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Brent K.

Chandler, Arizona

$90/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I have 16 years of experience in technical operations and networking, driving efficiency and optimizing performance in fast-paced environments. As a Regional Manager and Director, I excel in leading teams and implementing innovative solutions to enhance network services. My expertise encompasses directing technical operations, overseeing NOC teams, and ensuring seamless IT infrastructure. I focus on leveraging technology to solve challenges and improve processes. My diverse background includes positions in various sectors, from healthcare to logistics, allowing me to adapt to different business needs effectively. If you are seeking a results-oriented professional who can make a measurable impact on your organization's operations, let’s connect and explore how I can contribute to your success. In addition to my leadership and business expertise, I have previously acted as a network and systems architect for various organizations. My portfolio includes: - Sever migrations to/from VMware and Hyper-V - Network design and upgrades with Cisco, Meraki, Unifi, Fortigate, Palo Alto, and Juniper - SaaS architecture and migration including Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 - Cybersecurity and compliance auditing - Contextual access/Conditional access best practice configuration and auditing - Firewall configuration

  • Compliance
  • Information Security
  • Network Engineering
  • Computing & Networking
  • Computer Network
  • Database
  • Database Management
  • Sophos Sophos UTM
  • Cisco Meraki
  • SQL
  • Microsoft Power Automate
  • Office 365
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Microsoft Azure
Nahid H.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$20/hr
4.7
44 jobs

If your business depends on secure systems, compliant infrastructure, and zero downtime - I help you achieve exactly that. I am a Cybersecurity and IT Infrastructure professional with 10+ years of experience across banking and telecom environments, where security failures are not an option. I specialize in building, hardening, and monitoring enterprise environments aligned with ISO 27001 and PCI DSS 4.0. What I deliver ✔ End-to-end security architecture and implementation ✔ Vulnerability Assessment (VA) & Penetration Testing (PT) with actionable remediation ✔ SIEM deployment, correlation rule engineering, and threat detection use cases ✔ Endpoint security (EDR, antivirus, sandboxing) implementation and tuning ✔ Privileged Access Management (PAM) and least-privilege enforcement ✔ File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) and system hardening ✔ Zero-day threat analysis and proactive risk mitigation Network Security Expertise ✔ Palo Alto firewall configuration, policy design, and segmentation ✔ Secure network architecture and threat prevention ✔ Traffic control, access policies, and attack surface reduction Infrastructure & Operations ✔ VMware vSphere, Windows, and Linux administration ✔ High availability, patch management, and system optimization ✔ Data center operations (power, cooling, capacity planning) ✔ IT service management, vendor coordination, and SLA enforcement Why clients work with me I don’t just find vulnerabilities -I help you fix them properly I build security that aligns with real business operations I bring enterprise-level discipline from banking and telecom sectors I focus on practical, implementable security, not theoretical reports Typical Projects I Handle Full security assessment + remediation roadmap SIEM setup with real detection logic (not just logs collection) Firewall audit and optimization (especially Palo Alto) Infrastructure hardening and compliance alignment Incident investigation and threat analysis If you need someone who understands both security and infrastructure deeply, and can actually implement-not just advise - let’s discuss your project.

  • Information Security
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • FortiGate Firewall
  • Nessus
  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Windows Server
  • Linux System Administration
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Microsoft Exchange Online
  • Network Security
  • Network Penetration Testing
  • Application Security
  • Cloud Security
Alexander D.

Miami, Florida

$65/hr
4.9
52 jobs

A decade of experience building and securing infrastructure at an enterprise scale. Areas of responsibility include network security, endpoint security, cloud security, security automation and SIEM.

  • Automation
  • Cloud Security
  • Network Security
  • Security Engineering
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Server Administration
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Incident Response Plan
  • Digital Forensics
  • Security Infrastructure
  • Security Operation Center
  • Windows Administration
  • Web Application Firewall
  • Bash Programming
  • Linux System Administration
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Splunk
  • Kali Linux
Svetozar B.

