Mar 2022 — present
Owner
Cloud Pioneer BV
Founder of Cloud Pioneer BV. Supporting organisations with cloud strategy and transformation in complex IT landscapes. Certified as Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) in 2025 for Azure training programmes.
Hi, I'm
Chiel Heusinkveld
IT & Cloud Architect
Freelance IT and Cloud Architect and Microsoft Certified Trainer. I support organisations with Cloud Strategy, Transformation and Azure migration programmes. From architecture to implementation.
Cloud Architecture & GovernanceMicrosoft Azure TrainingTransition & Transformation
14+
years of experience
6
active certifications
3
cloud platforms
IT & Cloud Architect
Chiel Heusinkveld
Cloud Pioneer BV
About me
I'm Chiel Heusinkveld, an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial IT and Cloud Architect with a strong focus on Public Cloud. With over 14 years of experience, I help organisations with Cloud Strategy and Transformation in complex IT landscapes.
I enjoy creating clarity in complex IT environments and I also like to stay close to the technology. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), I deliver Azure training to professionals who want to strengthen their cloud skills.
Who I am
“Curious, innovative and driven, with an eye for logical connections in complex environments. Sociable, pragmatic and not afraid to explore uncharted territory.”
- Azure Solution Architect Expert
- Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- 14+ years of IT experience
The pioneer finding its path
Finding new ways through complex IT and Cloud landscapes
No blueprint, just a clear course, candid advice and the nerve to walk unfamiliar grounds.
My approachWhat I do
Broad expertise in Cloud Architecture, Security and Transformation
Cloud Strategy & Advisory
Strategic advice for cloud migrations, vendor selection, RFP processes, Well-Architected reviews, AI and Observability strategy.
Cloud Architecture
Designing scalable, secure and cost-efficient cloud solutions on Azure. From landing zones to edge computing. With the focus on Microsoft Azure solutions.
Cloud Security
Security assessments, identity management, policy management, threat protection and compliance in the cloud. CCSP certified.
Infrastructure Development
Advisory in automating infrastructure with Bicep, Terraform, Kubernetes, Helm, Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines and AI (Vibe Coding).
Azure Training
Microsoft Certified Trainer for AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-305 and AZ-500. Practical and fully tailored.
Network Architecture
Broad experience with network implementations, including cloud networking, SD-WAN solutions and zero-trust implementations.
Tech stack & platforms
Microsoft AzureKubernetesTerraformAzure DevOpsVMwareAI Architecture
Experience
14+ years in IT, cloud and architecture
Certifications
Active, industry-recognised certifications
MCT
Microsoft Certified Trainer
Microsoft
AZ-305
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft
CCSP
Certified Cloud Security Professional
(ISC)²
DP-900
Azure Data Fundamentals
Microsoft
ITIL
ITIL® V3 Foundation
AXELOS
PRINCE2
PRINCE2 Foundation
AXELOS
My approach
How I work on projects
01
Explore & understand
I always start by properly understanding the situation: what are the goals, challenges and context? No assumptions.
02
Analyse & advise
Based on the exploration, I analyse the options and provide clear, practical advice with trade-offs and risks.
03
Design & elaborate
I design the solution at the right level of detail, from architecture choices, drawings to details for implementation.
04
Guide & safeguard
I stay involved as architect to safeguard the architecture during execution. I support engineers, identify risks early and ensure business impact is mitigated in time.