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With 12+ years of experience, I specialize in Windows, Linux, Network & Virtualization including VMware, Hyper-v, Proxmox and enterprise IT management to deliver secure, high-performance, and scalable infrastructures.
💻 Services that, I Provide:
1️⃣ Windows Server & Active Directory Management
🔹 Active Directory installation, Group Policies, and Trust Relationships
🔹 Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019, 2022) – Setup, Configuration & Management
🔹 Failover Clustering for High Availability & Disaster Recovery
🔹 DNS & DHCP – Installation, Configuration & Troubleshooting
🔹 File Server & Print Server Deployment & Optimization
🔹 PowerShell Scripting for Automation & Task Optimization
🔹 Microsoft Exchange Server Administration
🔹 Exchange Server – Installation, Migration & Maintenance (2013, 2016, 2019)
🔹 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) & Certificate Services Administration
🔹 Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) – Deployment & Management
🔹 SSL/TLS Configuration for Secure Communications
🔹 Windows Print Server – Installation & Configuration
2️⃣ Linux & Web Server Administration
🔹 Linux Administration – RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS
🔹 User & Group Management – Permissions, ACLs & Access Control
🔹 Package Management – Yum, APT, DNF & Zypper
🔹 Web Servers – NGINX, Apache, IHS, OHS (Proxy & SSL Configuration)
🔹 Middleware – Tomcat, JBoss, GlassFish
🔹 System Performance Tuning – Optimization & Security Enhancements
3️⃣ Network Administration & Engineering
🔹Routing & Switching (Cisco, Juniper, MikroTik, Arista, Huawei)
🔹L2/L3 Network Design, NAT, VLAN, Trunking
🔹L4/L7 Firewall Policy Configuration (Cisco ASA, Fortinet, Huawei USG)
🔹VPN (IPSec, OpenVPN, WireGuard), Load Balancing & HA
🔹SD-WAN Deployment & NSX / NSX-T Micro-Segmentation
🔹TP-Link Omada EAP, Switch, Router Setup & Integration
🔹Network Monitoring & Optimization using SNMP, NetFlow, Syslog
4️⃣VMware, Proxmox & Hyper-V Virtualization Expertise
🔹 VMware ESXi, vCenter, NSX, vSAN & Horizon deployment and management
🔹 High Availability, DRS, VLANs, firewall rules & AD integration in VMware
🔹 Proxmox with LXC/KVM, Ceph storage & HA cluster configuration
🔹 Hyper-V setup with clustering, Live Migration & Azure hybrid integration
🔹 Veeam Backup for VMware & Proxmox with DR & secure backup planning
🔹 iSCSI/Fibre Channel SAN, snapshot management & storage optimization
🔹 Strong in VM hardening, disaster recovery & performance tuning
5️⃣ Middleware, Messaging, Database & Storage Expertise
🔹 Hands-on with Oracle WebLogic, IBM WebSphere & IBM MQ for enterprise deployments
🔹 Skilled in SSL/TLS, clustering, JDBC, JMS & thread pool tuning
🔹 Strong in log analysis, performance tuning & system hardening
🔹 Database admin for Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB & Firebase
🔹 Backup, replication & failover strategies for high availability
🔹 Expertise in TrueNAS, Nextcloud & Tailscale for secure storage
🔹 Hybrid cloud setup with file sharing, sync & redundancy features
6️⃣ System Hardening, Security Automation & AI Integration
🔹 Hardening Windows/Linux systems with Firewalld, IPTables, GPOs
🔹 Implementing NIST & CIS benchmarks, audits & patch compliance
🔹 Python/Bash scripting for automation, log analysis & threat hunting
🔹 AI/ML expertise in NLP, CNN, GNN, anomaly detection & automation
🔹 Chatbot & LLM integration for support, task automation & fine-tuning
🔹 PydanticAI for secure AI output validation & model optimization
🔹 Simulation research in AI, VANET, 4G/5G using MATLAB & OMNeT++
🚀 Why Choose Me?
✔ 12+ years of enterprise IT experience in Windows, Linux & Cloud
✔ Proven expertise in troubleshooting & optimizing IT infrastructures
✔ Strong security focus – Ensuring system stability & compliance
✔ Efficient automation – Using PowerShell & Bash scripting
💬Just hit the CHAT button and DISCUSS your custom requirements.
Windows Server
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Exchange Server
Microsoft IIS
Microsoft Windows PowerShell
SSL Certificate
Linux System Administration
Network Administration
Firewall
Fortinet
Router
Cisco
VMware Administration
Proxmox VE
VMware NSX
Imam D.
Karachi, Pakistan
$35/hr
5.0
65 jobs
I provide reliable Cloud, ERP, VPN, Firewall, Backup, Remote Access, and IT Infrastructure solutions for businesses.
