As a dedicated and customer‑focused IT Specialist, I deliver end‑to‑end cloud, infrastructure, and security solutions that help businesses stay productive, secure, and future‑ready. With 14+ years of hands‑on experience across Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, Windows Server, and enterprise security, I ensure every client receives reliable, efficient, and scalable IT outcomes.
My approach is simple:
👉 Maximize uptime
👉 Strengthen security
👉 Enhance user experience
👉 Deliver consistent, proactive IT support
🔹 Core Areas of Expertise
☁️ Cloud & Modern Workplace
Microsoft 365 / Office 365 Administration
Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, license management, and tenant optimization.
Exchange Online Migration
Cutover, Staged, and Hybrid migrations — seamless mailbox transfers with zero downtime.
Azure Cloud Services
Virtual Machines, Web Apps, Storage, Recovery Services Vault, Service Bus, and cost optimization.
Azure Active Directory (AAD)
Secure identity management with Conditional Access, MFA, SSO, and role-based access.
Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager
Device compliance, security baselines, configuration profiles, app deployment, and mobile device management.
Windows Autopilot
Zero‑touch provisioning, standardized device rollout, automation, and endpoint readiness.
Email Security
Anti‑spam/anti‑phishing configuration, Defender for Office 365, DKIM, DMARC, SPF hardening, and secure mail flow.
G Suite / Google Workspace
Setup, migration, administration, and workflow improvements.
🏢 On-Premises Infrastructure
Windows Server (2003–2025) – Installation, configuration, patching & optimization
Active Directory Domain Services (ADDS) – Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, domain hardening
RDS (Remote Desktop Services) – Secure remote access setup
WDS (Windows Deployment Services) – Automated OS deployment
File, Print & Application Servers – Centralized, secure, and optimized configurations
Desktop Support (L1–L3) – Fast & proactive issue resolution for all end-user environments
🔒 Network & Security Solutions
Firewall Configuration & Management
Expertise in WatchGuard, Fortinet, security policies, VPN, traffic rules, and threat prevention.
Azure Security Center & Microsoft Defender
Threat analytics, vulnerability management, secure score improvements, and compliance enforcement.
Backup & Recovery Solutions
DPM, Symantec Backup Exec, Windows Server Backup, Datto, MSP360 — complete continuity planning.
Access Control & System Hardening
BitLocker, GPO security, RBAC, and best-practice-driven security design.
⚙️ Additional Skills
Server & Network Performance Optimization
Virtualization & Hybrid Cloud Integrations (On‑prem + Azure)
Incident, Problem & Change Management (L1/L2/L3)
Root Cause Analysis & Long-term Fix Implementation
🚀 Why Work With Me?
✔️ 12+ years of real-world IT experience
✔️ Strong Microsoft 365 & Azure technical background
✔️ Proven ability to design secure, stable & high-performing infrastructures
✔️ Excellent communication, documentation, and client service
✔️ Commitment to reliability, transparency & continuous improvement
🤝 Let’s Work Together
Whether you need Exchange Online migration, Autopilot deployment, Microsoft 365 management, Azure setup, firewall configuration, Windows Server optimization, or ongoing tech support, I can help you build a secure, efficient, and future-ready IT environment.
📩 Let’s connect and elevate your IT infrastructure to the next level.
Windows Server
Microsoft Windows
System Administration
Microsoft Exchange Server
Microsoft Exchange Online
Microsoft Server
Office 365
Google Workspace
SSL Certificate
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft IIS
Network Administration
DNS
Troubleshooting
Gulab Y.
Delhi, India
$20/hr
5.0
6 jobs
Are you looking for a Microsoft 365 and Windows Server expert who can solve your IT infrastructure problems quickly and securely?
I'm Gulab Yadav, a Microsoft 365 & Windows System Administrator with 10+ years of hands-on experience helping businesses manage Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Active Directory, Windows Servers, and Google Workspace environments.
I specialize in:
✔ Microsoft 365 (Office 365) Administration
✔ Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 Migration
✔ Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
✔ Active Directory Installation & Troubleshooting
✔ Group Policy (GPO)
✔ Windows Server 2012/2016/2019/2022
✔ Exchange Online
✔ Outlook Troubleshooting
✔ DNS, DHCP & File Server
✔ VMware ESXi & Hyper-V
✔ Microsoft Teams & SharePoint
✔ SPF, DKIM & DMARC Configuration
✔ Microsoft Intune (Basic Configuration)
Why clients choose me:
✅ 10+ Years of Professional Experience
✅ 100% Job Success on Upwork
✅ Fast Response Time
✅ Clear Communication
✅ Secure Remote Support
✅ Long-Term Technical Support
✅ Focus on solving the root cause, not just temporary fixes
I have successfully completed Microsoft 365 migrations, Active Directory deployments, Windows Server administration, email troubleshooting, and cloud migration projects for businesses of different sizes.
