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I need an expert to set up Microsoft E5 security features for my organization. We primarily use Windows and require cloud services integration. Key areas to focus on: - Advanced Threat Protection - Information Protection - Identity and Access Management Additionally, we need someone to configure our Microsoft tenant securely and assist us in working towards Cyber Essentials certification. We are open to signing up for a bulk of hours for ongoing support as needed. The ideal candidate should have: - Proven experience with Microsoft E5 security features - Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems - Expertise in integrating cloud services with Microsoft E5 - Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals) Please provide a detailed plan and timeline.
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"Microsoft E5 Experts" Hello, Recently we did for a company in the logistics industry similar work. We set up Microsoft E5 security across Windows and cloud services. We can help you too. We will configure Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and Identity & Access Management (MFA, Conditional Access, Azure AD). We will secure your tenant settings and guide you step by step toward Cyber Essentials certification. Our team holds Microsoft Security certifications and has real experience with E5 rollouts. Happy to discuss hours and start soon. Thank you! Best regards, Nick
£28 GBP in 40 days
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Hello, I'm Md Shofiur, a Certified Ethical Hacker, ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Associate™, and CEO of Pentest Testing Corp. I can help securely configure your Microsoft E5 environment and establish a practical security baseline aligned with Cyber Essentials requirements. My approach will cover Microsoft Defender/Advanced Threat Protection, identity and access controls, MFA and Conditional Access, device security, endpoint protection, Information Protection, DLP, secure Microsoft 365 configuration, logging/monitoring, and cloud-service integration. I’ll begin with a tenant security assessment and gap analysis, then implement prioritized controls with minimal disruption. I’ll also review Windows security configuration, privileged accounts, legacy authentication, device enrollment, security policies, and exposure risks. For Cyber Essentials, I’ll map the relevant controls to your environment and provide a remediation roadmap toward certification. Proposed timeline: • Initial assessment & gap analysis: 1–2 days • E5 security configuration: 3–5 days • Cyber Essentials readiness review: 1–2 days • Validation, documentation & handover: 1–2 days I can also provide ongoing support through a block of hours for monitoring, configuration changes, security reviews, and certification preparation. I’m happy to review your current Microsoft 365 tenant, licensing, user/device count, and Cyber Essentials requirements before finalizing the scope and timeline.
£36 GBP in 40 days
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Hi there, You need ATP, Information Protection, and Identity & Access Management configured from your E5 licenses. I've handled dozens of M365 tenant migrations and security setups, so I know exactly how to lock down your Windows environment without breaking mail flow. What I'll do: ✅ Configure Defender for Office 365 ATP with Safe Links and Safe Attachments. ✅ Set up Purview Information Protection for data classification and encryption. ✅ Implement Identity & Access Management with Conditional Access and MFA. ✅ Pilot the rollout with a test group first to prevent user lockouts. ✅ Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance Center ✅ Entra ID & Conditional Access policies ✅ Data Loss Prevention (DLP) & Purview ✅ Microsoft® Certified: MCSA | MCSE | MCT ✅ 300+ projects delivered, 280+ five-star reviews I'm available 24/7 and respond fast, with unlimited revisions until you're happy with the setup. Are you running Entra ID synced with on-premise Active Directory, or is this a cloud-only tenant? I can deliver this securely in 2 days for 27 GBP and can start right now. Let's secure your environment.
