In 2016, I was contracted to lead the deployment of a new Windows Server environment and Microsoft 365 solution for PS Maritime. The company previously operated without centralized identity or cloud services. This engagement involved deploying Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), setting up a new internal domain (psmaritime.local), joining all staff systems to the domain, and rolling out Microsoft 365 services.
The project also included staff training, cybersecurity awareness, and handover knowledge sharing with the internal IT team to ensure long-term sustainability.
Key Deliverables
Server & Active Directory Deployment
Installed and configured Windows Server 2016
Deployed Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) for the new domain:
psmaritime.localJoined over 100 desktops and laptops to the domain
Configured Group Policies (GPOs) for password complexity, mapped drives, desktop settings, and user access restrictions
Installed DHCP & DNS roles for network management
Structured OU hierarchy and security groups for departments
Microsoft 365 Deployment
- Deployed Microsoft 365 Business Standard licenses for 100+ users
- Created and synced user accounts with Azure AD
- Migrated email accounts from legacy systems to Exchange Online
- Configured Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive for Business on all user systems
- Setup SharePoint Online for internal file sharing