Ciprian IT:
About The Team
Your Trusted IT Partner Since 2009
Meet the Executive Team:
Your IT Experts and Partners in Success
Get to know the talented team behind Ciprian IT—experts dedicated to your success, with a passion for technology and a few fun facts to share!
Chip F.
Chip Florian’s love for technology began in 1993 with his first Hewlett Packard desktop, setting him on a lifelong journey that led to the creation of Ciprian IT Technologies in 2009. With years of corporate experience trained by Microsoft Engineers and IT managers, Chip established Ciprian IT in Charlotte, NC, as a tech hub where passionate IT professionals could learn, grow, and contribute to a company dedicated to empowering businesses through strategic IT support.
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Under Chip’s leadership, Ciprian IT is not just a Managed Service Provider (MSP) but a center of innovation, fostering a community of talented technicians who share his commitment to client success. Serving industries such as Manufacturing, Finance, Healthcare, Hospitality and Professional Services, the Ciprian IT team offers a proactive approach, equipping clients to excel in a constantly evolving tech landscape.
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Outside of work, Chip is dedicated to his family, cheering on his daughters in club soccer and cross-country, enjoying European soccer leagues, and attending Charlotte FC games and country concerts together. For a trusted IT partner and a team committed to growth, contact Ciprian IT today to schedule a strategy session with Chip.
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Favorite food: Tomahawk steak with blue cheese sauce melted on top
Hates: Brussels sprouts
Loves: Family, Buffalo Bills and UNC
Favorite animals: Dogs
Favorite drink: Pellegrino water
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite app: FitRadio
Favorite thing: Sitting on the beach
What is the last thing you googled: Morgan Wallen tour 2025 dates
Favorite movie: Back to the Future
Mike H.
Mike is an accomplished IT professional with over 15 years of experience specializing in infrastructure management, networking, and technical support operations. He currently serves as the Director of Managed IT Services at Ciprian IT, where he oversees the operations of the technical services team, ensuring that all clients receive accurate, secure, and dependable support services.
He leads a growing team of Level 1–3 technicians, providing necessary escalations and ensuring that Ciprian IT’s quality service standards are consistently met. He also mentors staff, helps develop internal processes, and assists in consolidating best practices to achieve optimal results for clients.
Mike brings a wealth of experience across industries such as Healthcare, Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Professional Services. He has strong expertise in Microsoft 365, Windows Server, VMware, Hyper-V, SonicWall, Ubiquiti, and Cloud Infrastructure. He routinely engineers and maintains complex network environments, configures firewalls and VPNs, manages server migrations, and oversees backup and disaster recovery plans—all with a Security-First approach.
Mike is a proactive leader involved in client onboarding, project planning, and root cause analysis, serving as both a strategic technical advisor and a hands-on executor.
When he's not solving IT challenges, Mike enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, working on cars, and exploring the latest tech gadgets. Whether in the office or outside of it, Mike Brings the Same level of focus, curiosity, and commitment to everything he does.
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Favorite food: Nashville hot chicken with mac and cheese
Hates: Slow internet
Loves: Good conversation and tech gadgets
Favorite animals: Dogs (especially golden retrievers)
Favorite drink: Iced vanilla latte by day, Old Fashioned by night.
Favorite color: Midnight blue
Favorite app: Audible
Favorite thing: A quiet morning with coffee, music, and no notifications.
What is the last thing you googled: Best weekend getaways near Charlotte NC
Favorite movie: The Pursuit of Happyness
Katherine S.
Katie brings over 15 years of expertise in the Information Technology and Managed Services industry, with a focus on Cybersecurity and Financial Strategy. Her experience enables her to work with partners to secure data while strategically planning for potential risks, ensuring clients are protected against evolving threats. Katie’s approach goes beyond immediate solutions, offering a proactive stance on security to foster sustainable growth for each partner.
As a servant leader, Katie values collaboration, open communication, and empowerment within teams, creating an environment where each team member’s strengths contribute to shared success. Her leadership style is grounded in encouraging continuous improvement and collective responsibility. Passionate about community involvement, Katie is active in area chamber and women’s groups, and is deeply involved in student life with her daughters’ school and clubs. She is dedicated to enhancing awareness through educational initiatives that bring communities together, building confidence in the understanding of cybersecurity and financial strategies.
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​Favorite food: Lamb Lollipops
Hates: Ambiguity
Loves: Faith and Family
Favorite animals: Dogs
Favorite drink: Liquid I.V. Electrolyte Water
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite app: AmazonPrime
Favorite thing: Wineries
What is the last thing you googled: Wineries Near Me
Favorite movie: Mission Impossible Series
David R.
David is a versatile Network and Windows Administrator with 8 years of experience supporting and maintaining IT infrastructure in fast-paced business environments. At Ciprian IT, he is responsible for maintaining and optimizing client networks, managing Windows environments both in the cloud and on-site, and ensuring that systems remain secure, stable, and high performing at all times.
He has extensive experience in the deployment and management of Azure, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Windows Server environments. David is also highly skilled in building and securing network infrastructure using Cisco Products, Meraki and SonicWall firewalls and wireless systems. He is an expert in designing and supporting multi-site networks, implementing VPNs, and maintaining up time for both local and remote employees.
In addition to his infrastructure work, David administers and supports both Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, handling tasks ranging from user provisioning and mail flow to advanced troubleshooting, data migrations, and security configuration. Over the course of his career, he has served clients across a variety of industries, where network reliability, compliance, and cybersecurity are critical.
David is known for his methodical work style, meticulous documentation, and keen attention to detail. These strengths make him a valuable contributor to Ciprian IT’s mission of delivering secure, reliable, and high-performance IT infrastructure to every client. Outside of work, David enjoys experimenting with home lab setups, studying cybersecurity trends, and spending weekends outdoors with his family.
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Favorite food: BBQ ribs
Hates: Wasting time in traffic
Loves: Sunday afternoons with my kids
Favorite animals: German Shepherds
Favorite drink: Cold brew coffee
Favorite color: Olive Green
Favorite app: Wireshark
Favorite thing: Sitting around a firepit with good company and no agenda
What is the last thing you googled: How to build a raised garden bed
Favorite movie: Original Spiderman
Why Ciprian IT Is the Right Choice for Your Business
Ciprian IT was founded by Chip Florian with a vision to help businesses succeed by optimizing their IT and providing the support they need to grow. Today, Chip leads a skilled team of technicians dedicated to delivering top-tier IT solutions.
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We understand that IT is crucial for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to stay competitive and thrive. That’s why we offer expert guidance and proactive support that goes beyond just fixing issues—it empowers you to reach your full potential and seize new opportunities.
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When you partner with Ciprian IT, you’re not just getting a service provider—you’re gaining a trusted ally committed to your success. We believe in building long-term relationships because your achievements are integral to our own.
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Under Chip’s leadership, Ciprian IT takes a proactive approach, ensuring our partners are prepared to navigate the evolving technology landscape. Call us today to schedule an on-site visit or book a strategy session with Chip.
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We’ll conduct a detailed analysis of your current IT environment to identify vulnerabilities and define clear action steps.