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As an Azure SME & Cloud Specialist, I bring hands-on experience across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, PowerShell automation, and Windows Server administration, helping organizations design, secure, and scale their hybrid cloud environments with precision and efficiency. 🔹 Expertise that drives transformation: Azure Networking: Designing and implementing secure, scalable virtual networks, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, and hybrid connectivity with enterprise-grade governance. Azure Solutioning: Crafting end-to-end Azure architectures — from compute, storage, and identity management to BCDR planning and cost optimization. Azure AD / Entra ID: Implementing secure identity, access policies, MFA, and conditional access to strengthen organizational security posture. Microsoft 365 Administration: Integrating Azure and M365 for seamless productivity and compliance. PowerShell Automation: Automating repetitive admin tasks, managing Azure resources, and simplifying user and license management with precision scripting. Windows Server Administration: Deep experience in ADDS, GPOs, DHCP, DNS, patching, and migration to cloud-managed environments. Whether it’s designing resilient Azure architectures, scripting automation workflows, or mentoring professionals towards Azure certifications (AZ-104 / AZ-305 / AZ-500). I thrive on making technology simpler, secure, and scalable.

I am a CCIE Security/NSE4/AWS, Azure and OCI Foundation certified network professional and I have worked for 6 plus years in Cisco TAC security team. I have an over all 13 plus years of experience. I have worked on multivendor products like firewalls like Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortigate, Sonicwall etc, load balancers (F5 LTM, AFM), SDN solutions, Cisco Switches like catalyst, nexus etc. I have good exposure of configuring cisco switches (Nexus and Catalyst) and routers. I have expert level knowledge of Cisco firewalls (ASA/FTD), fortigate, pfsense and palo alto. I have very strong troubleshooting skills and I have done several migrations of firewalls and other technologies. I have migrated several multi vendor firewalls to Cisco Firewalls and vice versa. Also, have worked on a mass migration project like migrated more than 70 cisco ASAs to Cisco FTDs. I am managing more than 15 Palo Alto firewalls and 30 Fortigate firewalls. I have sounds concepts and working knowledge of AWS advanced networking and Azure networking. I have configured several VPN connections between cloud and multivendor firewalls.

If you have projects in Apache Superset and require help on the following, please get in touch: - Superset infrastructure, administration and deployment. - Superset dashboard development and best practices. - Superset customisations - Business Intelligence roadmaps and expansion. I have been in the Business Intelligence, Data Management and Digital Transformation space for 8+ years. A few names I have helped in their journey of analytics and BI, Worldbank, Vodafone, Tatasteel, Sentosa, IBM and several startups. Tools are only one part of the story. Being able to use the tools to create a great experience is something else altogether. I am particularly good at unearthing trends and patters in data mountains. This "data mountain" could be the www or your database(s).

CERTIFICATIONS: AZ-104: Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate AZ-140: Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty (In Progress) AZ-900: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals MS-900: Microsoft 365 Certified Fundamentals 💻 System & Cloud Administrator | Windows, Linux, VMware & Microsoft 365 I am an experienced System Administrator with strong expertise in Windows Server, Linux, and VMware administration, helping businesses build secure, reliable, and scalable IT environments. I also hold Microsoft Azure Administrator, Fundamentals and Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certifications, which back my ability to manage modern cloud infrastructures effectively. ✅ What I bring to the table: Administration and optimization of Windows & Linux servers VMware vSphere / vCenter management, deployment & troubleshooting Active Directory, Group Policy, and Identity Management Azure & Microsoft 365 configuration, migration, and support Backup, recovery, and system security best practices --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PROFILE: Azure Network Engineer | Cloud Engineering 💼 Azure Cloud Specialist | Azure Networking | AVD | VMware | Microsoft 365 | 💼Azure Network & Cloud Specialist | AZ-700 Focus | Enterprise & Hybrid Environments I am a System & Cloud Administrator specializing in Microsoft Azure, with strong hands-on experience in Azure networking, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Microsoft 365, VMware, and hybrid environments. I help businesses design, secure, and operate scalable cloud infrastructures, with a strong focus on network architecture, performance, and security. 🔹 Azure & Cloud Expertise **Azure Compute – Virtual Machines, VM Scale Sets, App Services **Azure Storage – Blob Storage, Azure Files, Managed Disks **Azure Networking (Core Focus) * * VNets & Subnets * * NSGs & UDRs * * Hub-Spoke architecture & Azure Landing Zones * * Load Balancers (L4/L7), Application Gateway (WAF) * * Azure Virtual WAN, Azure Firewall, Azure Front Door * * VPN Gateway & ExpressRoute * * Service Endpoints, Private Link & Private Endpoints * * Azure Load Balancer and Azure Traffic Manager * **Monitoring & Security** – Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Key Vault, Defender for Cloud 🖥️ IAM Specialist – (Azure Entra ID Focus) * Azure Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) * Have experience in Design/Development in IAM * Conditional Access, MFA, SSO, Identity Governance * Privileged Identity Management (PIM) * Integration with SaaS apps and federation protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID) 🖥️ Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) * Host pool design & deployment * FSLogix profile configuration * Scaling plans & session optimization * Secure access using Conditional Access & MFA 🏢 Hybrid & Enterprise Infrastructure * Windows Server 2012–2022 (AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO) * Linux (Ubuntu, Debian) * Microsoft Entra ID & Entra ID Connect * Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams) * VMware vSphere / vCenter (HA, DRS, templates, snapshots) 🔄 Backup, DR & Automation * Azure Backup & Azure Site Recovery * Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR) * PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM Templates, Bicep 🎓 Certifications * **AZ-104** – Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate * **AZ-900** – Azure Fundamentals * **MS-900** – Microsoft 365 Fundamentals * **AZ-140** – Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty (In Progress) * **AZ-700** – Azure Network Engineer Associate (Pursuing) 🚀 Why clients hire me ✔ Strong **Azure networking & security** mindset ✔ Real-world **production experience**, not just theory ✔ Clear communication and ownership of tasks ✔ Solutions designed for **performance, reliability, and scalability** If you’re looking for an Azure Cloud Specialist who understands networking, identity, and enterprise workloads, I can help you build and maintain a secure, high-performing environment. 👉 **Invite me to your job or send a message to get started.**