£27 GBP in 2 days
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Hi there, I’m a Microsoft 365 Specialist and would love to assist you. Please let me know a good time to discuss. Thanks
£36 GBP in 40 days
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Hi, Your key challenge is securely configuring your Microsoft 365 E5 tenant, protecting Windows environments, and establishing the right controls for Cyber Essentials without disrupting daily operations. I have 16+ years of experience in cloud security, infrastructure, identity, compliance, and security hardening. I can help configure and optimize: • Microsoft Defender / Advanced Threat Protection • Microsoft Purview Information Protection • Entra ID, MFA & Conditional Access • Identity and privileged access controls • Windows endpoint security and hardening • Microsoft 365 tenant security baseline • Cloud service integration and monitoring • Cyber Essentials gap assessment and remediation I’ll review your existing environment, identify security gaps, implement appropriate E5 controls, and provide clear documentation for ongoing management. I can provide a detailed commercial proposal, implementation approach, and timelines after we connect over a Freelancer call and understand your environment and exact requirements. I’m available for ongoing/bulk-hour support as well. We can discuss the budget later. Best regards, SaD
£18 GBP in 40 days
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SolutionzHere can configure your Microsoft 365 E5 security stack—Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and Identity & Access Management—hardening your tenant, integrating cloud services and preparing you for Cyber Essentials certification. We’ll provide a phased plan, documentation and optional ongoing support. Timeline: 2–4 weeks for initial hardening and Cyber Essentials readiness. Rate: $35–$55/hour; a typical engagement runs 40–80 hours depending on users, devices and existing configuration. The posted budget is reasonable for a focused security baseline. How many users and Windows devices are in your tenant, and have you completed any Cyber Essentials assessment or gap analysis yet?
£36 GBP in 40 days
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With a strong background in system architecture, full-stack development, and AI-assisted automation, I am the perfect fit for your organization's Microsoft E5 security setup project. My extensive knowledge of Windows operating systems combined with proven experience in working with Microsoft E5 security features gives me the expertise needed to configure your Microsoft tenant securely and optimize your cloud services integration. In addition, I bring to the table relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals which will be instrumental in helping you work towards Cyber Essentials certification. This means you can trust my skills in implementing advanced threat protection, information protection, and identity and access management features that align perfectly with your needs. Ongoing support is something I value greatly. Thus, I am open to signing up for a bulk of hours to ensure I am there when required, providing the necessary assistance. With me on your side, expect more than just a secure setup - expect a tailored solution that seamlessly fits your organization's unique needs and one that thinks and reacts on its own through AI-assisted automations. Contact me today for an optimized system that doesn't just work but delivers.
£30 GBP in 40 days
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With profound expertise spanning a range of technologies such as Windows Server 2003-to-2012R2, AWS Amazon Web Services, and Microsoft Azure among others, I am confident that my skills align perfectly with your project requirements. Having dealt extensively with Deploying and Maintaining cloud platforms like the ones you deal with, I am knowledgeable about integrating cloud services with Microsoft E5 security platform.
£27 GBP in 4 days
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Hi, I have 15+ years of experience with Microsoft security, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Defender and Windows enterprise environments, with relevant Microsoft security certifications. My experience covers Microsoft E5 security including Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, Identity and Access Management, Conditional Access and security hardening. The implementation approach would cover tenant security assessment, baseline configuration, identity protection, endpoint security, data protection, threat protection and cloud service integration. For Cyber Essentials, the focus would be on aligning Microsoft security controls with the required areas such as secure configuration, access control, malware protection, software updates and firewall/network security. The work can be structured in phases covering assessment, configuration, testing, documentation and ongoing security optimization. You can review my profile here for proven work and feedback: https://www.freelancer.com/u/amiteshojha 500+ completed projects with consistent 5★ reviews. Please initiate chat for any questions and let's start.
£30 GBP in 40 days
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Hi, I have extensive experience deploying Microsoft E5 security features, including Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and Identity & Access Management, with strong Windows and cloud integration expertise. We already successfully completed a similar project on Freelancer, securing a multi-tenant environment and advancing Cyber Essentials readiness. My approach will be: 1. Securely configure your Microsoft tenant with E5 baseline policies and zero-trust principles. 2. Deploy ATP, Information Protection labels, and IAM controls tailored to Windows endpoints. 3. Integrate cloud services and prepare evidence for Cyber Essentials certification. 4. Document everything and provide ongoing support hours as needed. Deliverables: fully configured secure tenant, implementation plan with timeline, certification roadmap, and knowledge transfer. Quick questions: 1. How many users/licenses are currently in the tenant? 2. Do you already have any Conditional Access or Defender policies in place? You’ll end up with a hardened E5 environment and clear path to certification. Best Regards, Rahul
£25 GBP in 40 days
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Dear , We carefully studied the description of your project and we can confirm that we understand your needs and are also interested in your project. Our team has the necessary resources to start your project as soon as possible and complete it in a very short time. We are 25 years in this business and our technical specialists have strong experience in Cloud Computing, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office, Cloud Security, Microsoft Azure, Network Security, Data Protection, Microsoft 365 and other technologies relevant to your project. Please, review our profile https://www.freelancer.com/u/tangramua where you can find detailed information about our company, our portfolio, and the client's recent reviews. Please contact us via Freelancer Chat to discuss your project in details. Best regards, Sales department Tangram Canada Inc.
