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IT Infrastructure
A reliable foundation for your organisation. Design, configuration and management of servers, networks and virtual environments.
FREELANCE IT ENGINEER
Strong foundations.
Smarter IT.
I’m Amine. I help organisations build, secure and evolve their IT infrastructure. From on-premises environments to Microsoft Azure — with a practical, hands-on approach.
Infrastructure · Cloud · Security · People
AC / SYSTEM OVERVIEW01 — 03
AzureCLOUD PLATFORM
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InfrastructureCONNECTED & RELIABLE
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SecurityBUILT INTO EVERY LAYER
Built to work. Designed to grow.↗
MY EVERYDAY TOOLKIT
Explore the full toolkit ↓Microsoft Azure
Microsoft 365
Entra ID
Intune
PowerShell
VMware
Cisco / Meraki
Zabbix
01 / EXPERTISE
Your IT challenges.
My field of expertise.
An extra pair of experienced hands, a migration to manage, or a fresh perspective on your architecture. I help you move forward.
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Azure & Cloud
Make the cloud work for your business. Azure environments, app registrations and cloud integrations, from initial configuration to day-to-day operations.
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Microsoft 365 & Modern Workplace
Connected people and well-managed workplaces. Microsoft 365 administration, Exchange Online, Teams and endpoint management with Intune.
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Infrastructure Security
Security starts with the fundamentals. Identity and access management, system hardening, firewalls and certificate management.
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Migrations & Architecture
Turn a complex transition into a clear plan. Server and Azure migrations, infrastructure design and high-availability configurations.
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Engineering & Automation
Less repetition, more progress. PowerShell scripting and process automation to make everyday IT operations more consistent and efficient.
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Networking & Connectivity
Reliable connections across sites, systems and people. Switches, routers, firewalls, VPN connectivity and DNS/DHCP configuration.
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Identity & Access
The right access for the right people. Active Directory and Entra ID administration, SSO, group policies, permissions and PKI certificate management.
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IT Service Management
Keep IT operations organised. Incident, problem and change management, CMDB maintenance, documentation and coordination of infrastructure projects.
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Backup & Recovery
Be prepared when something goes wrong. Backup configuration, monitoring and recovery planning for your IT environment — including restore tests to check that your data can be recovered.
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Support & Interim
Hands-on expertise when your team needs it. Second- and third-line incident resolution, monitoring and freelance reinforcement for your IT department.
Discuss an assignment ↗TOOLS / PLATFORMS / METHODS
The technology
behind the work.
A broader look at the platforms, applications and methods I’ve worked with across my roles — from cloud environments to on-site infrastructure and support.
Microsoft Cloud & Workplace
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Microsoft Intune
- Microsoft Teams
- Exchange Online
- Exchange Server
- SharePoint
- SCCM / Microsoft Configuration Manager
- WSUS
Systems & Virtualisation
- Windows Server
- Active Directory
- Group Policy
- VMware
- vSphere / ESXi
- Hyper-V
- Citrix
- RES Workspace Manager
Networks & Security
- Cisco routers / switches
- Cisco ASA
- Cisco Meraki
- Barracuda
- Ubiquiti
- HP switches
- MShield
- Windows Firewall
- McAfee
- Kaspersky
- Webroot
- YourSafetynet
- Malwarebytes
- AdwCleaner
- AVG
Monitoring & Remote Management
- Zabbix
- SolarWinds
- PRTG
- Kaseya
- N-central
- TeamViewer
- VNC
- Remote Desktop / RDP
Service & Delivery
- ServiceNow
- Topdesk
- Remedy
- Clientele
- FrontRange
- CMDB management
- ITIL
- Agile / Scrum / Kanban
Automation, Data & Integrations
- PowerShell
- Azure DevOps
- SQL Server
- Azure SQL / PaaS
- Power BI gateway
- VBS
- Microsoft Access
Web & Business Applications
- HTML
- WordPress
- WooCommerce
- SAP
- Microsoft Office
Telephony & Collaboration
- Unify
- Broadsoft
- HIP / HIPIN
- Microsoft Teams
This overview includes technologies used in previous assignments. Tool selection always depends on your environment and project.
02 / THE ENGINEER BEHIND THE IT
Technical by trade.
Personal by nature.
Amine Chourti / AC’S ENGINEERING
Good IT is about more than technology. It’s about understanding what people need — and building solutions they can rely on.
My background spans service desks, all-round systems engineering and international infrastructure environments. I combine an analytical mindset with a hands-on approach, and enjoy working alongside teams to turn complex challenges into practical solutions.
01Listen first
Understand the people, the environment and the real question.
02Make it clear
Practical advice, clear priorities and useful documentation.
03See it through
From the first plan to implementation and ongoing support.
03 / EXPERIENCE
Hands-on experience.
Across real environments.
A selection of roles from my professional background, working across IT services, energy and international industry.
01 / IT SERVICES
Conclusion Enablement
Freelance IT System Engineer (DevOps)
Azure and server management, PowerShell automation, system hardening and second- and third-line support in multidisciplinary teams.
02 / ENERGY
VARO Energy
Freelance IT Infrastructure Engineer
Benelux infrastructure projects, server migrations, VMware high availability, network configuration and operational support.
03 / GLOBAL INDUSTRY
Almatis
Freelance Global IT Infrastructure Engineer
International infrastructure, Azure cloud and SQL migrations, SSO, Intune, firewall implementation and third-line incident resolution.
04 / LET’S CONNECT
Great IT starts
with a conversation.
Looking for a freelance engineer, help with a project, or someone to strengthen your team? Tell me what you have in mind.
Amine.chourti@acengineering.nl ↗Connect on LinkedIn ↗