Senior System Administrator specializing in Microsoft 365, Active Directory, AWS, and enterprise infrastructure reliability.
For the past 4 years, I've been the sole infrastructure consultant supporting production systems for Revalize LLC (USA), managing customer-facing enterprise environments where downtime directly impacts revenue.
Alongside this long-term enterprise infrastructure ownership, I've delivered migration and remediation projects for 20+ organizations across SaaS, manufacturing, and professional services.
Core expertise:
- Microsoft 365 migrations & hybrid Exchange
- Active Directory & Windows Server administration
- AWS cost optimization & infrastructure reliability
- PowerShell automation & process optimization
- Disaster recovery & business continuity
Clients typically bring me in when:
→ Migration projects have stalled or lack expertise
→ Active Directory or mail infrastructure becomes unstable
→ Production environments lack documentation or monitoring
→ Infrastructure costs are growing unexpectedly
→ Internal teams cannot safely troubleshoot production systems
Recent project outcomes:
→ Migrated 500+ users from Exchange 2016 to Microsoft 365 with zero email downtime during 72-hour cutover
→ Reduced AWS infrastructure costs by 30% ($47K annually) through EC2 rightsizing and Reserved Instance strategy
→ Restored multi-site Active Directory replication affecting 450+ users across 3 locations within 8 hours
→ Recovered a non-booting domain controller with SYSVOL/DFSR failures in 6 hours, preventing an authentication outage
→ Automated user onboarding workflows, reducing provisioning time from 2 hours to 10 minutes
Microsoft 365 & Exchange
- Exchange Online & hybrid Exchange migrations
- Tenant-to-tenant migrations
- Hybrid identity (Entra ID / Azure AD)
- SharePoint & Teams administration
- SPF / DKIM / DMARC configuration
- Intune device management & endpoint compliance policies
- MFA enforcement, Conditional Access, and Microsoft 365 governance
- Exchange sync troubleshooting & mailbox recovery
Active Directory & Windows Infrastructure
- Domain controller recovery & SYSVOL/DFSR replication repair
- Multi-site domain controller deployments
- Group Policy management & troubleshooting
- FSMO role management & transfer
- Hybrid AD environments (on-premises + Entra ID)
- Windows Server 2012 R2 through 2022 administration
AWS & Cloud Infrastructure
- Cost optimization & infrastructure analysis (40-60% average reduction)
- EC2 rightsizing & Reserved Instance strategy
- RDS performance tuning & elastic pool optimization
- CloudWatch monitoring & proactive alerting
- VPC design & auto-scaling configuration
Infrastructure Reliability & Operations
- Disaster recovery planning & backup validation
- Production change management & operational handoff
- 24/7 emergency support for production infrastructure incidents
- Flexible timezone coverage (US, UK, Australian business hours)
Additional experience includes VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, Fortinet/pfSense networking, Veeam/Commvault backup solutions, and enterprise ITSM platforms including ServiceNow and JIRA.
Certifications:
→ AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
→ Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals (2024)
→ MCSA: Windows Server 2016
→ Fortinet NSE 1 & NSE 2 Network Security
Clients value reliability, communication, and operational accountability just as much as technical execution.
If you need an experienced infrastructure engineer to stabilize, migrate, optimize, or maintain production systems, send me:
→ Current infrastructure overview (platform, user count, pain points)
→ Project goals and timeline
→ Any existing documentation or error logs
I respond within 24 hours with a project assessment and approach.
Available for scheduled migrations, infrastructure remediation, and urgent production recovery engagements.
Microsoft Windows PowerShell
System Administration
Active Directory Federation Services
Office 365
Windows Server
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Cloud Computing
Cloud Services
Cloud Migration
System Analysis
Automation
Microsoft Azure Administration
Scripting
IT Consultation
IT Infrastructure
Infrastructure Management
Mahesh S.
Kandy, Sri Lanka
$40/hr
4.9
45 jobs
Expert in Email Configuration, Authentication & IT Systems Administration | 11+ Years Experience
I am a highly skilled IT Systems Administrator with 11+ years of experience in email configuration, authentication, deliverability, domain management, and IT infrastructure. I specialize in setting up, managing, and troubleshooting business email systems, ensuring secure, high-deliverability email communication.
💡 Email System Configuration & Management
✔ Google Workspace (Gmail for Business), Microsoft 365 (O365), Zoho Mail and many other
email platforms.
✔ Mailgun, SMTP, Postfix, Exim & Other Email Relay Services
✔ Transactional & Marketing Email Setup (Mailgun, SendGrid, Instantly.ai, Lemlist, etc.)