Whether you need to migrate from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365, fix Active Directory issues, configure Exchange Online, deploy Windows Servers, or troubleshoot Microsoft infrastructure, I'm here to help.
Need help with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure AD, or Windows Server?
Send me a message, and I'll help you find the best solution for your business.
Windows Server
DHCP
DNS
Microsoft Active Directory
Office 365
Server & Virtualization Software
IT Support
System Security
Google Workspace Administration
Microsoft Exchange Online
Ezra P.
Fredericksburg, Virginia
$35/hr
5.0
6 jobs
Experienced IT Technician | Microsoft 365, Networking, Remote Support
I'm a Level 2 IT Support professional with over 7 years of experience in managing Microsoft 365 environments, troubleshooting complex networking issues, and delivering high-quality remote technical support.
Core Skills:
Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, Intune)
VPN, DNS, DHCP, and Firewall configuration
PowerShell scripting for automation
Windows 10/11, Azure AD, Entra ID
Remote support tools: AnyDesk, TeamViewer, Quick Assist
I’ve worked with organizations from startups to enterprises, always focusing on fast issue resolution and detailed documentation. If you're looking for someone to step in and solve IT problems with little hand-holding — I’m your guy.
Let's talk about how I can help keep your systems secure, optimized, and running smoothly
Windows Administration
Microsoft Windows
Server
Administrate
Firewall
Testing
Software Testing
Test Results & Analysis
CompTIA
Customer Support
IT Support
Windows 11 Administration
Microsoft Active Directory
Google Workspace Administration
Carlos B.
Caracas, Venezuela
$40/hr
4.7
151 jobs
My areas of expertise are:
✅ Microsoft Exchange on Premise/365
✅ Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
✅ Google Workspaces Migration Expert
✅ Microsoft 365 Migration Expert
✅ Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect,
✅ Microsoft Windows Active Directory [All Version]
✅ Windows Server [All Version], DNS, IIS
✅ Hyper-V [All Version]
✅ RMM Tools (Ninja, Syncro-MSP)
✅ Windows 10/11
📌 I have more than 15 years of hands-on and in-depth experience with Windows Server, Exchange, and other Microsoft products.
If you looking for a responsible and knowledgeable person to resolve your problem or trying to find person to improve and maintain your IT infrastructure for the long-term – you've found this person.
I can help with planning, implementation, and support of IT infrastructure.
I have strong troubleshooting skills and solid reputation for providing outstanding technical support. Be sure, that If there is the solution to your request, I will find it and help you.
Windows Server
Cisco Router
Microsoft Server
Amazon ECS
Cisco IOS
Ad Server
Cisco ASA
Cisco CallManager
Microsoft Outlook
Firewall
Remote IT Management
Aqeel Asghar M.
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
$15/hr
5.0
27 jobs
I help businesses simplify complex IT challenges by aligning technology with business outcomes. With 15+ years of hands-on infrastructure, cloud, virtualization, Windows Server, and endpoint management experience, I specialize in Microsoft 365, Azure, VMware, cloud migration, infrastructure modernization, and IT operations.
𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 365/𝗜𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗲 & 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲
✅ Administration of Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams
✅ Domain & DNS: SPF, DKIM, DMARC, MX, AWS SSO, IAM, EC2, S3, Lambda, VPC
✅ (Microsoft Entra ID/SSO, RBAC & PIM, ADFS, Azure SSO, MFA, SAML, OAuth, OpenID, AD, DFS, LDAP, PKI, SSL
✅ Security & Compliance: Defender for Endpoint & O365, DLP, Conditional Access, RBAC, SSPR, Sensitivity Labels, Azure Security Policies
✅ Tenant-to-tenant migrations: BitTitan, CodeTwo, MigrationWiz, SkyKick
✅ Hybrid Deployments: Exchange + Office 365, ADFS, Azure AD/Entra ID Connect
✅ Modern Workplace Management: Intune, Autopilot, Co-management, AVD, Windows 10/11, Windows 365/Cloud PC
✅Exchange → Microsoft 365 (on-prem, hybrid, or legacy Exchange)
✅Microsoft 365 Tenant-to-Tenant (cutover, staged, or cross-geo)
✅Google Workspace (G Suite) → M365
✅IMAP / POP mailbox migrations to O365
✅ RMM tools: Intune, Datto RMM, ConnectWise, NinjaOne, ManageEngine
✅ Endpoint management, application deployment & compliance
𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 & 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
✅ Windows Server (2000–2025), STD, SBS & Essentials Deployment and Administration
✅ Active Directory (ADDS), DNS, DHCP, GPO, IIS, WSUS, NTFS, DFS, LDAP, PKI, DNS, GPO, DHCP, IIS, WSUS, SSL, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, Azure Functions, Virtual Networks, Azure WAF, P2S/S2S VPN, File Services Management
✅ Domain Controller (DC) Migration & Active Directory Modernization
✅ FSMO Role Transfer, AD Health Checks & Infrastructure Upgrades
✅ Hybrid Identity with Entra ID (Azure AD), Entra Domain Services & Azure AD Connect
✅ ADFS, Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) & Identity Management
✅ Remote Desktop Services (RDS), RRAS & Secure VPN Deployment
✅ PPTP, L2TP/IPsec, SSTP & IKEv2 Remote Access Solutions
✅ Hyper-V Virtualization, Live Migration, NLB, CAU & Hyper-V Replica
✅ Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC), CSV & High Availability (HA)
✅ Disaster Recovery (DR), Business Continuity Planning (BCP) & DR Testing
✅ Azure Arc, Azure Site Recovery (ASR) & Hybrid Cloud Integration
✅ Windows Admin Center (WAC) & SCVMM Administration
Additional experience includes Vmware vSphere, vSAN, Proxmox VE, Veeam backup solutions, Omnissa Horizon VDI and enterprise ITSM platforms including Manage-Engine and Web Help Desk.
Why Clients Work With Me:
• Strong blend of technical expertise and business strategy, ensuring solutions align with operational goals, budgets, security, and compliance requirements.
• Extensive experience in deploying, modernize, troubleshooting complex Vmware, M365, Windows Server, Veeam and Azure environments.
• Clear communication, detailed documentation, knowledge transfer, and a client-first approach throughout every engagement.
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Certifications
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✅ MS - Server Virtualization with Hyper-V and System Center
✅ MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solution Expert
✅ Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator
Windows Server
Microsoft Windows
VMware Administration
VMware vSphere
System Administration
Server Administration
Microsoft Active Directory
VMWare
Network Administration
Linux System Administration
Business with 10-99 Employees
Technical Support
Office 365
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Exchange Server
Microsoft Exchange Online
Microsoft SCCM
Microsoft Azure Administration
Aleksandar J.
Veles, North Macedonia
$20/hr
5.0
6 jobs
I'm Aleksandar Janushev a Top Rated IT Operations & Support Engineer with 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting end users, managing cloud infrastructure, and keeping businesses running smoothly.
My background includes working at enterprise-level companies (Seavus / Avenga , Qinshift , Scotch & Soda B.V , Deutsche Glasfaser , Sunrise.) where I was responsible for mission-critical IT systems
🎧 Helpdesk & End-User Support
— Tier 1 / Tier 2 / Tier 3 technical support for Windows environments
— Remote troubleshooting, diagnosis & resolution (hardware + software)
— Laptop/desktop setup, configuration & performance optimization
— Fast response time with clear, jargon-free communication
— Service Now deployments
☁️ Microsoft 365 & Cloud Administration
— Full Microsoft 365 / Office 365 tenant administration & architecture
— Azure AD / Entra ID, hybrid identity & cloud integration
— Tenant-to-tenant & on-premise to cloud migrations
— Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint & license management
🔒 Security & Endpoint Management
— Microsoft Intune device deployment & management
— Microsoft Defender implementation & security hardening
— Conditional Access, compliance policies & risk mitigation
— DNS, MX, SPF, DKIM & DMARC configuration
🖥️ Infrastructure & Systems
— Windows Server & Active Directory (on-prem & hybrid)
— VPN & network connectivity support
— Infrastructure design, monitoring & incident resolution
— Technical documentation & process improvement
📧 Email & Collaboration
— Google Workspace → Microsoft 365 migrations (zero data loss)
— Mail flow configuration & advanced troubleshooting
— Domain management & optimization
I hold a Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert certification and a Computer Science degree from International Slavic University. I'm fluent in English and respond within hours — not days.
Whether you need someone to jump on an urgent issue, manage your M365 environment ongoing, or migrate your entire organization to the cloud — I've done it, and I'll do it right.
Let's solve your IT problems today.
Windows 10 Administration
WordPress Theme
Computer Maintenance
Administrative Support
WordPress Malware Removal
Web Development
Windows 7 Administration
WordPress
WordPress Plugin
Microsoft Active Directory
Azure DevOps
Office 365
DNS
Computer Operating System
Android
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