I am an ex-Microsoft employee with extensive experience using Microsoft products. I am certified in Microsoft Office 365, GCP, AWS, and Azure. In the areas of Hyper and Azure, I have been recognised as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional. I cover the architecture, security, administration, and migration of all three major clouds: Azure, AWS, and GCP. Contact me for a consultation, and let's transform your IT dreams into reality. Your upcoming projects deserve nothing but the best. Don't hesitate to reach out to me anytime! * Top-rated Azure, VMware, DevOps Engineer in Upwork * 15+ years as an IT Professional * 10+ years as Cloud Expert, Paas and SaaS Architect * Consistently in the top 20 Freelancers in UpWork and other freelance sites * Executed around 100+ Projects, 65+ Migrations, 20+ Clients In addition to expertise in cloud infrastructure, the field includes proficiency with Windows Server (2003-2016), Microsoft Active Directory, Hyper-V Private Cloud, IIS, System Center, and SQL. Microsoft CAF | Migration & Integration | Azure Governance Framework | Cloud Accelerator (CA), Cloud Infrastructure Setup | OnPrem to Cloud migration | Cloud Performance Tuning | Optimization Cloud Cost Optimization | Infrastructure As Code Infrastructure | Azure, AWS, GCP, | DevOps | Virtualization ( Vmware | Citrix | Windows, Microsoft Hyper-V ) | Hub-and-Spoke network | Azure policies, Key Vaults, RBAC, ASR, | ExpressRoute, Azure Monitoring, Security Centre, Application Gateway, Azure App Services | DevOps CI/CD Setup | Azure AKS | VDI | Veeam Backups | Hybrid Environment Architecture | Windows Infrastructure Design | Security Azure Recovery Services | Azure Backup Vault | OS (Server windows 2003,08,12,16) | Hyper-V 2008 r2, 2012,2016| SCVMM | Windows RDS2012 and 2016 | Citrix XenApp I have certificates: • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: Cloud Platform • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Productivity • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Data Management and Analytics • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server 2016 • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: Windows 10 • Microsoft Specialist: Configuring Windows Devices • Microsoft Specialist: Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions • Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer: Azure Solutions Architect • Microsoft Specialist: Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Data Platform • Microsoft Specialist: Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: Office 365 • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Private Cloud • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Messaging • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: SQL Server 2012/2014 • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server 2012 • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Server Infrastructure • Microsoft® Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server 2008 • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server 2008 • Microsoft® Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Applications • Microsoft® Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Network • Microsoft® Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory • Microsoft® Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

With over 18 years of experience in IT Infrastructure Management, Managed Services, and Cybersecurity, I help organizations design, implement, and manage secure, compliant, and resilient environments across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid platforms. My expertise includes: ✅ Cybersecurity & Compliance: In-depth knowledge of frameworks like PCI DSS, NIST, HITRUST, SOC 2 and experience in implementing controls, policies, and procedures for successful audits and certifications. ✅ Cloud & Infrastructure Security: Skilled in Microsoft Azure (IaaS/PaaS), Office 365 (SaaS), Google Workspace, and AWS security services, including identity and access management, threat protection, and data loss prevention. ✅ Email & Data Migrations: Seamless migration of mailboxes and data from on‑premises to cloud, across platforms (Exchange, Office 365, G Suite). ✅ Incident & Change Management: Skilled in L2/L3 troubleshooting, vulnerability remediation, daily security review, and rapid incident response. ✅ Automation & Optimization: Expertise in PowerShell, Azure AD/Entra, Defender, and compliance automation for stronger, more secure environments. ✅ NOC & Team Leadership: Establishing operational policies and procedures, mentoring staff, managing tickets, and aligning service delivery with security best practices. With a focus on aligning cybersecurity, compliance, and operational efficiency, I’ve worked with global MSPs and enterprise clients across industries. From planning and implementation to audits and ongoing support, I help organizations secure their infrastructure and maintain a robust security posture. If you’re looking for a seasoned expert to build, manage, or optimize a secure, compliant, and highly available IT environment, I’d be happy to discuss how I can help.