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I'm Emil

Data Center Technician

Keeping the backbone of the internet alive — rack by rack, cable by cable. I offer UniFi firewall & equipment, UniFi Protect security systems, and Starlink configuration.

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01. About Me

Hi! I'm Emil, a passionate Data Center Technician with hands-on experience maintaining and optimizing critical infrastructure. I thrive in fast-paced environments where uptime is everything.

From deploying servers and managing network cabling to troubleshooting hardware failures and ensuring cooling efficiency — I make sure the lights stay on (and the LEDs blink green).

When I'm not in the server room, I'm always learning about the latest in cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and automation.

99.9% Uptime Goal
24/7 On-Call Ready
Cables Managed
0 Outages Accepted

02. Skills

Hardware

  • Server Rack Installation & Management
  • Hardware Troubleshooting & Repair
  • UPS & Power Distribution
  • Thermal & Cooling Management

Networking

  • Structured Cabling (Cat5e/6/6A, Fiber)
  • Switch & Router Configuration
  • UniFi Firewall & Equipment (Gateway, APs, Controller)
  • VLAN & Firewall Basics
  • KVM & Out-of-Band Management

Systems

  • Linux & Windows Server
  • VMware / Virtualization
  • IPMI / iDRAC / iLO
  • RAID Configuration

Operations

  • Incident Response & Escalation
  • Asset & Inventory Management
  • Change Management Procedures
  • Documentation & Ticketing

03. Services

I provide professional support for UniFi infrastructure, Starlink, and security systems — from firewall management to full deployment and setup. Get in touch for a quote or to discuss your needs.

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UniFi Firewall Administration

Configuration, monitoring, and ongoing management of UniFi firewalls (UniFi Gateway / Dream Machine). I handle rules, VPN, traffic policies, and security best practices so your network stays protected.

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UniFi Equipment Deployment & Setup

Full deployment of UniFi gear: access points, switches, gateways, and cameras. Includes physical install, cabling, adoption in UniFi Controller, and configuration so everything works out of the box.

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Starlink Configuration

Installation and configuration of Starlink for home or business. I handle dish placement, cabling, router setup, and integration with your existing network or UniFi gear so you get reliable satellite internet.

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UniFi Protect Security System

Design and deployment of UniFi Protect: cameras, NVR/UNVR, doorbells, and access control. Includes mounting, cabling, recording setup, and mobile access so you have a full video security system.

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04. Projects

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Full DC Migration

Led the physical migration of 200+ servers to a new facility with zero unplanned downtime. Coordinated cabling, power, and go-live scheduling.

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Cooling Optimization

Identified and resolved hot-spot issues in a high-density rack zone by redesigning airflow paths and adjusting CRAC unit configurations.

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Power Audit & Redundancy

Conducted a full power draw audit across 15 rows. Reconfigured PDU loads to ensure A/B redundancy for all critical systems.

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05. Contact

Have a project or opportunity? Let's connect at emil@vpavo.com, on LinkedIn, or use the form below.