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I’m a Senior System and Network Engineer with over 18 years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud environments. As the founder of AOVD Systems, I help businesses and professionals around the world design, secure, and optimize their digital environments — from local servers to global cloud platforms. ⸻ 🔧 What I Do I deliver end-to-end IT solutions that are secure, scalable, and cost-efficient. My core areas of expertise include: • 🖥️ System Administration & Virtualization – Microsoft Server, VMware, Hyper-V, ESXi • ☁️ Cloud & Microsoft 365 Migration – Azure AD, Exchange Online, Intune • 🔐 VPN Configuration & Network Security – IPSec, SSL VPN, SAML, Multi-factor Authentication • 🧱 Firewall & Endpoint Protection – Fortigate, SonicWall, Cisco, Huntress, FieldEffect, Defender for Business • 💾 Backup & Disaster Recovery – Veeam, Nable, Acronis, Anxient • 📈 Network Performance & Monitoring – PRTG, Nagios, ManageEngine, NetFlow Analyzer • 🔄 Managed IT Services & Remote Support – 24/7 monitoring, patch management, SLA-based response ⸻ 🌍 Who I Work With I’ve supported clients across Europe and the U.S., including: • Government and public institutions • Small and medium businesses seeking reliable IT outsourcing • Professional poker players and private clients requiring secure, anonymous, and latency-optimized VPN setups • Teams transitioning from local servers to the cloud or hybrid infrastructure I combine enterprise-level knowledge with a hands-on, personal approach — ensuring speed, security, and discretion at every step. ⸻ 🎯 Why Clients Choose Me • Proven track record of resolving complex infrastructure issues under pressure • Certified expertise across multiple vendor ecosystems (Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, Veeam) • Transparent communication and detailed technical reporting • Tailored solutions — I don’t copy-paste templates, I solve your specific problem “Vladimir fixed in one hour what others couldn’t in three days.” “Professional, responsive, and precise. My systems are finally stable.” ⸻ 🎓 Certifications & Training • Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) – Server Infrastructure • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Routing & Switching • VMware Certified Professional (VCP) – Data Center Virtualization • Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) – Backup & Replication • Microsoft 365 & Azure Administrator Associate • Nagios & PRTG Advanced Monitoring Implementation • ManageEngine Suite Training – Endpoint Central & NetFlow Continuous learning is part of my work ethic — I stay updated with the latest in cybersecurity, automation, and cloud technologies to deliver cutting-edge solutions to every client. ⸻ 🚀 Let’s Work Together Whether you need a VPN configuration, network performance audit, or complete IT infrastructure management, I’ll help you build systems that are secure, stable, and future-ready. 📩 Let’s connect — tell me about your IT challenge, and I’ll design a fast, professional, and cost-effective solution.