£25 GBP in 5 days
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Hello, I'm Rudra Kumar, an experienced Business Analyst who has successfully bridged the gap between business objectives and technology to drive revenue growth. With my strong knowledge in Microsoft Azure, I'm confident that I can proficiently set up and configure your Microsoft E5 security features. As a Microsoft Certified specialist in Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals, I'm well-versed with the key aspects of your project such as Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and Identity and Access Management. Additionally, not only will I ensure a secure configuration for your Microsoft tenant, but I'll also provide expert guidance towards obtaining the Cyber Essentials certification for your organization. My broad Technical Support experience enables me to troubleshoot any potential issues that might arise along the way with ease. Moreover, I offer ongoing support tailored to your needs. Whether it's utilizing my Digital Marketing skills to improve customer experience or leveraging Data-Driven Product Decisions to maximize efficiency - I am well-prepared to support you in all areas. My delivery toolset includes industry standard platforms like Jira or ClickUp among others. In summary, if you're seeking a dedicated expert who can help transform your ideas into successful products and enhance your organization's security management bring me on board, let's transform your project together.
£30 GBP in 40 days
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Hi, your focus on Microsoft E5 security setup, tenant hardening, and Cyber Essentials readiness is clear. You need a secure foundation across Windows endpoints, identity, data protection, and cloud integration, not just a feature rollout. I’ve worked on Microsoft security deployments involving Defender, Entra ID, Purview, and tenant baselines in Windows-centered environments. I also understand the controls typically needed to support Cyber Essentials, especially identity, patching, access control, and device security. My approach would be to assess the current tenant, define a secure baseline, then configure protection in phases: threat protection, information protection, and identity/access policies. From there, I’d document the changes, validate with testing, and support ongoing tuning as needed. If you’d like, I can map out the rollout plan and timeline in a practical way. Best regards, Gabriel
£18 GBP in 35 days
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Microsoft E5 Security Setup: I will harden your Microsoft tenant end-to-end for Windows + cloud integration, focusing on Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and Identity & Access Management. Delivery approach: (1) security baseline and requirements mapping to your current Windows estate and tenant settings, (2) configure threat protection controls (defender/ATP posture, alerts, policies, and telemetry), (3) implement information protection (sensitivity labels, encryption policies, and access rules) to control data across endpoints and cloud, (4) strengthen identity and access (conditional access, MFA strategy, least-privilege roles, and join/device governance), (5) produce an operational runbook for monitoring and incident triage. Cyber Essentials readiness: I will align configuration evidence and controls to support certification progress, including documentation of policy choices and change logs. Timeline: discovery and baseline mapping in the first phase, configuration and validation in the second, then evidence packaging and handover in the final phase. Ongoing support hours can be added for continuous tuning and new user/device onboarding.
£18 GBP in 15 days
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With my expertise in a wide range of technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, C++, and basic MATLAB, I can offer you a unique perspective on setting up your Microsoft E5 security features. My experience in developing high-performance systems which are secure, scalable and optimized for business growth will prove to be invaluable for your organization. Specifically, my knowledge of frontend and backend development on AWS, GCP, and Azure aligns perfectly with your need for cloud services integration. Moreover, I have hands-on experience in AI model development and constant emphasis on data-driven approaches which translates into tight integration of Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection and Identity and Access Management in real-world situations. It is these experiences that give me confidence that I can add unique value to your organization. Finally,, being a Microsoft Certified professional as well as an expert in utilizing the Microsoft E5 Security suite in various contexts gives me the ability to provide comprehensive support that goes beyond simple implementation. So if you're looking for not just an implementer but a partner who can provide ongoing support as needed post-implementation too , you've got one right here! Let's get started!
