Lorenz Leslie Sucayan Espinosa

Lorenz Leslie Sucayan Espinosa

$11/hr
IT Specialist & AI Solutions
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Location:
Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Experience:
6 years
Lorenz Leslie Espinosa IT Specialist & AI Solutions ƒ - #- ï linkedin.com/in/lorenz-leslie-espinosa Professional Summary Innovative and solutions-focused Information Technology Specialist with over five years of hands-on experience in Windows Server administration, system engineering, and IT helpdesk support. I specialize in streamlining workflows through AI-assisted development and no-code/low-code automation using tools like n8n and Make, integrating security checks and policy-as-code into infrastructure-as-code pipelines to uphold zero-trust principles and compliance standards. Proficient in configuring and optimizing Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and IIS. I automate routine tasks such as maintenance, patching, and backup/recovery using PowerShell and Bash. A collaborative team player and cross-functional leader, I align IT resources with business goals to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and support organizational growth. Skilled in stakeholder management, incident response, and conflict resolution, I deliver measurable impact while ensuring high-quality end-user support. Passionate about serverless architectures, sustainable IT, and AI-powered tools that build future-ready, resilient infrastructures. Core Competencies Server & System Administration: Windows Server • Active Directory & Group Policy • DNS • IIS • Exchange Server • Desktop Support (Windows, macOS, Linux) • VMware Cloud Platforms & Automation: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda) • Azure AD & Microsoft 365 • Google Workspace • PowerShell • Bash • n8n & Make • CI/CD (GitLab, GitHub Actions) • Terraform Emerging Tech & AI: AI Literacy (ChatGPT, Copilot) • LLM-assisted workflows • Low-code platforms • Blockchain (wallets, smart contracts) IT Support & Operations: End-user support • Ticketing systems (Jira, Freshdesk, Zendesk) • Device provisioning • Documentation • Hybrid work support Security & Compliance: Endpoint Protection • MFA & Role-based Access • Backup & Recovery • Security Audits • Zero Trust principles Project & Process Efficiency: Task automation • System migrations • Workflow documentation • Technical onboarding & training Professional Experience Freelance January 2020 – Present Remote Automation Specialist & AI Integration • Automation Specialist • Built AI-driven agents in n8n to triage incoming support requests, qualify leads, and generate draft responses via OpenAI, freeing the team to focus on complex issues. • Developed a LinkedIn Lead Generation system with scoring and AI-agent communication, automating outreach and lead qualification processes. • Created a multi-agent AI Personal Assistant in n8n capable of generating content, updating calendars, sending emails, and scraping websites. • Built n8n and Make workflows for tracking smart contract events, managing Discord-based support automation, and syncing blockchain logs to Google Sheets for real-time analytics, streamlining operations and reducing resolution time by 40%. • Developed automation scripts for airdrops and testnets, reducing manual effort by 90% and accelerating distribution timelines. • Community Management & Security • Implemented automated security audits using custom Python scripts to detect phishing, scam bots, and impersonations, boosting member trust and retention. • Managed and grew Discord and Telegram communities to over 10,000 members, fostering engagement through AMA sessions, tutorials, and regular updates. • Project Management & Development • Advised NFT and blockchain startups on go-to-market strategy, community onboarding, tokenomics, and regulatory compliance, resulting in more successful launches. • Contributed to go-to-market strategies, leveraging data automation and AI to drive engagement and optimize token launches. • Acted as an Alpha Hunter, scouting promising crypto projects, performing technical and market due diligence, and delivering investment recommendations. Support Ninja December 2020 – January 2025 IT Specialist Philippines • Managed IT systems and resources, ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of the company’s technological infrastructure. • Provided end-to-end technical support, oversaw AWS servers, and ensured SLA compliance for mission-critical services. • Delivered remote support to 1,000+ users, leveraging customer engagement skills to resolve 90% of issues on first contact, boosting user satisfaction by 15%. • Implemented risk assessment protocols and monitored incident response for cloud and on-premise environments, enhancing recovery speeds by 20% and ensuring regulatory compliance. • Managed Active Directory for 1,000+ users, optimizing OU structure and Group Policies through innovative thinking, improving system efficiency by 15%. • Demonstrated stakeholder management by collaborating with cross-functional teams to align IT strategies with business goals. • Administered AWS servers (Active Directory, DNS, Group Policies), achieving 99.9% uptime through process optimization. • Implemented robust data backup and recovery