23+ years in Linux/Windows administration, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure. I build, secure, and scale production systems 24/7 — for MSP clients and direct engagements across industries. If your server is down, your deployment is failing, or you need infrastructure built right the first time — I'm the engineer you call. ━━ SERVER & SYSTEMS ━━ Linux (CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu, Amazon Linux, Rocky Linux) and Windows Server (2012–2025). Active Directory, Group Policy, Intune, hybrid identity. Nginx, Apache, Sendmail, Qmail, Postfix, Exim — MTA setup, Dovecot, SpamAssassin, OpenDKIM, SPF/DKIM/DMARC. Veeam, Acronis, cloud-native DR. Hypervisors: KVM, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Proxmox VE — HA clusters, live migration, Ceph/ZFS, Proxmox Backup Server. Redis, Varnish. QNAP NAS — storage management, Plex Media Server deployment, VPN tunnel integration. WHM/cPanel, Plesk, Virtualmin, CloudPanel, CyberPanel. ━━ CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE ━━ AWS: EC2, ECS, EKS, RDS, S3, Route 53, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch, Lambda, API Gateway, Elastic Disaster Recovery. GCP: Cloud Run, Cloud Build, Firestore, GKE, IAM, VPC, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, Secret Manager, Cloud Monitoring. Cloudflare (WAF, Workers, Zero Trust, CDN). DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr. MinIO: S3-compatible object storage on bare metal, VMs, Kubernetes — distributed mode, SSE-S3/KMS, lifecycle policies, drop-in S3 for backups and MLOps. Railway: Full-stack PaaS — GitHub/Docker auto-build, managed DBs (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis), private networking, env variables, cron workers, auto-scaling. ━━ SECRETS MANAGEMENT ━━ HashiCorp Vault: Dynamic secrets for AWS IAM, databases, cloud providers — TTL-bound credentials, auto-revoke. PKI for internal CA and on-demand TLS. Vault Secrets Operator for Kubernetes (etcd-free pod injection). Raft HA, RBAC, audit logging, Shamir unseal. Transit engine for encryption-as-a-service. CI/CD integration to eliminate hardcoded credentials. ━━ DEVOPS & CI/CD ━━ Docker, Kubernetes (EKS + self-managed: kubeadm, k3s, RKE2), Helm, Kamal. GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Bitbucket Pipelines. Terraform, Ansible. ArgoCD, Flux (GitOps). Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog. Traefik: Cloud-native ingress — auto TLS, Docker/K8s service discovery, ForwardAuth, rate limiting, canary routing. Caddy: Zero-config-TLS reverse proxy — automatic HTTPS, on-demand certs. Preferred for self-hosted stacks. ━━ NETWORKING & SECURITY ━━ WireGuard, OpenVPN (MFA/ZTNA), IPSec/Libreswan, Xray/REALITY. Tailscale/Headscale — self-hosted mesh VPN, VPS tunnel setup, ACL policies, subnet routing. MikroTik, Juniper, SonicWall, Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer). pfSense, OPNsense. BGP, OSPF. Auth0, OAuth2, OIDC, Duo Security. LDAP/RADIUS, 802.1x, NPS/AD CS/Intune. ━━ DEVELOPMENT & AUTOMATION ━━ Python: FastAPI, Flask, Django, RESTful APIs, OpenAI API, ETL pipelines (Airbyte), orchestration (Airflow, n8n), data processing (pandas), Retool internal tools. Clean, documented, production-ready code. ━━ CONTAINERIZATION & DEPLOYMENT ━━ Docker Compose, Kubernetes manifests, Helm. Portainer, Coolify, Elestio, Traefik, Caddy. MinIO (K8s Operator/Tenant). Nextcloud, n8n, self-hosted app deployment. Vercel, Railway, Netlify, Replit. ━━ MSP & VOIP ━━ Duo Security, SpamTitan, ScreenConnect, ESET, Acronis. M365 multi-tenant administration. Asterisk and Vicidial (AWS + on-prem) — SIP trunks, IVR, call center setup, NetSIP integration. ━━ LEGACY & EARLY CAREER ━━ Foundational background in Windows desktop application development (VB, C#, Access) and web development (Core PHP, Laravel). ━━ WHAT CLIENTS HIRE ME FOR ━━ ► Emergency triage: servers down, services failing, breaches in progress ► Greenfield AWS/cloud environments built to security and compliance best practices ► CI/CD pipelines rebuilt to work reliably — no more failed deployments at 2am ► Self-hosted stacks that cut cloud bills without cutting uptime ► Kubernetes from scratch: EKS, k3s, RKE2 — setup, Helm, GitOps, day-2 operations ► HashiCorp Vault rollouts — eliminate hardcoded credentials across all pipelines ► Proxmox VE clusters: HA, live migration, Ceph storage, Proxmox Backup Server ► Network redesigns: Zero Trust, WireGuard mesh, BGP multi-homed, FortiGate, pfSense ► Ongoing managed infrastructure support and 24/7 incident response ► GCP solution design & delivery — Cloud Run, microservices, IAM, developer onboarding/offboarding ► Infrastructure, Security & Application Audits — server, network, database, cloud, and web stack ━━ INDUSTRIES SERVED ━━ SaaS · Fintech · Healthcare · E-commerce · Legal · Real Estate · Media · Education · Government · Telecoms · Startups · Enterprise. Single-server MVPs to multi-region, multi-account production environments. ━━ COMMUNICATION & PROCESS ━━ I don't disappear after the kickoff call. Clear updates at every stage, thorough documentation, and a proper handover on every engagement. Timezone-flexible. Slack, Teams, WhatsApp, Zoom, or Webex. If the work matters, it gets done right.

Network & Security Engineer (CCNP) | Network Administration | MikroTik (MTCNA) | Fortinet | pfSense | VPN | Firewall | Monitoring | IT Support | Windows server I help businesses design, troubleshoot, and secure reliable networks so operations stay stable and risk stays low. I’m a hands-on Network & Security Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering real-world solutions across Cisco, MikroTik, Fortinet, pfSense, VPNs, and monitoring. I focus on scalable, documented, long-term fixes (not temporary patches), and I communicate clearly throughout the project. What I can help you with • Network Design & Troubleshooting (LAN/WAN/Wi‑Fi): routing, switching, VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, performance tuning, site-to-site connectivity • Firewall Setup & Hardening: Fortinet / pfSense / Cisco ASA, NAT, security policies, segmentation, best practices • VPN Setup: IPsec / SSL / Site-to-Site / Remote Access, user access control, multi-site tunnels, secure remote work • MikroTik RouterOS Services: routing, firewall, bandwidth/QoS shaping, ISP/WISP setups, wireless optimization, network troubleshooting • Server & Virtualization Support: Windows/Linux administration, VMware / Hyper‑V (support, integration, migrations) • Cloud Support: AWS / Google Cloud (GCP) connectivity, migration support, hybrid networking • Monitoring & Alerts: PRTG / Zabbix, dashboards, alerts, proactive issue detection Example results delivered • Ransomware recovery + security hardening: recovered 91% of encrypted files and implemented protective controls • Multi-site network (50+ employees): reduced downtime 87% and saved $15,000/year through optimized architecture • Secure VPN rollout (3 countries): enabled remote work for 30+ users across multiple locations How I work • Quick assessment → clear plan → controlled changes → testing → full documentation • Secure-by-default approach and clean, maintainable configurations • Available for one-time projects, ongoing managed services, and urgent troubleshooting Send me a short summary of your environment (devices, number of sites/users, ISP links, current issues/goals), and I’ll reply with a practical plan and next steps.

