I help businesses modernize and secure their IT infrastructure through Azure, Microsoft 365, AWS, and hybrid cloud solutions
With 7+ years of experience in global MSP and multi-site enterprise environments, I specialize in designing secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-first architectures not just maintaining systems.
I’ve led migrations impacting 100,000+ users, reduced critical vulnerabilities by 50%, and improved infrastructure uptime to 90.9% through structured monitoring, automation, and DR strategy.
My expertise includes:
🔹 Microsoft 365 & Exchange Migrations
– Exchange On-Prem → M365
– POP/IMAP → M365
– Tenant-to-Tenant migrations
– DNS, MX, SPF, DKIM, DMARC configuration
– Zero data loss & structured mailbox migration
🔹 Azure Infrastructure & Hybrid Identity
– Azure VMs, VNets, NSGs, VPN & Site-to-Site connectivity
– Entra ID (Azure AD), AD Connect, Conditional Access
– Hybrid domain migrations & FSMO transfers
– Server upgrades (2012/2016 → 2022/2025)
– Backup, DR & BCDR architecture
🔹 File & SharePoint Migrations
– File Server → SharePoint Online
– NTFS to SharePoint permission mapping
– Incremental sync & cutover planning
– Azure AD device join & identity transition
🔹 AWS Cloud & Hybrid Environments
– EC2, IAM, S3, VPC architecture
– Secure hybrid connectivity
– Backup policies & resilience planning
🔹 Network & Security Architecture
– Enterprise firewall platforms (Fortinet, SonicWall, WatchGuard, Sophos, Cisco)
– VPN design (IPSec / SSL / OpenVPN)
– Zero Trust principles
– Cyber Essentials / CE+ implementation
– Vulnerability remediation & hardening
What sets me apart:
✔ Architect-level thinking with hands-on execution
✔ Zero-downtime migration planning
✔ Security-first design approach
✔ Deep understanding of DNS & mail flow pitfalls
✔ Automation using PowerShell, Bash & cloud-native tooling
If your environment is fragmented, legacy-heavy, or mid-migration I help bring structure, security, and scalability back under control.
Available for complex migrations, infrastructure consolidation, cloud modernization, and long-term IT ownership.
Trusted by MSPs and growing businesses to take ownership of complex cloud migrations, infrastructure consolidation, and long-term IT modernization.
Microsoft Azure
Server Virtualization
Server Administration
Office 365
DNS
DHCP
IT Infrastructure
Migration
Network Design
Computing & Networking
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Intune
Cisco
Disaster Recovery
Email
Rajendiran C.
Bengaluru, India
$30/hr
4.9
77 jobs
SSO developer with 8+ years of experience in to identity and access management.Possess good knowledge on integrating different apps using SAML/OIDC/OAUTH.
Possess experience in using different libraries for saml/oidc that includes below programming langauge:
★ NodeJs
★ ReactJS
★NestJS
★ Angular
★ PHP/larvel
★ Python
★ .NET
Possess experience in using different identity providers such as :
★ KeyCloak
★ AzureAD
★ PINGFed/PingOne
★ Auth0
★ OKTA
★ ISAM/ISIM
★ AWS
★ SailPoint
Spring Security
PHP
Java Servlet API
OAuth
User Identity Management
Microsoft Azure
OKTA
Firebase
NodeJS Framework
React
Single Sign-On
AWS Application
Security Assertion Markup Language
Vishal K.
Jaipur, India
$24/hr
5.0
5 jobs
#MicrosoftSentinel #DefenderXDR #SOC #ThreatHunting #IncidentResponse #AzureSecurity #AWSSecurity #EntraID #CrowdStrike #Darktrace #SOAR #KQL #MSP #24x7SOC #L1L2L3Support
PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS
I help MSPs and mid-size businesses run tighter, faster Security Operations — building and tuning Microsoft Sentinel, cutting alert noise in Defender XDR, and closing incidents before they become breaches. I work comfortably across the full support stack, from L1/L2 triage and ticket escalation to L3 threat hunting and incident response, so MSPs can plug me into wherever their SOC needs coverage.