I help companies set up, secure, manage, and troubleshoot their IT systems including servers, cloud hosting, VPN, firewalls, backup solutions, RDP access, Proxmox infrastructure, ERPNext hosting, accounting software, and monthly IT support SLA.
My services include:
• Cloud server setup and management
• Dedicated and standard server configuration
• Proxmox infrastructure deployment and support
• Hetzner cloud support
• OpenVPN and remote access setup
• Fortinet firewall configuration and troubleshooting
• RDP users and CAL services support
• ERPNext hosting and rental-based ERP/accounting software
• Accounting and inventory software support
• SSL security setup
• Veeam and Nakivo backup configuration
• Backup storage and file server solutions
• Windows and Linux server support
• IT troubleshooting and end-user support
• Monthly IT support SLA for businesses
I focus on secure, stable, and business-ready solutions. My goal is to provide clean deployment, proper documentation, reliable troubleshooting, and long-term support for clients.
If you need help with cloud hosting, VPN, firewall, remote access, ERP hosting, backup, or complete IT infrastructure, I can support you from planning to deployment and ongoing maintenance.
Let’s discuss your requirement and build a reliable solution for your business.
Windows Server
System Administration
Ubuntu
Linux
Technical Support
Server Administration
Cloud Computing
Proxmox VE
Virtualization
Backup & Migration
Veeam
Backup Administration
IT Support
Windows 10 Administration
Windows 11 Administration
Tech & IT
Microsoft Windows
Server
Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager
System Installation & Upgrades
Izhar H.
Karachi, Pakistan
$40/hr
5.0
22 jobs
Experienced System Administrator with comprehensive expertise in managing, maintaining, and optimizing complex IT infrastructures. Specialized in enterprise-level server administration, cloud computing, and implementing robust security solutions. Committed to delivering reliable, scalable, and cost-effective IT solutions that align with business objectives.
--- CORE COMPETENCIES
-- System Administration:
- Windows Server Administration (2012/2016/2019/2022)
- Linux Server Management (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian)
- Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy Management
- User Account Management and Access Control
- System Performance Tuning and Optimization
-- Cloud Infrastructure:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) - EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM
- Microsoft Azure - VMs, Storage, Azure AD, Networking
- Google Cloud Platform - Compute, Storage, Networking
- Cloud Migration and Hybrid Cloud Implementation
- Cost Optimization and Resource Management
-- Virtualization & Containerization:
- VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Docker and Kubernetes
- Container Orchestration and Management
- Virtual Machine Deployment and Maintenance
-- Network Administration:
- Network Configuration and Troubleshooting
- Firewall Configuration and Management
- VPN Setup and Administration
- Load Balancing and High Availability
- Network Security and Monitoring
--- TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux (Multiple Distributions), Unix, macOS
- Database Systems: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MariaDB
- Web Servers: Apache, Nginx, IIS, Tomcat, LiteSpeed
- Monitoring Tools: Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, DataDog, New Relic
- Backup Solutions: Veeam, Acronis, Bacula, AWS Backup, Azure Backup
- Automation Tools: Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, Bash Scripting, Python
- Security Tools: Firewall Management, SSL/TLS, VPN Technologies, Security Auditing
- Collaboration: Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, Google Workspace
--- SERVICES PROVIDED
-- Infrastructure Setup & Configuration
- Server deployment and initial configuration
- Network architecture design and implementation
- Storage solution setup (SAN/NAS/DAS)
-- Maintenance & Support
- 24/7 system monitoring and alerting
- Regular maintenance and updates
- Performance optimization and troubleshooting
- Incident management and resolution
-- Cloud Services
- Cloud migration planning and execution
- Multi-cloud environment management
- Cloud cost optimization
- Disaster recovery setup
-- Security Implementation
- Security assessment and hardening
- Backup and recovery strategy
- Compliance management
- Access control and authentication
-- Documentation & Reporting
- System documentation and runbooks
- Regular performance reports
- Capacity planning reports
- Incident and change management documentation
--- PROJECT EXPERIENCE
- Successfully managed IT infrastructure for organizations ranging from startups to enterprises
- Implemented high-availability solutions achieving 99.9% uptime SLA
- Executed seamless cloud migrations with zero data loss
- Designed and deployed disaster recovery solutions
- Automated routine tasks reducing manual intervention by 70%
- Optimized infrastructure costs resulting in 30-40% reduction in IT expenses
--- PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
-- Planning & Analysis
- Thorough assessment of current infrastructure
- Identification of improvement opportunities
- Strategic planning aligned with business goals
-- Implementation
- Methodical deployment following best practices
- Minimal disruption to business operations
- Comprehensive testing and validation
-- Support & Optimization
- Proactive monitoring and maintenance
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Regular performance reviews and optimization
--- CERTIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- CompTIA Server+ and Network+
- ITIL Foundation Certified
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
--- AVAILABILITY & TERMS
-- Engagement Types:
- Hourly consultations
- Fixed-price projects
- Monthly retainer agreements
- Emergency support services
-- Communication:
- Daily status updates
- Weekly progress reports
- Available via Upwork messages, email, Slack
- Video conferencing for meetings
-- Working Hours:
- Flexible schedule across time zones
- Emergency support available 24/7
- Response time within 2-4 hours
-- WHY WORK WITH ME:
Proven Track Record: Extensive experience managing diverse IT environments
Reliable & Responsive: Quick turnaround times and consistent communication
Cost-Effective Solutions: Focus on ROI and operational efficiency
Security-First Approach: Emphasis on data protection and compliance
Documentation: Comprehensive documentation for all implementations
Knowledge Transfer: Training and support for your team
Contact me today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward optimizing your IT infrastructure.
