I’m a senior Microsoft 365 / Exchange specialist with deep hands-on experience (25 years) in email deliverability, email security architecture, and compliance-driven DLP design across hybrid and cloud environments. I have worked for many large IT vendors like HP, EDS, and for various Government departments.
I help organisations fix email delivery problems, reduce security risk, and implement Microsoft Purview DLP correctly — without breaking business workflows.
If your organisation is experiencing:
* Emails landing in spam or being blocked
* DMARC / SPF / DKIM confusion or failed enforcement
* Purview DLP policies that trigger false positives (or don’t trigger at all)
* Regulatory or legal pressure around data leakage
* Complex Exchange Online / hybrid mail flow
…I can help.
🔐 Email Security & Deliverability Expertise
I specialise in diagnosing and correcting real-world email delivery and security failures, not just deploying templates.
* DMARC, SPF, DKIM (including sub-domain strategy)
* MTA-STS & TLS-RPT
* Sender reputation & spam mitigation
* Mail flow analysis (Exchange Online, hybrid, third-party gateways)
* Troubleshooting Microsoft EOP / Defender for Office 365
* SMTP diagnostics, headers, message tracing, and forensic analysis
* Domain & IP reputation recovery (Google, Microsoft, Yahoo)
🛡️ Microsoft Purview DLP (Done Properly)
I design Purview DLP policies that protect data without breaking productivity.
* DLP for Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams
* Sensitivity labels & classification workflows
* Policy tips, overrides, and user justification
* Custom sensitive information types (regex-based)
* Incident handling, alerting, and audit defensibility
* Aligning DLP with legal, compliance, and HR requirements
I focus on precision — not “block everything and hope”.
☁️ Microsoft 365 & Exchange Background
Exchange Online & Hybrid (Exchange 2016 / 2019)
* Complex mail routing and connector design
* Third-party gateways (Mimecast, Barracuda, Proofpoint, MailMarshal, etc.)
* Secure SMTP relay design
* Tenant-to-tenant and hybrid migrations (where relevant to mail flow)
⚖️ Risk, Compliance & Evidence-Ready Work
* My work is structured, documented, and defensible — suitable for:
* Internal security reviews
* Compliance audits
* Legal discovery support
* Incident response and root-cause analysis
(Experience supporting legal teams and expert-witness-style reporting.)
How I Typically Work
* Clear scope and outcome-driven engagement
* Practical recommendations you can implement
* Written findings, diagrams, and configuration guidance
* Optional ongoing advisory / retainer support
Ideal Engagements
* Email deliverability audits & remediation
* Purview DLP design or rescue projects
* Email security posture reviews
* Post-incident investigations
* Ongoing advisory retainers
If email is critical to your business — and failure is not an option — let’s talk.
Expert
Email Security
Email Deliverability
Microsoft Exchange Online
SMTP
Cybersecurity Management
Email Automation
Microsoft Outlook
TLS1.2
Domain Migration
Microsoft Exchange Server
Email Management
Email Testing
Digital Forensics
GoDaddy
Alexey P.
Auckland, New Zealand
$59/hr
4.5
468 jobs
🏆 9,000+ HOURS WORKED | 🏆 500+ JOBS COMPLETED | 🏆 20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Enterprise AI & Automation Architect specializing in custom AI applications, intelligent automation platforms, and AI-powered SaaS solutions that transform business operations and unlock new revenue streams.
