Kishore Thota

Kishore Thota is a distinguished Systems Architect and Infrastructure Consultant with over eight years of experience leading transformative IT initiatives across healthcare and education sectors. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Bridgeport and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from MLR Institute of Technology. Based in Toronto, Canada, Kishore is the Founder of Exotic IT Services Corporation, where he spearheads complex infrastructure modernization projects. Kishore has led strategic consulting engagements for institutions such as New York Medical College and the University of Bridgeport. His work includes deploying HIPAA-compliant Microsoft 365 environments, implementing hybrid cloud identity solutions using ADFS and Azure AD, and reducing disaster recovery risks with advanced backup systems. He architected a secure identity platform that manages provisioning for over 6,000 users, earning him recognition from the CIO of University of Bridgeport for enhancing operational resilience. Previously, at Hi-Link Technology Group, Kishore directed the rollout of Citrix virtualization and hybrid cloud frameworks, integrating zero-trust policies and automating system configurations using PowerShell and Ansible. Kishore is recognized for aligning IT architecture with business goals, enabling secure, scalable systems that support long-term digital transformation. His leadership in developing standards, mentoring engineers, and executing high-impact solutions has earned commendations from senior IT leaders across multiple organizations. He is a member of the American Society for Electrical Engineers and holds certifications in Microsoft MCSE and RHEL 7.0. Kishore’s innovation, technical expertise, and leadership make him a standout contributor in the global technology landscape.