Network Engineer & Architect with 6+ years of experience designing, deploying, and securing enterprise, data center, and cloud networks.
CCNP & MCSA certified, delivering high-availability, cost-efficient, and secure network solutions.
Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Huawei, Juniper, MikroTik, Dell, HP, Ruckus, and UniFi networks, along with firewalls including Palo Alto, Fortinet, Sophos, and Cisco ASA.
I help businesses design, secure, and optimize enterprise and cloud networks. From network design and firewall configuration to VPN setup and complex troubleshooting, I solve your challenges quickly and professionally, ensuring your systems run smoothly and securely.
Certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Tools:
- Nagios
- Cacti
- OpManager
- Zabbix
- PRTG Network Monitor
- Solar Winds NPM
- Packet Tracer
- GNS3
- EVE-NG
- Microsoft Visio
- Lucidchart
Network Administration
Network Security
System Administration
VPN
Network Architecture
Network Design
Network Engineering
Cisco
Routing
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Mikrotik RouterBOARD
Network Monitoring
WiFi
FortiGate Firewall
Microsoft Server
Muhammad A.
Lahore Cantt, Pakistan
$12/hr
5.0
14 jobs
I am Professional with 3+ years of experience in IT Networks & System Administration. I got a Bachelor's degree in IT. I am CCNA and MCSE Certified individual. I can assist in providing both hardware & Software-based IT Network amd System Support. I am experienced in following Domains:
• Configure Network Devices
• Configuration VPN Services
• Firewall Implementation
• Windows Server & Active Directory
• Linux Administration
• IT Hardware & Software Support
• Endpoint Security Solution Deployment and Management
• MDM Solution Deployment and Management
• Servers Deployment and Management
Network Administration
Linux System Administration
Microsoft Active Directory
Windows Server
Network Security
System Administration
Firewall
Tech & IT
Virtual Machine
Technical Support
End User Technical Support
IT Support
Email Support
Customer Support
Cloud Management
Rauf A.
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
$30/hr
4.9
107 jobs
A CCNA&CCNP certified network and system specialist with 14+ years of experience in designing, configuring, troubleshooting, and documenting diverse IT scenarios for ISPs, enterprises and startups. I have extensive hands-on experience in managing and optimizing network infrastructures. Proven expertise in firewalls (Fortinet, SonicWALL, Sophos, PfSense), network switches (Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP, Ruckus, H3C, Ubiquiti), and access points (Cisco, Ruckus, Aruba, Ubiquiti/Unifi). Proficient in VPN, routing and switching, and various protocols from layer 2 to layer 7. Committed to delivering robust and secure network solutions.
I have strong expertise in following:
Routing & Switching
Topology Design and Configuration
Layer2 & Layer3 Protocols
FortiGate Fortinet
SonicWALL
FirePro Firewalls
Cisco ASA
Cisco Switches, Access Points & Wireless Controller
Cisco WLC 9800, 5508, 2508
Cisco Packet Tracer
Ruckus Switches , Access Points and Wireless Controller
HP Aruba Switches, Access Points, Wireless Controller
H3C Switches,
Brocade Switches
Ubiquiti Unifi switches, Ubiquiti Unifi UDM Pro, Ubiquiti Unifi UDM-SE, Ubiquiti Unifi USG, Ubiquiti Unifi Access Points, Unifi Controller, Gateways, Cloud Key
WAN Optimization and WAN Failover
SDWAN
Windows Server Administration
DNS, DHCP, Group Policies
Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure AD
Microsoft Office365
Microsoft Hyper-V
Linux Administration
Zabbix
CCTV Specialist - practical experience to a variety of camera types, including PTZ, Bullet, Dome, and Wireless IP cameras, sourced from reputable brands like:
Hikvision, Dahua, Bosch security systems & Unifi cameras, etc.
Network Administration
Linux System Administration
Virtual LAN
VPN
Network Design
Cisco WLC
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Zabbix
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Network Monitoring
Microsoft Visio
Brocade
UniFi
FortiGate Firewall
Ubiquiti
Haseeb Ur R.
Shahkot, Pakistan
$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I am a China Procurement Expert specializing in factory sourcing, product inspection, and international shipping support.
I help businesses find reliable suppliers in China, negotiate better deals, and ensure product quality before shipment. My goal is to reduce risks, save costs, and streamline the sourcing process for my clients.
I can assist you with:
Product sourcing from Alibaba, 1688, and Chinese suppliers
Supplier verification and communication
Price negotiation and cost optimization
Product quality inspection and reporting
Order management and production follow-up
Shipping coordination and logistics support
In addition to procurement services, I also bring a strong technical background in networking and IT support. With experience in technical support, telecom network operations, and network administration, I have developed strong problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills that help me manage sourcing tasks efficiently and professionally.
My technical background has strengthened my ability to work in detail-focused environments, handle operational challenges, and ensure smooth communication and workflow management. This gives me an added advantage when dealing with supplier research, coordination, reporting, and process management.
Supply Chain & Logistics
Product Sourcing
Alibaba Sourcing
Sourcing
Price & Quote Negotiation
1688.com
Shipping & Order Fulfillment Software
Amazon FBA
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Market Research
Private Labeling & White Labeling
Procurement
Quality Inspection
Business Process Outsourcing
Network Engineering
Computing & Networking
Electronic Circuit Design
Safety Engineering
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management
Zubair M.
Tando Adam, Pakistan
$30/hr
5.0
33 jobs
I help businesses automate infrastructure, operations, and workflows using DevOps, Linux, cloud, APIs, and AI-powered automation.