💼 WHAT I BUILD FOR YOUR BUSINESS:
✅ Custom AI-powered applications with LLM integration (ChatGPT, Claude, Llama)
✅ Intelligent automation workflows using n8n, Make, and Zapier with AI enhancement
✅ AI-driven SaaS platforms and MVPs with real-time data processing
✅ RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems for document intelligence and knowledge bases
✅ Chatbot and AI agent applications with custom tool integration
✅ Automated data pipelines that extract, transform, and analyze business data
✅ AI workflow automation that eliminates repetitive tasks and reduces operational costs by 60%
✅ Full-stack AI applications from concept to deployment (Python backend, React frontend)
🛠️ TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
🤖 AI Application Development:
Custom AI Apps: Python, FastAPI, Flask, Django backends with React and Next.js frontends
LLM Integration: OpenAI GPT-4, Claude API, Llama models, custom prompt engineering
AI Agents: LangChain, AutoGPT, autonomous agents with tool calling and memory
Vector Databases: Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma for semantic search and RAG systems
RAG Systems: Document processing, embeddings, intelligent Q&A, knowledge retrieval
⚡ Intelligent Automation:
Workflow Automation: n8n (expert-level), Make, Zapier for complex multi-step workflows
API Integration: REST and GraphQL APIs, webhooks, custom connectors, third-party service integration
Data Automation: Web scraping, data extraction, ETL pipelines, automated reporting
Business Process Automation: CRM integration, email automation, lead qualification, data enrichment
AI-Enhanced Workflows: LLM-powered decision trees, intelligent routing, automated content generation
💻 Full-Stack Development:
Backend: Python (FastAPI, Flask, Django), Node.js, serverless functions (Lambda, Cloud Functions)
Frontend: React, Next.js, Vue.js, responsive UI and UX, modern web applications
Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Redis, vector databases
APIs: RESTful design, GraphQL, authentication (JWT, OAuth), rate limiting, documentation
☁️ Cloud & Infrastructure:
Cloud Platforms: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS, SageMaker), Azure, Google Cloud
Containerization: Docker, Docker Compose, container orchestration
CI/CD: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, automated deployment pipelines
Monitoring: Application logging, error tracking, performance monitoring, uptime alerts
🧠 AI & Machine Learning Operations:
MLOps Platforms: Model deployment, versioning, monitoring, A/B testing
ML Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn for custom model training
Computer Vision: Image processing, object detection, OCR, video analytics
NLP Processing: Text analysis, sentiment analysis, entity extraction, document classification
Data Engineering: Apache Airflow, data pipelines, batch processing, real-time streaming
🔒 Enterprise Security & Network (20+ Years):
Network Architecture: Enterprise-grade design supporting 10,000+ users at 99.9% uptime
Security Systems: Fortinet, Cisco Firepower, zero-trust architecture, compliance (SOC2, ISO 27001)
DevOps: Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Ansible, Kubernetes, monitoring (Grafana, Prometheus)
Hybrid Cloud: Multi-cloud integration, secure connectivity, disaster recovery
🎯 SPECIALIZED SOLUTIONS:
📱 SaaS & MVP Development:
End-to-end SaaS platform development from concept to launch
MVP development with rapid iteration and user feedback integration
Multi-tenant architecture with user management and billing integration
Subscription management, payment processing (Stripe, PayPal)
Admin dashboards, analytics, reporting features
🔄 Business Automation:
Marketing automation with AI-powered personalization
Sales pipeline automation and lead scoring
Customer support automation with intelligent chatbots
Data synchronization across multiple platforms
Automated reporting and business intelligence dashboards
📊 Data Processing & Analytics:
Web scraping and data extraction from complex websites
API data aggregation from multiple sources
Real-time data processing and transformation
Automated data cleaning and enrichment
Custom analytics dashboards with visualization
🤝 Integration Expertise:
CRM Systems: Salesforce, HubSpot, Pipedrive integration
Communication: Slack, Teams, Discord bots and notifications
E-commerce: Shopify, WooCommerce, payment gateway integration
Marketing Tools: Google Ads, Facebook Ads, email marketing platforms
Productivity: Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Notion, Airtable
Fortinet
Cisco
Microsoft Azure
Network Design
Cybersecurity Tool
Network Analysis
AI Consulting
n8n
Automation
LLM Prompt Engineering
Make.com
Bot
API
Docker
LLM Prompt
Md.Rakibul I.
Hamilton East, New Zealand
$55/hr
4.9
118 jobs
🚀 Top-Rated for 8+ consecutive years | 🧠 14+ years of full-stack excellence | 🛠️ AI-integrated CRM & eCommerce solutions
I’m a senior full-stack web developer and certified CRM consultant, helping modern businesses scale with smart technology. I specialize in Shopify, WooCommerce, Zendesk, and custom API development, now enriched with AI-powered automation to streamline workflows and boost efficiency.