Over the past 6+ years, I've supported 24×7 SOC operations for US and UK-based MSPs across Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365 environments. Recent work includes:
Built and tuned Microsoft Sentinel analytics rules, reducing false-positive alerts by 40–60%
Reduced Mean Time to Respond (MTTR) on P1 security incidents by ~50% through SOAR playbooks, PowerShell automation, and optimized L1→L3 escalation workflows
Strengthened Microsoft Entra ID and Conditional Access across 20+ client tenants, remediating 95%+ of critical identity and cloud security findings identified by Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Managed vulnerability remediation programs that reduced critical vulnerabilities by over 70% using Tenable, Rapid7, and ConnectSecure
Automated security operations and patching tasks, saving MSP teams 10–15 hours of manual effort per week
How I work: I slot into your existing ticketing and escalation process (ConnectWise, Datto RMM, ServiceNow, Jira) — handling day-to-day L1/L2 alert triage and client tickets, while also owning the deeper SOC work: Sentinel rule-tuning, threat hunting, and incident response when things escalate to L3. That means you're not hiring separate people for routine coverage and complex investigations.
If you need an engineer who can cover 24×7 SOC monitoring, MSP ticket escalation, or hands-on Sentinel/Defender work without a ramp-up period, let's talk about your environment.
SKILLS
Microsoft Sentinel, KQL, Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Azure Security, AWS Security, Entra ID, SOAR, SIEM, CrowdStrike Falcon, Darktrace, Vulnerability Management, MSP Ticket Escalation (L1-L3), Terraform, PowerShell, Azure DevOps, Microsoft 365 Security, Conditional Access
System Administration
Linux
DevOps
Network Administration
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
CrowdStrike
Microsoft Azure Administration
Azure DevOps
Cybersecurity Monitoring
SOC 3
Cloud Security
Security Operation Center
Cloud Engineering
Security Engineering
Ravi Kant S.
Mohali, India
$35/hr
4.9
6 jobs
With 10+ years in network infrastructure and security, I help businesses resolve the issues that stop daily operations: failed VPNs, blocked firewall traffic, unstable branches, cloud connectivity and VoIP/SIP problems.
My focus is simple: find the actual root cause, restore services with minimum disruption, and avoid risky trial-and-error changes on a live network.
I have supported enterprise, government, data centre and multi-site business networks using Fortinet, Cisco and other leading firewall platforms, with hybrid connectivity across AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud.
My "Zero-Risk" Methodology
Many engineers rely on "guess and check" troubleshooting. I don't. I never make blind changes on a live production network. Before altering your setup, I map your current design, analyze your routing, and review firewall policies. I always pull backups, engineer a rollback plan, and execute controlled, fully documented changes. My goal is permanent stability, not temporary patches.
Core Expertise & Outcomes Delivered:
Firewall & Threat Management: FortiGate, Cisco, UniFi, and MikroTik. (Comprehensive policy audits, legacy rule cleanup, and strict hardening).
Complex VPN Troubleshooting: Site-to-Site, Remote-Access, IPsec, and SSL VPNs. If your tunnel is unstable or failing, I will stabilize it.
Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure: AWS (VPC, Security Groups), Microsoft Azure (VNet, VPN Gateway, NSG), and Google Cloud. I build secure, seamless office-to-cloud and cloud-to-cloud bridges.
VoIP/SIP Optimization: Resolving SIP registration failures, NAT traversal bugs, one-way audio, and call drops using precise QoS, Voice VLANs, and Cisco CUBE support.
Advanced Routing & Switching: SD-WAN deployments, dual-ISP failover, VLANs, and comprehensive LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi troubleshooting.
How We Can Partner:
Emergency Troubleshooting: Rapid isolation and resolution of critical connectivity, routing, or security failures affecting your users.
Network Health & Security Audits: Deep-dive reviews to identify vulnerabilities, clean up messy configurations, and provide actionable security roadmaps.
Infrastructure Setups & Migrations: End-to-end planning for new branch offices, secure remote work environments, and physical security networks (CCTV/Biometrics).
Retained Network Support: Dependable, on-demand escalation support for internal IT teams, MSPs, software companies, and business owners.
My core technical experience includes:
• FortiGate configuration, migration and troubleshooting
• Cisco routers, switches, Firewall, Firepower, Voice Gateway and CUBE
• Fortigate, Fortinet, Mikrotik,
• IPsec, SSL and remote-access VPNs
• Site-to-site VPN and multi-site connectivity
• SD-WAN, dual-ISP failover and policy-based routing
• VLANs, routing, NAT, DHCP, DNS and LAN/WAN troubleshooting
• Firewall policy review, cleanup and security hardening
• Wi-Fi, office connectivity and branch network support
• AWS VPC, routing, security groups, VPN and hybrid access
• Azure VNet, NSG, VPN Gateway, peering and hybrid connectivity
• Google Cloud VPC, firewall rules, VPN and network access
• SIP, NAT traversal, RTP, one-way audio and call-drop issues
• Voice VLANs, QoS and firewall policies for voice traffic
• Network diagrams, documentation and handover notes
Where access permits, I take a backup, confirm the rollback plan, make controlled changes, test the traffic flow and document the result. This is especially important on production firewalls, remote branches, VPN tunnels and voice networks, where one quick change can affect another service.
