCloud Director VMware Aria Horizon VDI

AI & Machine Learning

ChatGPT Claude OpenAI API Llama/Ollama TensorFlow OpenCV

Storage & Hardware

Pure Storage NetApp Dell Tintri IBM AFA Cisco UCS HPE

Backup & DR

VCDA Veeam B&R Zerto Rubrik Commvault

Development & Automation

PowerShell Python Bash Docker Ansible Zabbix NetBox

Operating Systems

Windows Server Windows Desktop Linux Solaris

IT Frameworks

Agile/Scrum ITIL Prince2 TOGAF

Experience

20+ Years
Jul 2025 — Present

Enreach

Technical Lead Global Systems Infrastructure

Leading a team of 5 engineers responsible for enterprise IT infrastructure including VMware environments, storage systems (Dorado, NetApp, Ceph), monitoring via Zabbix, and datacenter operations across multiple locations. Developing Atlas, an integrated infrastructure management platform connecting vCenter, NetBox, Zabbix, Jira, and Confluence.

VMware vSphere Zabbix NetBox Python/FastAPI Team Leadership
Aug 2023 — Jul 2025

KPN

Senior DevOps Engineer

Working in the Datacenter Infra, Private Cloud department within OnePlatform using Agile/Scrum. Responsible for critical KPN infrastructure and systems. Leading role within the team, coaching and guiding engineers alongside technical responsibilities. Managing VMware IaaS platform for external customers in KPN Datacenters.

VCF/SDDC vSAN NSX-T VCD AVI vROPS
Nov 2022 — Aug 2023

Exact

Senior Consultant

Responsible for VMware vRealize Automation, NAS migration projects, and quality control documentation. Mapping systems, planning upgrades, and creating integrations. Managing 2000+ VMs across datacenters in Zeist and Singapore.

vRA/vRO vRLCM Rubrik PureStorage NetApp
May 2022 — Sep 2022

Vancis

Technical Consultant

Led optimization of NetApp SolidFire storage experiencing performance issues during backup windows. Developed backup solutions with Veeam and provided vCloud optimization proposals. Environment: 2000+ physical servers, 10,000+ VMs across 3 datacenters.

NetApp SolidFire Veeam vCloud Cisco UCS
Jan 2020 — Jan 2022

Uniserver / Denit

Cloud Engineer

VMware vSphere and vCloud maintenance, server (Dell) and storage (IBM, Tintri, NetApp) capacity expansion. After Uniserver acquisition in 2021, handled infrastructure transfer and vCloud knowledge transfer. Wrote advanced troubleshooting and upgrade documentation. Environment: 3000+ physical servers across 5 datacenters.

HPE 3PAR IBM V7000 NSX-V Zerto Python
Jan 2019 — Jan 2020

Search & Resolve

Consultant, Engineer, Architect

Independent ICT Engineer, Consultant and Architect with expertise in VMware & Microsoft. Applied AI/ML technologies including OpenCV, TensorFlow for computer vision projects.

AI/ML Python Docker TensorFlow
Jan 2017 — Jan 2019

Sabbatical

Career Development & Training

Broadened expertise with training in Python, Machine Learning (TensorFlow), facial recognition, and computer vision technologies. Developed skills in data and media analysis including unsupervised clustering and supervised identification/tracking on live surveillance systems.

Jan 2014 — Dec 2016

Pure Storage

Pre-Sales Engineer

Part of Pure Storage HQ in Silicon Valley, handling engineering in BeNeLux. Technical translation for customers and liaising with US developers. Supporting local sales and training partners/customers on Pure Storage array installation, usage, and troubleshooting.

Pure Storage SolidFire XtremIO FC/iSCSI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2014

CGI

IT Infrastructure Architect

Focused on Server-Based Computing, VDI, Cloud, and Virtualization. Deployed at organizations experiencing growth challenges, identifying weakest links and developing implementation/transition proposals. Clients included ABN, ING, Geld Service Nederland. Served as Knowledge Leader Virtualization for all CGI Netherlands.

IBM Storwize IBM Flex Horizon VDI TOGAF
Jan 2008 — Jan 2012

Vancis - a Sara company

Senior System Engineer Cloud Strategy

Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a scalable VMware vSphere Farm exposed through InContinuum CloudPortal. Pre-Sales Consultancy for customers and partners. Strategy role covering Portfolio management and Innovation research. Designed and built a cloud environment scaling to 2000+ VMs, serving 200+ partners and 200+ customers.

Cloud Design Pure Storage vPlex Cisco UCS
Jan 2007 — Jan 2008

Cards ICT Solutions

IT Consultant

Guided SunRay projects domestically and internationally in collaboration with Sun Microsystems, from pre-sales to delivery. Contributed to the development of Sun VDI solution.

Sun SGD SunRay Sun VDI 3PAR

Certifications

VCP
VMware Certified Professional
2009 — present
VRA
vRealize Automation ICM v8.3
2021
VCD
VMware Cloud Director ICM
2021
MCSE
Cloud Platform & Infrastructure
2017
PS
Pure Storage Sales Engineer
2015
TOG
TOGAF 9 Foundation
2014
UCS
Cisco UCS Design Specialist
2012
P2
Prince2 Foundation
2012
ITL
ITIL Foundation
2005

Education

2002 — 2007
HBO - Network Infrastructure Design
Hogeschool Zuyd, Heerlen
1998 — 2002
MBO - Mechanical Engineering
Leeuwenborgh, Maastricht

Languages

Dutch
English
German