🔥 What I Bring to the Table:
14+ years of hands-on experience in PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, and API-rich development
Up-to-date skills in integrating AI/ML tools into eCommerce & CRM systems
A background in Admin Support and Technical Consulting means I don’t just code — I solve business problems
💡 AI & Automation Expertise:
Integrate GPT-based AI Assistants for Zendesk and Freshdesk (e.g., ticket summarization, intent routing)
AI-enhanced eCommerce: product recommendations, predictive search, and smart FAQs
Build custom API bridges to OpenAI, LangChain, or Hugging Face models
🛒 eCommerce Development (Shopify/WooCommerce):
Shopify (Plus), WooCommerce, OpenCart – theme dev, custom checkout flows, and API logic
AI-enhanced SEO: auto-generate meta tags, product descriptions
Payment integrations: Stripe, Apple Pay, Amazon Pay, Braintree, Authorize.net
🧠 CRM & Customer Support Systems:
Expert-level Zendesk setup and automation (macros, triggers, custom apps)
Cross-platform experience with Desk.com, Salesforce, Freshdesk
GPT-powered CRM bots, reporting automation, agent productivity tools
🔧 Web & API Stack:
PHP (CodeIgniter, Laravel), Node.js, AngularJS, Backbone.js
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, REST APIs, JSON, XML
Front-end to back-end, fully mobile-responsive
🎯 Why Clients Hire Me:
Communicative, detailed, and focused on business results
Available during U.S. business hours
Trusted by global brands for long-term projects and next-gen solutions
💬 Ready to turn your platform into a smart, scalable engine?
Let’s talk about how I can elevate your CRM, eCommerce, or SaaS product — with modern tech and AI integration leading the charge.
API Integration
jQuery
Web Development
Python
PHP
WordPress
RESTful API
Customer Service Analytics
API
Ticketing System
Zendesk API
Zendesk
Shopify
Shopify Templates
Customer Relationship Management
Mitchell S.
Auckland, New Zealand
$160/hr
5.0
154 jobs
"At TechSquid, our job isn't complete, until yours is!"
TechSquid is a new IT startup company, based in Auckland, New Zealand.
TechSquid serves small to medium sized businesses across a wide array of common Technical issues, including:
* Automation across PHP, Python, Javascript, VBA etc.
* CRM Implementation and Customisation
* O365 Implementation and Administration
* Excel / Access Training
* Customised Programming and Development
* Data Visualisation
We are just generally awesome when we get to use:
* API’s
* JSON/XML
* REST Services
* Curl
* SSH
* FTP/SFTP
We have extensive experience across the following systems:
* Woocommerce
* Wordpress (Including BuddyBoss, BuddyPress, Memberpress, Paid Memberships Pro, Etc.)
* All Microsoft Office Packages (E.g Excel, Access, Word etc)
* Shopify
* Zoho
* Amazon Web Services
* Bigcommerce
* ERPNext
Our main programming languages include:
* JavaScript/JQuery
* Python
* PHP
* VBA
* HTML/CSS
Drop us a line
Salesforce
API
Python
PHP
JavaScript
Shopify
Odoo
Office 365
ERPNext
JSON
Ubuntu
API Integration
Visual Basic for Applications
Terry P.
Orewa, New Zealand
$50/hr
5.0
3 jobs
Extensive experience in the following:
* Data Migration - covering all aspects from Strategy development, landscape analysis, data profiling, data cleansing, data mapping, ETL, and reconciliation
* Data Analysis of large complex data sets
* Business Analyst
* Business Process Mapping
* Data Mining
* Software development via the SDLC
* Software design
* VBA
* SaaS design and development
* SQL and PL/SQL scripting
Data Mining
Microsoft Access Programming
Data Migration
Data Modeling
SQL Programming
ETL
DataTables
Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services
Oracle PLSQL
Visual Basic for Applications
Kristen O.
Auckland, New Zealand
$25/hr
5.0
2 jobs
I am a highly motivated, customer-centric professional known for delivering exceptional service with precision and efficiency. With a sharp eye for detail and a natural ability to learn quickly, I consistently exceed expectations in fast-paced environments. My strong sense of ownership and self-drive allows me to adapt seamlessly, take initiative, and contribute meaningfully to any team or task. Passionate about creating positive customer experiences, I bring a solution-focused mindset, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellence in everything I do.
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