Domain Migration
Microsoft Outlook
System Administration
Desktop Support
Windows Administration
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Office
Office 365
Technical Support
Fortinet
Firewall
VMware Administration
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
Microsoft Azure Administration
VPN
Zain A.
Faisalabad, Pakistan
$30/hr
5.0
91 jobs
I migrate, harden, and run hybrid infrastructure across AWS, VMware, and Proxmox so you get one architect for both your cloud and your on-prem stack instead of stitching together three specialists. Whether you're moving on-prem workloads to AWS, building a Proxmox or VMware cluster, recovering a broken Linux server, or automating deployments with Ansible and CI/CD, I've done it across 85 completed jobs at a 100% Job Success score.
13+ years of hands-on enterprise infrastructure experience, AWS-certified (Solutions Architect, SysOps, Developer) and KCNA, with real production work behind every claim below.
Cloud & migration
On-prem ↔ AWS migrations (MGN/DRS), EC2, ECS/Fargate, Lightsail, CloudFront, NGINX, SSL/certificate setup, and AWS backup configuration. I've moved live workloads both directions AWS to on-prem and Dell PowerEdge to consolidated micro-servers without losing data or uptime.
Virtualization
Proxmox (installs, v6→v8 upgrades, cluster setup, VM/VMDK exports from AMI) and VMware (vCenter/ESXi cluster setup, vSphere, VMDK migrations). This is repeat work for me, not a side skill.
Disaster recovery & resilience
Tested DR with real RTO/RPO targets, warm-standby and pilot-light patterns, and backup strategies that actually restore verified, not assumed.
DevOps & automation
Ansible-first configuration automation, Docker and Docker Swarm, Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, and containerized deployments. I automate the repeatable so your team stops doing it by hand.
Linux & hardening
Server hardening, security baselines, performance tuning, hosting stacks (Plesk, cPanel), and monitoring with DataDog across Ubuntu, RHEL/CentOS, and SUSE.
What clients consistently say: clear communication, reliable delivery, and solving the actual problem instead of the surface symptom.
Send me a short description of your environment and what you're trying to achieve. I'll reply with a straight assessment and an honest recommendation on whether I'm the right fit usually within a few hours.
Amazon Web Services
AWS Server Migration
Cloud Migration
Disaster Recovery
Proxmox VE
VMWare
Virtualization
System Administration
Linux System Administration
Ansible
Docker
DevOps Engineering
Kubernetes
Infrastructure as Code
CI/CD
Veeam
Cloud Security
Windows Server
Cloud Architecture
cPanel
Muhammad A.
Karachi, Pakistan
$18/hr
5.0
7 jobs
Need an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer to manage your Microsoft 365 environment, Windows Servers, cloud infrastructure, or MSP operations?
Why clients choose me:
✔ Top Rated Plus Freelancer with a 100% Job Success Score
✔ 8+ Years of Professional Experience in IT Infrastructure & MSP Support
✔ Successfully Delivered Microsoft 365, Cloud, Infrastructure & Security Projects
✔ Expertise in Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Entra ID, Intune, VMware, Proxmox & Veeam
✔ Focused on secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions with minimal downtime
✔ Long-Term Technical Support
✔ Fast Response & Clear Communication
✔ Strong Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving Skills
I help businesses and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) build, secure, migrate, and optimize reliable IT environments that reduce downtime, strengthen security, and improve productivity. With over 8 years of professional experience, I have successfully delivered Microsoft 365, Windows Server, virtualization, networking, cloud, and security solutions for businesses across multiple industries.
