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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

Architecting Resilient, Multi-Platform SDDC & Hybrid Cloud Solutions. ________________________________________ 🟢 Professional Summary I specialize in the full-stack orchestration of Software-Defined Data Centers (SDDC). With 15+ years of experience, I don't just manage VMs—I build integrated, automated, and self-healing environments. Whether you are scaling with VMware Cloud Foundation (vCF) or migrating to Nutanix AHV or Azure Local, I provide the architectural blueprints and hands-on execution to ensure your infrastructure is a business accelerator, not a bottleneck. As a specialist in "Broadcom Exit" strategies, I help organizations transition seamlessly from legacy VMware to modern platforms like Nutanix, OpenShift Virtualization, or Azure Local. ________________________________________ 🚀 Specialized Expertise 🔹VCF Full-Stack Orchestration: Expert in deploying and managing VMware Cloud Foundation, integrating Compute (vSphere), Storage (vSAN), and Networking (NSX) into a single unified platform. 🔹SDDC Modernization: Advanced implementation of SDDC Manager for automated lifecycle management (LCM), patching, and password rotations. 🔹Nutanix Enterprise Cloud: Designing and managing Nutanix AOS/AHV clusters, including Prism Central orchestration and NC2 for seamless hybrid-cloud expansion. 🔹Modernization Lead: Expert in "Broadcom Exit" strategies, moving legacy workloads to OpenShift (KubeVirt), Nutanix AHV, or Azure Local (HCI). 🔹Hybrid Cloud & Edge: Designing seamless portability between on-prem SDDC and AVS, GCVE, or AWS. 🔹DevOps & CI/CD: Turning infrastructure into code using Ansible, Terraform, and Aria Automation (vRA/vRO). 🔹Server Administration: Windows Servers, RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu Server Administration ________________________________________ 🛠 Core Tech Stack 🔹SDDC & vCF: VCF 4.x/5.x, SDDC Manager, vSphere (ESXi/vCenter), vSAN (ESA/OSA), Nutanix AOS/AHV, Prism Central. 🔹Network & Security: NSX-T/V (Overlay, Micro-segmentation, T0/T1 Gateways), DFW, Load Balancing. 🔹Cloud Management: VMware Aria Suite (Automation, Operations, Operations for Logs). 🔹Containers: Red Hat OpenShift (OCP), OpenShift Virtualization, Kubernetes. 🔹Server Admin: Windows Server (AD/GPO), RHEL, Ubuntu, CI/CD Pipelines (YAML). 🔹DevOps/IaC: Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, CI/CD Pipelines. 🔹BCDR: Azure Backup, Veeam, Dell Networker, Zerto. ________________________________________ 📈 Recent Project Wins 🔹VCF Green-Field Deployment: Designed and implemented a multi-region VMware Cloud Foundation environment, reducing provisioning time from weeks to minutes via Aria Automation. 🔹NSX-T Micro-segmentation: Secured a global financial platform by implementing a Zero-Trust architecture using NSX Distributed Firewall (DFW). 🔹Hybrid Cloud Modernization: Deployed Azure Local (HCI) for edge compute, integrated with Azure Backup for unified cloud-to-edge protection. 🔹Nutanix Migration: Successfully led a cross-hypervisor migration from VMware to Nutanix AHV, optimizing license costs and improving storage performance. 🔹Enterprise Migration: Led a zero-downtime migration of 500+ VMs to OpenShift Virtualization using MTV. ________________________________________ Let’s build a high-performance, software-defined future. Click "Invite to Job" to discuss your VCF architecture, SDDC management, or cloud migration.

Thank you for taking the time, reviewing my profile. My Objective is to work in the most challenging position with an organization that provides ample opportunities to learn and to contribute. I am a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate in Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate in Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Certified IT Professional(MCITP) in Windows 2008 Server Administration, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)in Windows Server 2008, MS Certified Systems Engineer(MCSE) in Windows Server 2003, MS Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) in Exchange Server 2003, MS Certified Professional (MCP) in Windows XP. Apart from this, I am also a Certified Global Networking Professional (GNetPro) from the Indian Institute of Hardware Technology (IIHT). I possess over 15 years of total working experience. Since joining oDesk in 2009 I've been working with UBERbase Insolvency Process Software in CANADA as IT Operations Managers since January 2010, Also working since December 2019 with Bayonet Ventures LLP United Kingdom as Senior IT Officer. I have worked with OakWood, Ottawa's Largest Renovation Experts as IT Operations Manager from January 2010 - December 2020. I've also worked with Orion Global Managed Services & ZionTech Group providing Onsite IT Support services to their clients all over India. I also undertake small-scale projects with Galvao Group as IT Administrator providing Support for their Mobile App Server for Courier Complete. I have also been working with GEIDI an Australian-based MSP providing Server support for their client-base of over 300 users & ISN Global a California-based MSP providing Server support for their Client-base of over 200 users. I have also worked with PROTECHNICAL a Managed Service Provider (MSP) in Nevada as Senior Server Support Engineer Implementing & Integrating MSP Solutions across their Mix Windows Server Network & Clients. Worked as a Project Manager, US Spot Verifier (Radio & Television), Purchase Assistant(Garments Manufacturing), and Contact Center Executive(3G UK). I've also worked as a Project Manager(Article Submission), US Verifier (Radio & Television), Purchase Assistant(Garments Manufacturing), and Contact Center Executive(3G UK).