✔ Custom Email Domain Setup, Migration & Troubleshooting
🔐 Email Authentication & Security
✔ SPF, DKIM, DMARC Implementation & Optimization
✔ BIMI & MTA-STS Setup for Brand Protection
✔ Reverse DNS (PTR Records) & Dedicated IP Configuration
✔ SMTP Authentication & Secure Email Protocols (TLS, SSL)
🚀 Email Deliverability & Optimization
✔ Inbox Placement & Avoiding Spam Filters
✔ IP Reputation Monitoring & Blacklist Removal
✔ Domain Warm-up & Cold Email Best Practices
✔ Google Postmaster Tools & Microsoft SNDS Configuration
🌍 Domain Management, DNS Setup & Hosting Services
✔ Domain Registration & Transfer Management
✔ DNS Configuration (A, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV, PTR Records)
✔ Hosting Setup & Migration (cPanel, Plesk, Cloudflare, AWS, etc.)
✔ CDN Integration & Performance Optimization
🖥️ IT Infrastructure & Systems Administration
I also have deep expertise in IT systems administration, virtualization, and troubleshooting, including:
✔ Microsoft Windows Server (Setup, Management & Troubleshooting)
✔ Microsoft Hyper-V & VMware (Virtualization & Failover Clustering)
✔ WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) for Patch Management
✔ Linux OS Installation & Server Configuration
✔ Remote IT Support for Windows, Linux & VMware
With my proven track record in IT infrastructure, email solutions, and domain management, I help businesses streamline operations, secure communication, and optimize system performance.
💬 Let’s discuss how I can improve your email setup, IT systems, and domain management!
VMware Administration
Windows Server
System Administration
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Technical Support
Virtualization
Email Deliverability
IT Service Management
Network Administration
Linux System Administration
XAMPP Stack
Network Monitoring
Website Builders & CMS Consultation
Website & CMS Bug Fix
Wimalarathnage Thilina Udara D.
Katugastota, Sri Lanka
$25/hr
5.0
19 jobs
I help businesses migrate, manage, and troubleshoot VMware, Proxmox, AWS, Windows/Linux servers, and network infrastructure.
With 15+ years of hands-on IT experience, 6,700+ Upwork hours, and 100% Job Success, I specialize in:
- VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, Horizon, and Dell server administration
- DELL NetApp SAN Storage Adminstration
- VMware to Proxmox migration planning and execution
- AWS server setup, troubleshooting, backup, and optimization
- Windows/Linux server management, SSL, DNS, VPN, firewall, and network design
- Documentation, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery planning
Clients hire me when they need a reliable senior engineer who can investigate quickly, explain clearly, and fix production issues with minimal downtime.
Certifications include VCAP-DCV, VCP-DCV, VCP-NV, AWS SAA, CCNP, CCNA, Microsoft, Dell VxRail Deploy, and Dell PowerStore Deploy.
VMWare
VMware Administration
Linux
VMware vSphere
Fortinet
Network Design
Cisco Router
Server Virtualization
VMware NSX
Windows Administration
AWS Server Migration
Linux System Administration
Storage Area Network
Amazon ECS
Microsoft Server
Vinu D.
Malwana, Sri Lanka
$50/hr
5.0
16 jobs
💼 Network Engineer | NOC Team Lead | Multi-Vendor Specialist | 8+ Years Experience
I’m a seasoned Network Engineer with over 8 years of hands-on experience in LAN/wireless network design, escalation support, network administration, and system administration. I bring a strong blend of technical expertise and leadership, having led NOC operations and managed teams to ensure 24/7 high availability across enterprise environments.
🔹 Key Strengths:
Designing and implementing high-performance, secure, and scalable networks
Troubleshooting and resolving complex networking issues across LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi
Managing NOC operations and leading teams for proactive monitoring and rapid incident response
Ensuring uptime and reliability in multi-platform, high-availability Data Center environments
Expert support across on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure
🔹 Certifications:
CCNP Enterprise | CCNP Security
Certified Meraki Networking Associate (CMNA)
VMware Certified Professional – DCV & Network Virtualization
Juniper JNCIA-Cloud
Huawei Certified ICT Associate – R&S
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Cisco Networking: On-Premise and Cloud Solutions (OCSE)
🔹 Multi-Vendor Expertise: I have extensive hands-on experience with a broad range of networking products and technologies, including:
Cisco Routers, Switches & Firewalls
Cisco Meraki (APs, Firewalls, Switches)
Fortinet, Checkpoint, Sophos Firewalls
Aruba, Ruckus, Ubiquiti, and other leading wireless solutions
Whether you're looking for a network design consultant, an escalation support expert, or a reliable NOC manager/team lead, I bring the right combination of skill, experience, and certifications to deliver outstanding results.