Belgrade, Serbia

$35/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Infrastructure & Security Specialist specializing in Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, Windows Server, Oracle databases, infrastructure troubleshooting, security incident response, virtualization, and production systems support. I help businesses investigate security incidents, recover compromised Linux and WordPress environments, harden infrastructure, stabilize production systems, and resolve complex hosting, virtualization, and server issues. My experience includes: ✔ Security incident response & malware remediation ✔ WordPress malware removal & website recovery ✔ Server hardening & security auditing ✔ SSH, access control & authentication hardening ✔ VMware & Hyper-V virtualization ✔ Windows Server administration ✔ Linux systems administration ✔ Oracle Database administration & troubleshooting ✔ Infrastructure troubleshooting & performance analysis ✔ RAID, storage & recovery diagnostics ✔ VPS, dedicated server & hosting environments ✔ Backup & disaster recovery support ✔ PowerShell & Bash automation ✔ Email, DNS & server migrations ✔ Monitoring, stability & capacity planning Recent projects include security incident response and malware remediation across 155+ WordPress websites, Hyper-V VM scaling and performance stabilization, RAID recovery diagnostics on HPE servers, Linux/WHMCS migrations, Oracle environment troubleshooting, mail infrastructure troubleshooting, and production environment recovery. I focus on identifying root causes quickly, minimizing downtime, and delivering practical, production-ready solutions for critical systems and business infrastructure.

  • Oracle Database Administration
  • Linux System Administration
  • Bash
  • System Monitoring
  • System Administration
  • System Automation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Microsoft Hyper-V Server
  • Virtualization
  • Windows Server
  • VMware vSphere
  • VMware ESX Server
  • Microsoft Windows PowerShell
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Information Security
  • Malware Removal
  • WordPress Security
  • Network Security
  • WordPress
  • Website Security
Vong C.

Pinellas Park, Florida

$65/hr
4.4
21 jobs

I help small and mid-sized businesses secure and streamline their Microsoft , cloud, identity, and end-user environments. With 12+ years of experience across IT operations and cybersecurity, I support organizations that need a trusted expert to improve security posture, stabilize systems, and reduce day-to-day technology risk without adding unnecessary complexity. I can help with: • Microsoft security reviews and hardening • Entra ID / Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, and identity governance • Intune and endpoint management • Email security, SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and Defender policy configuration • SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft tenant administration • Network and infrastructure security improvements • Incident response planning and security baseline assessments • Ongoing IT support for cloud and hybrid environments Clients work with me when they need someone who can communicate clearly, solve problems quickly, and bridge the gap between IT operations and cybersecurity. If you need help strengthening your Microsoft environment, improving identity and endpoint security, or building a more reliable IT foundation, I’d be happy to discuss your project.

  • Firewall
  • Application Security
  • Encryption
  • Security Engineering
  • Incident Management
  • Computer Network
  • Office 365
  • Cloud Architecture
  • Network Administration
  • Cloud Security
  • User Identity Management
  • Network Penetration Testing
  • Network Security
  • Incident Response Plan
  • Information Technology Operations
Orlando R.

Richmond, Virginia

$75/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I’m a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Computer Engineering student with 10+ years of experience in IT, networking, and cybersecurity. I bring the discipline, reliability, and problem-solving mindset of my military background to every client project. What I deliver: IT support & system administration (servers, Active Directory, virtualization, troubleshooting) Networking & system optimization (Cisco/Ubiquiti, VLANs, DHCP, router/switch setup) Cybersecurity services (risk assessments, vulnerability testing, system hardening, forensic analysis) Why clients work with me: Proven expertise: Led IT & security operations supporting global missions in the U.S. Marine Corps. Scale: Managed 1,600+ assets, trained 600+ users, installed 1,200+ systems. Professional discipline: Projects delivered on time with clear communication and focus. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and provide the most effective solution

  • Information Security
  • Computer Network
  • Computing & Networking
  • Network Engineering
  • Virtual Machine
  • Penetration Testing
  • System Hardening
  • System Administration

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