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Meraki Certified Network Operator and Firewall Network engineer, I have many years setting up and configuring, VPN, SD-WAN and remote locations Meraki and Cisco Switches and networking. Fortinet Firewall setup and config with remote locations and firewall filtering. User VPN setup and configure. Firewall rules and filtering. Nimble SAN Storage server setup and config with VMWare Esxi 5.0-6.7 setup and config with ISCSI connectivity for system storage profiles. Switches, Cisco Aeronet, Meraki, Ubiquiti and Motorola wireless, Nuuo video monitoring and LifeSize video conferencing. Troubleshoot TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP and VPN. Support and maintain computing services including Windows Hyper-V and IBM iSeries and System X servers, VMWARE Esxi 5.5-6.5. Server, 2003-2019 Citrix XenApps, and Windows environment. Troubleshoot EDI transactions in Data Masons Vantage Point and Liaison AS2. Administer Office 365 mail and apps.

Struggling with complex IT, Network, Cyber migrations, cloud transitions, or keeping your Microsoft stack running securely? With 16 years in MSP & enterprise IT, I’ve led dozens of email migrations (Google Workspace, legacy Exchange, IMAP, on-prem to cloud) with zero data loss, projects and consulting for long time. Here’s how I help you: Design and build Microsoft cloud infrastructures (Azure, Office 365) Migrate email systems, optimize users, reduce downtime. Harden security (cyber best practices, surveillance, vulnerability mitigation) Automate processes with scripts, manage databases (MSSQL, MySQL) Support VoIP / voice integration (FreePBX, SIP) What you get: ✔ A detailed migration plan with rollback safeguards ✔ Clear communication and regular updates ✔ Post-migration support and fine-tuning ✔ My deep MSP experience applied to your custom needs Let’s talk show me your infrastructure, your pain points, and I’ll propose how I can make it robust, secure, and reliable. Josue Valentin | TechNet New England

Level III IT Consultant that works for other MSPs and IT Consultants. Self-taught IT professional with over 30 years of network administration experience, including almost 30 years specializing in both Windows Server based LAN/WAN and Red Hat Enterprise Linux derivative LAN/WAN networks. I have over 25 years experience with website hosting, cPanel/WHM, and LTS Linux distribution server management. I bring decades of expertise in delivering IT services for a wide range of clients. I have relevant experience in network design, cybersecurity, web development, server management, cloud solutions, and more. I have worked with startups, nonprofits, corporations, government, enterprise, and numerous small businesses in a wide variety of sectors. I am based in the Chicago area and offer remote and on-site support nationwide. I skillfully coordinate projects with daily client commitments, ensuring high standards, timely delivery, and clear communication, delivering results that boost efficiency and profitability. I primarily stick to Level III IT consulting work and I am very selective when accepting contracts. Specializations: - Networking & Security: Expertise in SonicWall, Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, UniFi/Ubiquiti, Netgear, TP-Link/Omada, etc. I configure firewalls, switches, bridges, Wi-Fi, VPNs, 2FA/MFA, etc. for secure, scalable networks that protect and empower businesses. - Almost 30 years managing cPanel/WHM servers, handling DNS, POP3/IMAP mail, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Apache/PHP/MySQL on RHEL, CentOS, and AlmaLinux for reliable hosting and maximum uptime. - Microsoft: Skilled from DOS/Windows 3 to modern Windows 11 & Server 2025, with Microsoft 365 administration and migration expertise for seamless operations. Relevant experience with Entra, Intune, and Active Directory Group Policy implementation and integration. - Long time user of the Apple ecosystem. From Mac OS 8 to macOS Tahoe, iOS, iPadOS, etc. - Server Management: Physical/virtual server virtualization, automated backups, scripting to streamline deployments, reduce costs. Amazon, Microsoft, Google, etc. - Cloud & Emerging Tech: Azure/Hyper-V migrations, IoT integration for scalable, innovative solutions that drive growth. Industry Experience: - Medical/Dental: Delivered HIPAA-compliant IT for secure data management, compliance. - Automotive: Support for Dealer Management Systems, optimizing sales/service operations. - Corporate Offices: Secure networks, cybersecurity for productivity, reliability. - Warehouses: Access control, structured wiring for connectivity, safety. - Small Businesses/Remote: Tailored IT for scalability, cost-efficiency, growth. What I Offer: - Design/secure networks for reliability, scalability, growth. - Manage cPanel/WHM for seamless hosting (DNS, mail, Apache/PHP/MySQL). - Virtualize servers to optimize resources, cut costs. - Strengthen cybersecurity with modern tools, best practices. - Automate server tasks to save time, streamline operations. - Consult and train individual IT professionals for enhanced productivity and performance. Business & Leadership: As a freelancer, I optimize IT systems, streamline processes, and deliver measurable outcomes. My self-taught expertise enables rapid learning and system redesign for efficiency, with a client-focused approach. I adapt to each project’s needs, ensuring solutions align with business goals through clear communication and reliable execution, building trust with every deliverable. Military Experience: Decorated U.S. Navy veteran (Operation Desert Shield/Storm), served 5 years with Patrol Squadron 26 (P-3C Orion), earning a Navy Achievement Medal for technical expertise. This discipline drives my precision, reliability, and commitment to excellence in every project. Rates & Availability: - UpWork: I primarily use Microsoft Teams, but also have GoTo Meeting. I can support Zoom and have a ConnectWise ScreenConnect account via my company, Ateki LLC. My office, which is a small podcasting studio, uses several Windows 11 workstations connected with Mouse without Borders for seamless workflow. My hourly rate on UpWork varies by my current client workload. - On-Site Services: I travel regularly for clients and client projects. I charge a flat rate of $225 per hour (or $1,800 per day) plus expenses. Initial payments for small jobs are fifty percent of the labor and one hundred percent of expected expenses in advance.