Let’s connect and make your network stronger, smarter, and more secure. 💡
Cisco Meraki
Network Security
Network Administration
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco IOS
Firewall
Wireless Communication
WiFi
Wireless Network Implementation
Wireless Security
Wireless LAN Controller
Aruba
Cisco
Information Technology
Cisco Router
Helpdesk
System Administration
VMware vSphere
Shameera N.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
$35/hr
4.9
25 jobs
BS.c, MS.c In Electronics & Telecommunication/ IT Security
CCSA, CCNA-CCNP R&S,CCNA-CCNP Security, CISSP, CEH, CHFI, LPT, CSX, CISM
In my last 7 years i have been working on variety of System/Network products and have gained wide experience in Microsoft, Cisco, Intel McAfee, Azure, AWS, AlienVault, PaloAlto, Fortigate, Sonicwall, Checkpoint, HP/EMC, F5 ,Radware technologies.
Used Different Products and infrastructures such as Windows, Linux desktop/server administration, Network infrastructure administration including Cisco iOS, Juniper or 3rd party (Switches, Routers, Firewalls), Cisco and other Wireless products, Snort, Alien Vault, McAfee DLP/IPS/Web gateway products, Network monitoring products (Net flow Analyzer/PRTG/Noci), NAC Solutions (Cisco, Forescout), Load balance solutions (Radware, F5), URL Filters (FortiGate/Palo Alto/PF Sense), Proxy solutions (Bluecoat/McAfee Web gateway), VMWare ESX, Veeam, Amazon AWS, Azure Cloud Solutions, Office 365, Google Apps.
I have been involved in design, configuration and troubleshooting of Network products.
***Firewalls: Palo Alto PA500/PA4000, Cisco ASA 5500 Series Cisco RV Series Cisco IAS 500 Series Cisco PIX Cisco IPS 4200 Series Fortigate 40C Fortigate 60C Fortigate 60D Fortigate 800C Fortigate 100C Fortigate 310B Fortigate 620B Checkpoint 4000 Appliance Checkpoint 2200 Appliance Checkpoint 12400 Appliances Checkpoint 12600 Appliances Sonicwall TZ Series Sonicwall NSA Series DrayTek Vigor 3200 Series DrayTek Vigor 2925 Series DrayTek Vigor 2920 Series Pfsense Juniper SRX Series Juniper SSG Series.
****Load Ballancers: F5 BIG-IP 4000s F5 BIG-IP 3900 F5 BIG-IP 2200s F5 BIG-IP 2000s F5 BIG-IP 1600 Radware LinkProof 200/208 Radware App Director Cisco ACE 4700 Application Control Engine Barracuda 440 Routers: Cisco 800 Series Cisco 1700 series Cisco 1800 series Cisco 2600 series Cisco 2800 series Cisco 2900 series Cisco 3800 series Cisco 1000 series Cisco 7600 series Switches: Cisco SG300 Cisco Catalyst 2900 series Cisco Catalyst 3500 series Cisco Catalyst 3600 series Cisco Catalyst 4500 series Cisco Catalyst 6500 series Cisco Catalyst 6800 series HP 3500 series HP 2500 series Netgear Prosafe GSM 7224 Netgear FS750T2 Netgear FS728TS Netgear FS728TP
*****Wireless Controller & Access Points: Cisco Meraki, Cisco WLC 2500 series Cisco WLC 2600 series Cisco Aironet 3600 Series Cisco Aironet 2600 Series Cisco Aironet 1600 Series NETGEAR ProSAFE® Wireless Access Points
******NAC: Forscout and Cisco NACs.
Virtualization
Microsoft Windows
Network Security
VPN
Firewall
Internet Protocol Security
Microsoft Active Directory
VMware ESX Server
Microsoft Azure
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
Technical Support
Cisco Router
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Windows Administration
Dhananjaya K.
Maharagama, Sri Lanka
$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs
A highly skilled technology professional with expertise spanning cloud computing, virtualization, containerization, networking, and security. My proficiency includes VMware Tanzu, AVI Load balancer, VMware VCF, VMware VVF, Kubernetes, and comprehensive Kubernetes Administration. I bring practical experience as a Fortinet Firewall Administrator and Checkpoint Firewall Administrator, coupled with expertise in Veeam Backup solutions. I am adept at Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Architecting and Deployment, and designing effective Hybrid Solutions. Currently enhancing my knowledge with a Master of Information Security. My foundation includes a Bachelor of Computer Science and CCNA,CCNP, along with KQL, SQL health Administration, Dev-Ops practices and skills. I am eager to leverage my diverse skillset to contribute to your projects.
VMWare
VMware Administration
DevOps
Microsoft Azure
Cloud Architecture
Cloud Security
Architectural Design
Solution Architecture
VMware vSphere
Microsoft Azure Administration
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