As a Top Rated Plus freelancer with a 100% Job Success Score, I focus on delivering reliable solutions, clear communication, and long-term support.
I can help you with:
• Microsoft 365 Administration
• Microsoft Entra ID & Intune
• Windows Server Administration
• Active Directory
• VMware, Hyper-V & Proxmox
• Network Administration
• Veeam Backup & Disaster Recovery
• Wazuh SIEM & Security Monitoring
• ISO 27001 Security Controls
• MSP Operations & RMM Management
• NinjaOne RMM
• Bitdefender GravityZone
• MSP360 Backup
• Remote IT Support
• IT Documentation & SOP Development
How I Work
• Understand your requirements and current environment.
• Assess challenges, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Design a practical, secure, and scalable solution.
• Implement, migrate, or optimize the required systems.
• Document changes and provide ongoing support as needed.
Recent Project Highlights
• Deployed a private cloud infrastructure using Proxmox on Hetzner Dedicated Servers and migrated on-premises workloads to the cloud.
• Migrated organizations from On-Premises Active Directory to Microsoft Entra ID, including user identities, device migration, and Microsoft 365 integration.
• Implemented ISO/IEC 27001 aligned IT security controls, including MFA, endpoint protection, backup strategies, access control, vulnerability remediation, and security hardening.
• Designed and deployed Wazuh SIEM for centralized security monitoring across Windows Servers, Linux Servers, Docker environments, and Microsoft 365.
• Managed Microsoft 365 environments, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, licensing, and tenant administration.
• Implemented Microsoft Intune for device enrollment, compliance policies, endpoint security, and centralized management.
• Deployed and managed VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, and Proxmox virtualization environments with Veeam Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions.
• Configured enterprise networks, including routers, switches, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, DNS, and DHCP for secure and reliable connectivity.
Whether you need Microsoft 365 administration, cloud migration, Windows Server management, virtualization, networking, security implementation, or ongoing MSP support, I'm committed to delivering reliable solutions that help your business succeed.
Ready to improve your IT infrastructure, security, or Microsoft 365 environment?
Click "Invite to Job" or book a consultation to discuss your requirements and receive practical recommendations tailored to your business.
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Exchange Online
Windows Server
System Administration
Microsoft Azure
IT Infrastructure
VMWare
Proxmox VE
Veeam
Cybersecurity Management
Microsoft Active Directory
Technical Support
Network Administration
Microsoft Azure Administration
Qaisar N.
Lahore, Pakistan
$30/hr
4.9
211 jobs
Hi, I’m Qaisar a senior System & Cloud Engineer + Full-Stack Developer with 10+ years of hands-on experience helping businesses build, migrate, automate, and scale their technology with confidence.
I work with startups and growing companies that want reliable systems, secure infrastructure, and software that actually works in production not fragile setups or demo-only solutions.
🔹 What I Do Best
Cloud, IT & Systems Administration
Google Workspace setup, administration & complex migrations
(Workspace ↔ Workspace, cPanel/IMAP → Workspace, Google → Microsoft 365)
Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server & Active Directory
Email deliverability & security: SPF, DKIM, DMARC, MX, DNS
VMware virtualization, server optimization & infrastructure planning
Backup & disaster recovery with Veeam
Firewalls & networking: pfSense, MikroTik, VPNs, VLANs, load balancing
👉 Result: Secure, downtime-free environments with clean migrations and zero data loss
Full-Stack Development & AI Automation
Build production-ready SaaS apps, dashboards & internal tools
Automate manual workflows using AI & event-driven automation
Integrate AI into real business systems (not experiments)
Tech Stack
Frontend & Backend: React, Node.js, TypeScript, Express
AI & Automation: OpenAI API, LangChain, RAG pipelines, n8n, Agentic AI
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Pinecone
DevOps: Docker, CI/CD, cloud deployment & server management
Integrations: REST/GraphQL APIs, Webhooks, CRMs, ERPs, Slack, MS Teams
👉 Result: Systems that save time, reduce tools, and scale cleanly
✅ What Clients Like About Working With Me
Clear communication & honest timelines
Strong planning before execution
Deep technical knowledge across IT + software + cloud
Long-term mindset systems built to grow, not break
“Get it done” attitude with real ownership
🏢 About My Team
I run Sysconnects, a small, focused team delivering cloud engineering, full-stack development, and AI-driven automation.
When needed, I can scale quickly with experienced resources without sacrificing quality.
If you need one person who understands infrastructure and software, I’m here to help.
System Administration
Server Virtualization
VMware Administration
End User Technical Support
Server Administration
Microsoft Hyper-V Server
Windows Administration
Network Administration
IT Support
Google Workspace Administration
Google Workspace
Node.js
React
Full-Stack Development
AI Agent Development
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