🏆🥇✨Proven track record of delivering top-notch IT solutions ✨🥇🏆 - I specialize in networking, cybersecurity and virtualization including Citrix, VMware, and Microsoft technologies. My expertise spans Unifi, Meraki and Cisco in networking, SonicWall, Palo Alto and FortiNet in security as well as VMware, XenServer and Hyper-V virtualization. I've consistently achieved high client satisfaction through my dedication to excellence and attention to detail. **Key Skills:** 👉 Virtual Machine Management: Proficient in template automation, Citrix MCS, PVS, and Citrix AppLayering for efficient virtual machine deployment and management. 👉 User Experience Optimization: Skilled in enhancing user experience with Citrix WEM, Citrix UPM, Profile Unity, and AppSense solutions. 👉 Wireless Deployments: Experienced in deploying wireless solutions from Meraki, Ubiquiti, and Cisco for seamless connectivity. 👉 Network Security: Expertise in implementing and managing network security firewalls from Meraki, Ubiquiti, SonicWall, Cisco, and Palo Alto to ensure robust protection. 👉 Storage Area Network (SAN) Deployment: Knowledgeable in SAN deployment utilizing Pure Storage and Dell/EMC solutions for reliable data storage. 👉 Exchange Connectivity: Proficient in troubleshooting Exchange connectivity issues and optimizing mail flow for uninterrupted communication. 👉 Windows Patch Management: Skilled in deploying Windows patches using WSUS and Ivanti Patch for enhanced system security and performance. 👉 Microsoft Distributed File Services (DFSr) Deployments: Experienced in deploying DFSr solutions for efficient file replication and management. **Why Choose Me:** ✅ Proven Track Record: With a long history of successful client engagements, I have built a reputation for delivering exceptional IT solutions. ✅ Client Satisfaction: My focus on client satisfaction drives me to go above and beyond to meet project requirements and exceed expectations. ✅ Technical Expertise: I stay updated with the latest advancements in Citrix, VMware, and Microsoft technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions. ✅ Attention to Detail: I pay meticulous attention to detail in every project, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in implementation. ✅ Collaborative Approach: I believe in transparent communication and collaboration, working closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. **Let's Connect:** 🥇 Ready to elevate your IT infrastructure? Reach out to discuss how I can help you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively.

System Administrator I work with virtualization, self-hosted services, storage and backups and on-premise cloud infrastructure. 🔹 Areas of Expertise: Virtualization 🔹 Proxmox HA clusters with Ceph storage for redundancy and scalability. 🔹 FreeBSD with vm-bhyve hypervisor. 🔹 XCP-ng. Networking & VPNs 🔹 Setting up and managing MikroTik and pfSense firewalls. 🔹 Configuring Wireguard and OpenVPN solutions for remote access across businesses. 🔹 GL-iNet travel routers for Digital Nomad VPN solutions. Self-Hosting & Custom Server Solutions 🔹 Managing self-hosted applications like Nextcloud, Seafile, and WordPress and others. 🔹 Configuring Nginx and Apache servers for web hosting. NAS & Storage Solutions 🔹 Setting up and managing TrueNAS, Synology, and Unraid. 🔹 Configuring ZFS-based storage solutions for redundancy and performance. 🔹 Implementing NFS, and SMB shares. Storage & Backup Strategies 🔹 Implementing Rsync, Rclone, and Syncthing for data synchronization and backups. 🔹 Managing ZFS-based storage for redundancy and backup. Remote Access & Virtual Desktop. 🔹Apache Guacamole, KasmVNC, NoMachine. Cloud 🔹 Working with AWS and Oracle Cloud. Technical Expertise: 🔹 Operating Systems: FreeBSD, Ubuntu, Debian. 🔹 Virtualization & Containers: Proxmox, vm-bhyve, XCP-ng, Docker. 🔹 Networking & Security: MikroTik, pfSense, WireGuard, OpenVPN. 🔹 NAS & Storage: TrueNAS, Synology, Unraid, ZFS, NFS, SMB. 🔹 Storage & Backups: TrueNAS, Synology, Unraid, Rsync, ZFS. 🔹 Web & Cloud Services: Nginx, Apache, AWS, Oracle Cloud.

