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Kindele W.

Midrand, South Africa

$35/hr
4.3
1 jobs

I’m a seasoned IT professional with over 14 years of experience delivering results across public and private sectors. My career spans roles from Head of IT and Microsoft Support Engineer to IT Consultant and Business Systems Specialist, each one sharpening my ability to bridge hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership. I specialize in server administration (Windows/Linux), cloud implementations, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, and ITIL-aligned service management. I’ve led digital transformation initiatives, optimized business systems using BPMN and data analytics, and resolved complex infrastructure issues involving DNS, VPNs, firewalls, and Active Directory. Whether you need a consultant to align IT with business goals, a support engineer to troubleshoot mission-critical systems, or a systems expert to streamline operations, I bring a proactive mindset, deep technical knowledge, and a commitment to excellence. Let’s collaborate to elevate your IT environment and drive meaningful impact.

  • VPN
  • Network Engineering
  • Information Security
  • Compliance
  • Cloud Computing
  • Server & Virtualization Software
  • Server Administration
  • Agile Software Development
  • ITIL
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • Microsoft Azure Administration
  • IT Project Management
  • Firewall
Zizipho M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$7/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Are IT issues slowing down your team, causing login problems, or piling up unresolved tickets? I help businesses keep their employees productive by delivering reliable Level 1 & Level 2 IT support resolving issues quickly, reducing downtime, and maintaining smooth daily operations. I’m an experienced Remote IT Support Specialist who has supported internal users for a large, globally operating organization. I work with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, ServiceNow, and Cisco Meraki to handle incidents efficiently, meet SLAs, and provide professional, user-friendly support for teams across different time zones. Here’s what I can bring to your project or team: -L1/L2 Help Desk & Remote IT Support -Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) -Azure AD (User management, MFA, password resets) -Incident & Ticket Management (ServiceNow) -Network & Connectivity Support (Cisco Meraki) -Hardware & Software Troubleshooting (POS, printers, scanners) -User Onboarding & Offboarding -Remote Software Installation & Driver Support I work fully remotely and have a proven track record of delivering fast, accurate, and friendly support to internal users across multiple time zones. Whether you need help maintaining IT systems, solving urgent tech issues, or supporting end users, I’m ready to jump in and get the job done.

  • VPN
  • Technical Support
  • Customer Service
  • Tech & IT
  • Troubleshooting
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot
  • Microsoft Azure Administration
  • ServiceNow
  • Point of Sale & Payment Systems
  • QlikView
  • BeyondTrust
  • Cisco Meraki
  • Wireless Network Implementation
  • DNS
Tonie E.

Pretoria, South Africa

$40/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I have over 10 years Network engineering experience, both Enterprise and Service Provider networks. I enjoy learning technical detail in the Network Engineering field, which includes new technologies or learning how to configure new hardware. My focus at Comsol was with open compute network operating systems on white boxes. Building deep experience on IP infusion OcNOS running on Ufispace and Edge Core hardware. Integration between OcNOS MPLS and Nokia MPLS. I have CCNP, CCNA, CCDA certifications from Cisco. Configuring and Administering Cisco Routers and Switches. Setup dynamic routing protocols between routers to ease the configuration of new routes. Deliver diagrams of current infrastructure and future state. Create design documentation. High level and Low Level. Provide in depth training to other engineers and other departments. Setup eBGP peerings with Internet Exchanges and other Internet Transit providers. Configure and monitor range of firewall’s (Cisco ASA, Fortigate, PFsense) Configure rate-limits (QoS) according to the defined QoS policy. Build open source monitoring system (Zabbix) on Linux server. Specialties: Routing and Switching, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, STP, QoS, Wireless, SIP, RTP.

  • Network Engineering
  • Computing & Networking
  • Computer Network
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Telecommunications
  • Router
  • Multiprotocol Label Switching
  • Multiprotocol BGP
  • Network Administration
  • Diagram
  • Cisco
  • Juniper
  • MikroTik
Ziyavela M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Associate degree in IT| Certified Technical Support Engineer | Network Engineer | IT Support Specialist | Systems Administrator Passionate About Cybersecurity & Data Science with a specialization in AI As an Associate TechLab Technician, I provide hands-on technical support and help manage the technology infrastructure of the TechLab and other labs at GEC. My role involves configuring and maintaining Deep Freeze software from Faronics for system security, assisting with pre-staging IT equipment, and troubleshooting TechLab Cloud Server issues while collaborating with IT professionals. I have experience setting up Proxmox, configuring VPN solutions for BYU Pathway GEC, and ensuring smooth network and hardware operations. By working closely with the Tech Coordinator and Facilities Management, I help maintain a seamless technology experience for users. Always eager to solve challenges and improve system efficiency, I strive to deliver reliable IT support that enhances productivity and security. My core competencies include: Linux System Administration (Deployment, Automation, and Security Hardening) Network Configuration & Maintenance (Routing, Switching, and Firewall Configuration) Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing (Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark for Network Traffic Analysis) Data Analysis & Business Intelligence (SQL, Python, Power BI, and Business Intelligence Systems) Cloud Computing & Infrastructure (Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Cloud Server Administration) I am highly motivated to innovate within the IT space, with a strong passion for cybersecurity defense strategies, cloud technologies, and data-driven decision-making.

  • VPN
  • Proxmox VE
  • Penetration Testing
  • Network Analysis
  • Technical Support
  • Technical Writing
  • Kali Linux
  • Linux System Administration
  • Network Security
  • VMWare
  • VirtualBox
  • Wireshark
Heri B.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$30/hr
4.9
1 jobs

I am a results-oriented professional with a passion for leveraging data to drive strategic decisions in finance and supply chain management. Currently employed as a NOC Engineer, I have worked with systems including Cisco, SonicWALL, Fortinet, Juniper, Brocade, Dell, HP, Aruba, Ruckus, Meraki, and more. I excel in designing, implementing, configuring, and troubleshooting network solutions, and I am skilled in conducting PCI scans for businesses.: • Well versed in Routing protocols like BGP, MPLS, OSPF, EIGRP & RIP and Layer-2 technology like Frame-relay. • Good knowledge of Switching technology including STP, RSTP, PVSTP, MSTP • Good Knowledge of Redundancy protocol like HSRP, GLBP, VRRP etc. • Good knowledge of Firewall like ASA and PIX and Palo Alto • Good knowledge of VPN ( site-to-site and remote VPN ) and ipsec over GRE • Designing network connectivity and ip addressing scheme for different topologies.

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning Model
  • Machine Learning
  • Python
  • Demand Planning
  • Network Administration
  • Network Engineering
  • Network Security
  • SonicWall
  • Brocade
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Network Design
  • MikroTik
Mardan S.

Pretoria, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
7 jobs

I help busy founders, executives, and growing businesses stay organized by managing calendars, inboxes, scheduling, recruitment coordination, travel arrangements, data management, and day-to-day administrative tasks.

  • Executive Support
  • Recruiting
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Management
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Scheduling
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Project Management

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