Let’s Secure Your Network
Whether you need a one-time emergency fix, a comprehensive security audit, or ongoing support, I am here to help.
Please share:
Your primary firewall/hardware vendor and model.
The exact issue or project scope (and any recent changes made).
The number of sites or users affected.
Once I understand your exact setup and the business impact, I will provide a clear, safe plan of action to get your network running flawlessly.
Network Security
Firewall
Fortinet
Cisco
VPN
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud Platform
Cisco ASA
Cisco Firepower Threat Defense
Routing
LAN Administration
WAN Optimization
Wireless Network Implementation
Cloud Security
Security Testing
Network Architecture
Network Administration
Information Security Audit
Troubleshooting
Muhammed R.
Malappuram, India
$30/hr
5.0
199 jobs
I am a Senior Systems & Network Administrator with 18+ years of experience, including 5+ years supporting U.S.-based MSP clients, delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing IT environments.
I specialize in end-to-end infrastructure management across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud platforms. My expertise spans Microsoft ecosystems, enterprise networking, virtualization, backup/recovery, security, and VoIP systems.
I have successfully managed environments ranging from small businesses (20 users) to enterprise setups, handling everything from daily operations to complex migrations, security hardening, and performance optimization.
🔷 Core Expertise
🖥️ System Administration
Windows Server (2012–2025)
Active Directory / Azure AD (Entra ID)
DNS / DHCP
Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
Microsoft Exchange (On-Prem & Hybrid)
Microsoft 365 / Office 365
Azure Administration
Intune (Endpoint Management / MDM)
Google Workspace Administration
☁️ Cloud Platforms
Microsoft Azure
AWS (EC2, VPC, IAM basics)
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
DigitalOcean
📱 MDM & Identity
Microsoft Intune
JumpCloud
Device compliance & policy enforcement
Identity and access management (IAM, MFA)
🖧 Server & Virtualization
Dell EMC, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo, Supermicro
Hyper-V, VMware ESXi
Nutanix (AHV)
Proxmox
Server performance tuning & troubleshooting
💾 Backup & Disaster Recovery
Veeam
Veritas
Commvault
Immutable / WORM backup strategies
Disaster recovery planning & testing
🗄️ Storage (NAS/SAN)
Dell, HPE, Lenovo
Synology, QNAP
Storage design, RAID, performance optimization
🌐 Network Administration
Cisco (92xx / 95xx – Access, Distribution, Core)
VLANs, routing, segmentation
Firewalls:
Fortigate
SonicWall
Sophos
VPN (Site-to-Site / Remote Access)
Aruba WLC & Aruba ClearPass (NAC)
Network security & performance monitoring
🔐 Security
Endpoint Security:
Cortex XDR
ESET
Kaspersky
Symantec
Mail Security:
Barracuda
Proofpoint
Cloudflare
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Ransomware protection & hardening
Zero Trust and MFA implementation
☎️ VoIP Systems
FreePBX
3CX
Yeastar
Avaya IP Office
Grandstream
SIP, IVR, call routing, troubleshooting
🔷 MSP Experience
With 5+ years in U.S. MSP environments, I bring:
Strong ticketing & SLA-driven support experience
Remote infrastructure management across multiple clients
Proactive monitoring and issue resolution
Clear documentation and communication
🔷 What I Can Help You With
Full IT infrastructure management
Microsoft 365 / Azure / Google Workspace administration
Server & virtualization deployment and migration
Network design, firewall hardening & VLAN segmentation
Backup, disaster recovery & ransomware protection
Security implementation (endpoint + email + identity)
VoIP setup and troubleshooting
IT audits and performance optimization
MSP-style helpdesk & long-term support
🔷 Why Choose Me
18+ years of hands-on experience
Strong MSP background with U.S. clients
Deep expertise across systems, network, and security
Reliable, responsive, and detail-oriented
Proven ability to take full ownership of IT environments
🔷 Availability
Available for long-term and project-based work
Comfortable working in U.S. time zones
Responsive for urgent and critical issues
Fortinet
Microsoft Exchange Online
Microsoft Azure
Windows Server
Office 365
Microsoft Exchange Server
FreePBX
Firewall
Cisco Router
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Hyper-V Server
VoIP Administration
Active Directory Federation Services
Cloud Computing
Storage Area Network
Parvej K.