🚀 Automation Architect | Systems Integrator | Workflow Fixer for Growing Businesses If your automations are firing at the wrong time, duplicating data, missing edge cases, or quietly breaking in the background—I fix that. I help businesses design, rebuild, and stabilize automation systems that actually run core operations, not just one-off Zaps. My work focuses on reliability, clean logic, and real business outcomes. This is not surface-level automation. I specialize in workflows where accuracy matters—payments, CRMs, accounting, onboarding, notifications, and approvals. ⚙️ What I Do (Based on Real Client Work) ✨ Payment & Revenue Automations • Stripe / Square triggers that fire only when payment is completed • Replace unreliable native triggers with webhooks • Post-payment actions: CRM updates, email notifications, Slack/Telegram alerts, enrollments • Fix “ghost orders” and premature triggers 📊 CRM & Lifecycle Automation • Sync and segment contacts across CRMs (Mailchimp, HubSpot, FUB, ClickUp CRM) • Correct tagging logic (trial vs paid, active vs cancelled) • Prevent duplicate records and conflicting automations • Build clean pipelines with automated follow-ups and handoffs 🧾 Finance & Accounting Workflows • Funnel form submissions, orders, or emails into QuickBooks Online • Draft estimates → approvals → invoices • Maintain human review where required (no blind auto-sending) • Reconcile data between sales systems and accounting 📁 Documents, Forms & E-Signatures • Google Forms → Autocrat → Drive → DocuSign workflows • Reliable file detection and attachment handling • Structured folder creation and naming conventions • Eliminate known Zapier + Drive edge cases 📋 ClickUp Systems & Automations • Cross-task and cross-list updates based on custom fields • Event/date-driven task updates • Space / Folder / List architecture • Dashboards, automations, and governance that scale with teams 🧠 Broken Automation Diagnosis • Debug Zaps or Make scenarios that “mostly work” • Identify race conditions, trigger flaws, and data mismatches • Rebuild logic to be stable, testable, and documented 🧰 Tools & Platforms I Work With 🔗 Automation & Integration • Zapier (advanced multi-step Zaps, webhooks, code steps) • Make (routers, iterators, error handling) • Jitterbit • BetterCloud • Custom Webhooks, REST & SOAP APIs • JavaScript & Python (Zapier Code, API transformations) 📊 Project Management & Work Management • ClickUp (systems, dashboards, automations, governance) • Monday • Jira • Google Sheets–based operational systems 🧠 CRM, Sales & Marketing Systems • HubSpot • Follow Up Boss • Mailchimp • GoHighLevel • Circle • CRM lifecycle automation, tagging logic, deduplication, and syncing 💳 Payments, Finance & Accounting • Stripe • Square • QuickBooks Online • Payment-complete validation, webhook triggers, draft-to-approval workflow 📁 Forms, Documents & E-Signature • Google Forms • Google Sheets • Google Drive • Autocrat • DocuSign • Document generation, file governance, PDF detection, and routing 🧑‍💼 HR, IT & Identity Management • OneLogin • ManageEngine • ServiceDesk Plus • UKG • User lifecycle automation (onboarding/offboarding, access cleanup) 📨 Communication, Scheduling & Notifications • Gmail • Outlook • Slack • Telegram • Calendly • Zoom • Alerts, reminders, digests, and executive summaries 🌐 Websites & E-Commerce • WordPress • Wix • Squarespace • Shopify • Client intake, purchase-triggered automations, and CRM syncs 🧩 API & Custom Development • REST & SOAP APIs • Authentication (API keys, OAuth, Basic/Bearer) • Payload design, field normalization, pagination • Error handling, retries, and logging • Google Apps Script–based automation systems If your tool isn’t listed, that’s usually not a blocker. I design automation around business logic first, the platform is just the implementation detail 🧠 How I Work • 🧩 Architecture first — I map the logic before touching tools • 🛑 No over-engineering — simple, reliable, maintainable • 🔍 Edge-case aware — duplicates, retries, failures, timing • 📘 Fully documented — logic, mappings, and Loom walkthroughs • 🤝 Collaborative — clear updates, no guessing 💼 Background & Results With years of hands-on automation and systems experience, I’ve delivered solutions that: ✅ Reduced manual work by 40–60% ✅ Fixed unreliable or misfiring payment automations ✅ Improved CRM data accuracy and segmentation ✅ Shortened onboarding, billing, and fulfillment cycles 🎯 As a Certified Scrum Master, I bring structured delivery, clear scope, and predictable outcomes—especially important for complex automations. 🔥 Why Clients Hire Me ✅ Proven experience with real production workflows ✅ Comfortable fixing what others couldn’t ✅ Deep understanding of how tools fail—not just how they work ✅ Clear communication and zero fluff ✅ I explain the system so you’re never dependent on me