Chris H.

About Chris H.

With over 25 years of experience in Information Technology, I bring deep expertise as both an engineer and architect in the Microsoft 365 cloud platform. I specialize in designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable solutions across messaging, security, and administration for leading global organizations. Currently, I serve as a Senior Microsoft 365 Engineer at Sunbelt Rentals, where I focus on delivering enterprise-grade solutions that empower teams and drive innovation. I\'m also actively involved in the administration and development of Microsoft Copilot, integrating AI-powered capabilities that enhance productivity and streamline collaboration across the enterprise.

Experience

1. Founder, IT Generalist, Solution and Modern Workplace Architect

   Hoche Cloud It Services

   Jan 2018 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Founded and operated an independent Microsoft 365 consulting practice supporting small businesses and non-profit organizations• Designed and deployed net new Microsoft 365 tenants for startups and newly formed companies• Implemented Entra ID, MFA, and basic security posture aligned to small business risk profiles• Delivered Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive solutions to enable modern collaboration• Provided tenant governance, licensing guidance, and cost-conscious design for smaller organizations• Served as trusted advisor from initial setup through steady state operations, documentation, and support

Education

• ECPI University

  Certificate, Cisco Routing and Switching (CCNA)

  2004 — 2005

• New Horizons Computer Learning Center

  Certificate, Microsoft Exchange 2010 Administration

  2011 — 2011

• Kantonsschule Frauenfeld

  Business - Switzerland

  1996 — 1999

• Central Piedmont Community College

  Marketing & Retail

  1999 — 2002

• Central Piedmont Community College

  Bachelor's degree, Network Administration & Support

  2001 — 2003

• New Horizons Computer Learning Center

  Certificate, Microsoft Exchange 2003 Administration

  2004 — 2004

Skills

• Data Center
• Microsoft Technologies
• Wds
• System Administration
• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Office 2013
• Microsoft Exchange
• Exchange Online
• Security Compliance
• Cloud Computing Iaas
• Office 365
• Administration
• Hyper-V
• Domain Name System (Dns)
• Tcp/Ip
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (Dhcp)
• Lan/Wan
• Antivirus
• Hosted Email
• Dns
• Documentation
• Exchange 2010
• Proofpoint
• Software Documentation
• Dhcp
• Cloud Computing
• Saas
• Virtualization
• Vmware
• Server Architecture
• Mobile Device Management
• Microsoft Office
• Group Policy
• Server Administration
• Network Administration
• Project Management
• Switches
• System Deployment