My background is in production infrastructure, but I also build practical AI workflows using n8n, OpenAI API, webhooks, Python, and automation tools.
I’m a DevOps and Infrastructure Engineer with extensive experience across Linux system administration, cloud automation, network architecture, and production infrastructure. I design, deploy, and maintain resilient server environments that meet enterprise-level standards for security, performance, scalability, and reliability.
I also help businesses automate repetitive technical and operational tasks using AI workflows, n8n, APIs, webhooks, Python, and DevOps automation tools. My focus is on practical automation — connecting systems, reducing manual work, improving alerts, generating reports, and building reliable workflows that support real business operations.
✅ Core Expertise
Linux System Administration: RHEL, Rocky, Alma, Ubuntu, Debian – installation, patching, optimization, troubleshooting.
DevOps & Automation: Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Python & Bash scripting.
AI Workflow Automation: n8n, AI agents, OpenAI API, webhooks, API integrations, workflow automation, alert automation, reporting automation, and internal process automation.
Cloud Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, Proxmox VE, VMware, KVM – provisioning, monitoring, scaling, backup & recovery.
Network Engineering: BGP, OSPF, VLANs, LACP, VPNs, FortiGate, MikroTik, OPNsense, pfSense.
Monitoring & Observability: Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, Observium, ELK, EM7 – proactive alerting and performance analytics.
Security & Compliance: Server hardening, firewall architecture, DDoS mitigation, IAM, zero-trust networks, PCI-DSS/ISO 27001 readiness.
Backup & Disaster Recovery: rsync, Bacula, Ceph, Proxmox Backup Server – reliable, automated backup pipelines.
🧩 Services I Provide
🔹 Infrastructure & Server Administration
Deploy and manage Linux servers, optimize system resources, secure configurations, and automate recurring maintenance tasks.
🔹 DevOps & Infrastructure Automation
Implement Infrastructure as Code with Ansible and Terraform, design CI/CD pipelines, containerize applications, and streamline cloud provisioning.
🔹 AI Workflows & n8n Automation
Build practical AI-powered workflows using n8n, APIs, webhooks, and automation tools. This can include alert enrichment, report generation, ticket creation, data syncs, chatbot-style workflows, and internal process automation.
🔹 Cloud & Virtualization Solutions
Build, migrate, and optimize cloud and virtualization environments including AWS, Azure, Proxmox, VMware, and KVM.
🔹 Network Architecture & Security
Plan and implement secure, high-performance networks including routing, VPNs, VLAN segmentation, firewall policies, and load balancing.
🔹 Monitoring & Performance Optimization
Set up observability stacks using Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, and related tools. Enable alerting, dashboards, trending, and capacity planning.
🏆 Why Work With Me
⭐ 10+ years in Linux, DevOps, infrastructure, and network engineering.
⭐ Practical automation mindset with hands-on scripting, APIs, and workflow integration experience.
⭐ Ability to combine infrastructure, monitoring, and AI automation into reliable business workflows.
⭐ Strong documentation and post-deployment support.
⭐ Hands-on experience in enterprise and data-center environments.
⭐ Focused on uptime, security, automation, and long-term reliability.
⭐ Top-rated delivery with transparent communication and proven reliability.
Network Administration
Linux System Administration
System Administration
VPN
DevOps
Network Engineering
Cloud Architecture
Proxmox VE
Docker
Ansible
Python
Bash
Linux
NGINX
Firewall
AI Agent Development
n8n
OpenAI API
Make.com
Zapier
Malik S.
Islamabad, Pakistan
$8/hr
5.0
9 jobs
Experienced IT Support Specialist | System & Network Admin | Windows & Linux Expert
Overview:
🚀 11+ years of IT Support & System Administration | Windows, Linux, Networking, Cloud
I help businesses and professionals resolve IT issues fast, securely, and remotely.
What I Can Do for You:
• System Administration (Windows Server, Linux – Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian)
• Network Administration (Ubiquiti, Cisco, MikroTik, firewalls, VPNs, routing/switching)
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting (Desktops, laptops, printers, software)
• Remote Support (via AnyDesk, TeamViewer, RDP, SSH, etc.)
• IT Infrastructure Setup & Maintenance
• Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies
• Data Backup & Recovery (including Synology NAS, cloud backup solutions)
• Email Setup & Support (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace)
• Cybersecurity Best Practices & Tools Deployment
• Deployed and managed Azure Virtual Machines, Storage, and Virtual Networks
• Integrated on-premises Active Directory with Azure AD for hybrid identity and SSO
• Automated infrastructure provisioning using Terraform and ARM templates
• Configured Azure Site-to-Site VPN and NSGs for secure hybrid networking
• Implemented Azure Backup and Site Recovery for data protection and disaster recovery
• Monitored system health using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and alerts
• Secured secrets and certificates with Azure Key Vault
• Built CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions
• Automated administration using PowerShell and Azure CLI
Tools & Platforms I Work With:
• Windows 10/11, Windows Server
• Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS)
• VMware, VirtualBox, Hyper-V
• Synology NAS, AWS, Azure
• Network Monitoring Tools (Zabbix, Nagios, PRTG)
• Remote Tools: AnyDesk, TeamViewer, VNC, RDP
Why Work with Me?
• Proven track record with educational institutes and corporate environments
• Detail-oriented and proactive in solving issues
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Available for ongoing support or one-time tasks
• 100% committed to client satisfaction and data security
Network Administration
Linux System Administration
Network Security
System Administration
Network Planning
Wireless Network Implementation
DevOps Engineering
Server Virtualization
Azure DevOps Server
AWS Systems Manager
Cloud Management Software
Email Support
Google Cloud Platform Administration
Email Management
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