I am a Top Rated Plus freelancer with 15+ years of experience delivering enterprise IT support, Microsoft 365 administration, networking, and automation solutions for businesses across Australia and internationally. I have worked with leading organizations including Accenture, Hewlett Packard (HP), Cisco, and Australian Managed Service Providers such as BaseHost, MACIT, and Easy Internet Services, supporting businesses ranging from small offices to large enterprise environments. I specialize in helping businesses keep their IT infrastructure secure, reliable, and running efficiently through proactive support and practical solutions. Core Expertise Managed IT Services (MSP) Level 1–3 Help Desk Support Microsoft 365 Administration Active Directory & Entra ID Windows Server Administration Windows 10/11 & macOS Support User Onboarding & Offboarding VPN Configuration & Troubleshooting Printer & Peripheral Support Remote Desktop Support Email Migration & Administration Networking Cisco Routing & Switching Enterprise Wireless (Cisco & Aruba) VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP VPN & Site-to-Site Connectivity Firewall Configuration DNS, DHCP & TCP/IP Cisco Meraki Network Troubleshooting Network Documentation Cloud & Infrastructure Microsoft 365 Exchange Online SharePoint Teams Intune Azure Fundamentals Google Workspace Virtual Machines Backup & Disaster Recovery Automation Python for Network Automation Ansible Network Monitoring Scripts Configuration Automation Operational Reporting Process Automation Web & WordPress WordPress Development Website Maintenance Performance Optimization Security Hardening Technical Troubleshooting Certifications CCNA CCNP AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate ITIL Foundation Microsoft Certified Professional (if this is your actual certification) Why Clients Hire Me 15+ years of enterprise IT experience Strong MSP and Help Desk background Excellent written and spoken English (15+ years working in Australia) Fast response times Clear communication Thorough documentation Focus on solving the root cause, not just the symptom Reliable long-term technical partner Services I Offer ✔ Microsoft 365 Administration ✔ Windows & macOS Support ✔ Active Directory & Entra ID ✔ Network Troubleshooting ✔ VPN Setup & Support ✔ Cisco Networking ✔ Firewall Configuration ✔ Python Network Automation ✔ WordPress Support ✔ Technical Documentation ✔ Remote IT Support

Network & VPN Engineer with hands-on experience in VPN deployment, network monitoring solutions, infrastructure support, and troubleshooting. Skilled in OpenVPN, CloudConnexa, Fortinet, MikroTik, Zabbix, SolarWinds, and Cacti. I help businesses with: OpenVPN & CloudConnexa setup Remote access and site-to-site VPNs Zabbix, SolarWinds & Cacti deployment Network monitoring and alerting Firewall and routing troubleshooting Server and network infrastructure support Secure remote connectivity solutions Focused on delivering reliable, secure, and practical solutions with clear communication and quick support for clients worldwide.

Expert Network Engineer & System Administrator | MikroTik Certified Summary: With a proven track record in network engineering and system administration, I offer a comprehensive skill set and a commitment to delivering excellence. As a certified MikroTik Network Associate, I specialize in designing, implementing, and optimizing networks for optimal performance and security. My expertise spans dynamic routing, network security, VPN setup, load balancing, and more, making me a reliable partner for your infrastructure needs. Key Skills: - Dynamic Routing & Optimization: Proficient in OSPF and BGP protocols, ensuring efficient traffic management and network scalability. - Robust Network Security: Implementing robust firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols to safeguard against cyber threats. - Advanced VPN Solutions: Configuring secure VPN tunnels for remote access and interconnecting geographically dispersed networks. - Load Balancing & Failover: Designing resilient architectures with load balancing and failover mechanisms to ensure high availability. - Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritizing network traffic for critical applications and services to maintain optimal performance. - Captive Portal Setup: Deploying captive portals for seamless guest authentication and access control in wireless networks. - DNS & Email Server Setup: Setting up and managing DNS servers and email servers for reliable communication infrastructure. - RADIUS Authentication: Configuring RADIUS servers for centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting. - Wireless Network Expertise: Designing and optimizing wireless networks, including long-range point-to-point links for seamless connectivity. - Monitoring & Management Tools: Proficient in utilizing Zabbix and other monitoring tools for proactive network management and troubleshooting. - VoIP Technologies: Experience with Asterisk and Vicidial for deploying VoIP solutions tailored to business needs. Additional Skills: - Programming Proficiency: Skilled in back-end languages such as Python and Bash scripting for automation and customization. - Web Hosting & Development: Experienced in web hosting management and front-end development to complement network infrastructure. Certifications: MikroTik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA), MikroTik Certified Routing Engineer (MTCRE) About Me: Driven by a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my skills to solve complex challenges and drive business success. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving, I ensure that network infrastructures not only meet current needs but are also scalable and adaptable to future requirements.