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.**

Key Notes: ✅ Expert in Microsoft and Linux ✅ Experience in Server and Endpoint Hardening ✅ Expert in CLOUD SERVICES SUPPORT (AWS, AZURE, GCP) ✅ Cyber Security Evangelist ✅ Expert in Microsoft services (AD, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, O365, AD Migration, Hyper V, SQL and database migration) ✅ Expert in Hyper V or ESXI deployment and management ✅ Expert in Linux (Server Hardening, Postfix Mail configuration, Web Server , cPanel, WHM etc) ✅Good hands on DevOPs(CI/CD Pipeline, Github integration, Jenkins, Docker etc) ✅Good hands on Router Switches, Firewall configuration, upgradation and Implementation. Sound Knowledge of OSI Model/TCP/IP Protocol Suite, routing protocols etc 👍 Experienced IT consultant and is responsible for projects delivery across different IT sectors with Business and Technology teams. I have 10 years of industry experience in handling high-end IT projects, giving them cost effective solutions. 👍 Proven excellency in Microsoft and Amazon cloud platform (Azure and AWS) from last 3 years. Built various infrastructure from scratch with load balancing, . Also Expertise with: 📌Route53 📌Elastic Compute Cloud 📌Storage (S3 and AWS backup) 📌Databases (RDS / Dynamo) 📌VPC 📌Cloudfront 📌ALB / ELB 📌Cloud Watch 📌AWS auto scaling 📌CloudTrail 📌Config 📌System Manager 📌AWS IAM 📌GuardDuty 📌Inspector 📌AWS SSO 📌Certificate Manager 📌WAF & Shield I take pride in ensuring all the work is error-free and completed on time and within budget. I look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with all customers and I appreciate the opportunity. Kindest Regards, Gaurav Nag

Highly skilled and dedicated IT professional with a solid 9 years of experience in managing and optimizing network security, virtualization, Microsoft 365 administration and server infrastructure. Specializing in SonicWall firewall administration, VMware server virtualization, Windows server management, Microsoft 365 & Azure AD administration, Scripting and a wide array of essential tools utilized by Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Adept at ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of IT environments, I am committed to delivering exceptional results in a dynamic and ever-evolving industry. ------------------------------------------------------------------- My Background: Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in VMware, Firewall, Veeam Backup and Storage administration. I possess a deep understanding of virtualization concepts, coupled with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining virtual infrastructures. Skills and Abilities: ----------------------- As a Cloud Support Administrator, I bring a diverse set of skills that enable me to excel in managing complex virtual environments. Some key areas of expertise include: 1. Hypervisor Management: Proficient in deploying, configuring, and managing virtual machines, clusters, hosts, and datastores within vSphere environments. 2. Performance Optimization: Experienced in monitoring resource utilization, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations to ensure optimal performance. 3. Disaster Recovery and High Availability: Skilled in setting up and maintaining disaster recovery solutions and high-availability configurations to ensure business continuity. 4. Security and Compliance: Knowledgeable in implementing security measures and adhering to industry best practices and compliance standards. 5. Upgrades and Migrations: Well-versed in conducting seamless upgrades and migrations of VMware infrastructure, minimizing downtime and risk. 6. Troubleshooting: Adept at diagnosing and resolving complex issues related to virtualization, ensuring minimal impact on operations. 7. Automation: Familiar with scripting and automation tools, enabling the streamlining of routine tasks and increasing efficiency. 8. Veeam Expertise: With a strong focus on Veeam Backup and Replication, I possess specialized skills to optimize data protection for virtualized environments. 9. Data Security: My attention to security measures ensures that backup data remains safe and protected from potential threats. 10. PowerShell Scripting: I am highly skilled in writing PowerShell scripts from scratch to perform a wide range of tasks, including system administration, file manipulation, registry editing, and more. I can leverage PowerShell's extensive cmdlets and modules to create efficient and effective scripts. 11. Synology NAS Experience: Extensive knowledge in configuring and managing Synology NAS solutions. Proficient in setting up file services, implementing security measures, and ensuring seamless data access and storage management. 12. Exchange Online Management: Skilled in managing Exchange Online features, including mailbox creation, email routing, distribution groups, shared mailboxes, and mailbox permissions.