£27 GBP in 40 days
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For your Windows-first environment, I would secure the Microsoft 365 tenant and configure the E5 security stack in a controlled, documented sequence. I’ll begin with a tenant and licensing review, current-state risk assessment, privileged-account check, and baseline review against Cyber Essentials requirements. Next, I’ll configure Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Defender for Endpoint for phishing, malware, attack-surface reduction, device health, alerting, and investigation workflows. In Microsoft Purview, I’ll establish sensitivity labels, retention/DLP policies, data classification, and protection for Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Office content. For identity and access, I’ll implement Microsoft Entra ID MFA, Conditional Access, secure administrator roles, legacy-authentication restrictions, device compliance integration, and least-privilege controls. I’ll also review Azure and other cloud-service integrations, Exchange settings, Windows security policies, logging, and incident-response procedures. The initial assessment and design should take 1 day, core configuration 2–3 days, and validation, documentation, and Cyber Essentials evidence mapping 1 day, subject to access and approval timings. I can then provide ongoing hourly support for tuning policies, reviewing alerts, and preparing for certification. Muhammad Saad
£30 GBP in 40 days
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Hi there! I've set up E5 security configurations for several organizations moving toward Cyber Essentials, and I know the real challenge isn't just enabling features—it's making sure Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and IAM actually work together without breaking your workflows. I've spent the last few years working directly with Microsoft tenant configurations, particularly around conditional access policies, threat intelligence integration, and data classification schemes that actually stick. Windows environments are my bread and butter, and I've handled the cloud services side enough to know where integration typically gets messy. One thing I'd flag upfront: Cyber Essentials auditors will want to see your identity governance pieces configured correctly, which often gets rushed. That's where most setups fall short during assessment. Before we dive into a detailed plan, it'd help to know whether you're starting from a baseline setup or inheriting a partially configured tenant. That changes the timeline pretty significantly. Happy to discuss your specific situation and map out what makes sense for ongoing support. kind regards, Corné
£18 GBP in 40 days
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We propose a comprehensive engagement to configure your Microsoft E5 security stack, harden your Microsoft tenant, and prepare your organization for Cyber Essentials certification. Detailed Plan & Timeline (Estimated 5–7 Days) Phase 1: Assessment & Baseline (Days 1-2) · Review current tenant, licensing, and Windows configurations. · Assess against Cyber Essentials v3.3 requirements (Cloud Services/MFA mandatory) . · Phase 2: Core Configuration (Days 3-5) · Identity: Enforce MFA, Conditional Access, and disable legacy auth . · Threat Protection: Tune Anti-Phishing, Safe Links, and attack surface reduction rules . · Information Protection: Configure Purview labels and DLP policies . · Phase 3: Validation & Handover (Days 6-7) · Test policies, create a Cyber Essentials Evidence Pack, and provide an operational runbook . 4. Ongoing Support We are available for a block of ongoing hours for tuning, alert remediation, user onboarding, and supporting your Cyber Essentials Plus audit. We are available to discuss your specific tenant details and finalize the statement of work. We are confident in our ability to deliver a secure, compliant, and well-documented solution.
£20 GBP in 20 days
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I am well-equipped to assist with the setup of Microsoft E5 security features for your organization, given my extensive experience with Advanced Threat Protection, Information Protection, and Identity and Access Management. My background includes successfully configuring Microsoft tenants and supporting organizations in achieving Cyber Essentials certification. With a solid understanding of Windows operating systems and cloud services integration, I am committed to providing reliable, tailored solutions that ensure secure operations. My professional certifications further underline my expertise in this field, offering you peace of mind as we work together.
£18 GBP in 40 days
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