Bangalore, India
$50/hr
5.0
18 jobs
Hi, I'm a dedicated Cisco Certified Network Engineer with CCNA and CCNP certifications, specializing in designing, implementing, optimizing, and troubleshooting robust enterprise and SMB networks.With hands-on experience in Cisco routing and switching technologies, I help businesses build secure, scalable, and high-performance network infrastructures that minimize downtime and support business growth. Whether you need a new network deployment, migration to SD-WAN, firewall configuration, VPN setup, or ongoing network support, I deliver reliable solutions tailored to your requirements.What I Offer:Network Design & Implementation: LAN/WAN/MAN design, VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, STP, EtherChannel, and advanced routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
Cisco Infrastructure: Configuration and management of Cisco routers, switches (Catalyst, Nexus), wireless controllers (WLC), and Meraki devices
Security & Firewalls: Cisco ASA, Firepower, ACLs, VPN (Site-to-Site & Remote Access), and network security best practices
Troubleshooting & Optimization: Rapid diagnosis and resolution of complex network issues, performance tuning, and QoS implementation
Automation & Monitoring: Basic network automation with Python and Ansible, plus tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, and Cisco DNA Center
I am passionate about delivering zero-downtime migrations, enhancing network security, and reducing operational costs through efficient designs. Previous projects include full network overhauls that improved uptime to 99.99% and reduced latency significantly.I'm available for short-term gigs, long-term support contracts, or one-time consulting projects. Let's discuss how I can help strengthen your network infrastructure — feel free to message me with your requirements!Certifications:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Enterprise
Key Skills: Cisco CCNA, CCNP, Routing & Switching, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLAN, VPN, Firewall, Network Security, SD-WAN, Packet Tracer, GNS3, Wireshark
Network Engineering
Network Administration
Network Design
VPN
Cisco WLC
Cisco Meraki
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Palo Alto Firewalls
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Multiprotocol BGP
Router
Multiprotocol Label Switching
Firewall
Routing
How it works
Post a job for freePost a job
Tell us what you need. Create your own job post or generate one with AI then filter talent matches.
Hire top talent fast
Consult, interview, and hire quickly, so you can meet the freelancers you're excited about.
Collaborate easily
Use Upwork to chat or video call, share files, and track project progress right from the app.
Payment simplified
Manage payments in one place with flexible billing options. Only pay for approved work, hourly or by milestone.
Don't just take our word for it
“Upwork provides an umbrella-level of security. I can see a talent’s work history and ratings. I can hold payments in escrow. I can communicate through Upwork Messages instead of working through my email address.”
KD
Kim Darling
Emerald Tiger
“Upwork is the best platform to hire skilled professionals when we're not looking for a full-time employee. All the companies in our portfolio use Upwork to find talent across a wide range of fields.”
DM
David Merry
Kinetic Investments
“Our very specific requirements can be a challenge—With Upwork, we’re able to access a bigger community to ensure the success of our projects.”
KK
Katja Krohn
Summa Linguae
How do I hire a SSDT Freelancer in India on Upwork?
You can hire a SSDT Freelancer in India on Upwork in four simple steps:
Create a job post tailored to your SSDT Freelancer project scope. We'll walk you through the process step by step.
Browse top SSDT Freelancer talent on Upwork and invite them to your project.
Once the proposals start flowing in, create a shortlist of top SSDT Freelancer profiles and interview.
Hire the right SSDT Freelancer for your project from Upwork, the world's largest work marketplace.
At Upwork, we believe talent staffing should be easy.
How much does it cost to hire a SSDT Freelancer?
Rates charged by SSDT Freelancers on Upwork can vary with a number of factors including experience, location, and market conditions. See hourly rates for in-demand skills on Upwork.
Why hire a SSDT Freelancer in India on Upwork?
As the world's work marketplace, we connect highly-skilled freelance SSDT Freelancers and businesses and help them build trusted, long-term relationships so they can achieve more together. Let us help you build the dream SSDT Freelancer team you need to succeed.
Can I hire a SSDT Freelancer in India within 24 hours on Upwork?
Depending on availability and the quality of your job post, it's entirely possible to sign up for Upwork and receive SSDT Freelancer proposals within 24 hours of posting a job description.