procedures, reducing data loss incidents by 40% and ensuring regulatory compliance. • Resolved 500+ monthly tickets via Jira, applying solution-based selling to improve resolution time by 20%. • Optimized AWS cloud infrastructure costs by 22% through budget and resource management, maintaining performance SLAs. • Automated repetitive tasks using LLM applications, increasing productivity by 25%. • Led adoption of a zero-trust security model, reducing unauthorized access by 35%. • Built automation workflows using n8n and Make to streamline onboarding, incident tracking, and system alerts, reducing manual admin tasks by 35% and improving SLA compliance. Bowenhills Tech Inc November 2019 – December 2020 IT Officer Philippines • Managed IT systems and introduced emerging technologies to ensure secure, efficient, and scalable business operations while optimizing resources and supporting customer engagement initiatives. • Configured Active Directory with custom GPOs, streamlining access for 200+ users and enhancing security posture. • Applied innovative thinking to manage change control processes, minimizing service disruptions by 25%. • Supported project management teams with IT solutions for complex implementations, demonstrating adaptability and cutting delays by 15%. • Performed software/OS upgrades, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance across enterprise environments. • Managed 100+ workstations, achieving a 15% reduction in support requests through process optimization. • Deployed VMware virtualization, optimizing hardware use and reducing costs by 20% via budget and resource management. • Configured Office 365 and Google Workspace with solution-based selling, improving adoption by 25%. • Led IT project implementations with a growth strategy focus, increasing system scalability by 20% and supporting a 15% user base expansion. • Designed an energy-efficient server consolidation plan, cutting power usage by 12%. Central Luzón Doctor’s Hospital Educational Institution June 2018 – July 2018 Information Technology Intern Philippines • Assisted the IT department in resolving technical issues, maintaining systems, and improving user productivity across hospital operations. • Deployed healthcare management software for 50+ users, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational readiness. • Provided tier 1-2 support with a 95% first-contact resolution rate, excelling in customer engagement. • Contributed to EHR implementation and HIPAA compliance with system configuration and risk assessment. • Developed automation scripts and documentation, showcasing early process optimization skills. Technical Expertise Technologies & AI: AI tools and platforms • Basic understanding of LLMs and generative AI • Familiar with low-code solutions • Knows how to use and support AI-driven tools Automation & IT Operations: Skilled in process automation using platforms like n8n and Make • Comfortable with scripting for support and system tasks (PowerShell, Python, Bash) • Knowledgeable in common IT workflows and RMM tools • Builds practical automation to reduce manual workload and increase operational efficiency Cloud & IT Infrastructure: Familiar with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud • Experience supporting Office 365, Windows Server, and Active Directory • Can manage user accounts, emails, and basic cloud services Security & Compliance: Understands basic cybersecurity practices • Experience with endpoint protection tools • Follows security protocols and compliance guidelines Data & Analytics: Basic knowledge of data tools and reporting • Can work with simple dashboards or logs to monitor systems and performance Business & Support Strategy: Strong communication with users and teams • Good at explaining tech in simple terms • Always looking for ways to make users’ work easier and faster Sustainability & IT Best Practices: Supports energy-efficient practices • Helps with responsible IT resource use and long-term planning Key Projects AI Task Delegation Assistant 2025 • Built entirely in n8n using a multi-agent architecture: a central controller routes commands to specialized workflows (Email, Calendar, Research, Content Creation), so tasks like meeting scheduling run seamlessly across agents. Integrated an AI-powered parameter extractor for natural-language inputs, Slack notifications for real-time alerts, and a Pinecone knowledge base for document Q&A. The modular design means new agents (e.g. finance, CRM) can be added without altering the core flow, showcasing scalable, extensible automation with n8n. Cloud Migration Framework- • Contributed to the development of standardized AWS migration methodology with comprehensive documentation, assessment tools, and governance procedures. This framework reduced migration timelines by 40% while ensuring consistent security controls and compliance across all migrated workloads. Smart Contract Transaction Monitor (Ethereum) with n8n- • Built an event-driven monitoring pipeline using n8n to track on-chain Ethereum smart contract interactions in real time. Leveraged webhooks and Etherscan API to detect function calls, failed transactions, and contract events, then routed alerts to Discord for community transparency and operational awareness. • Automated JSON parsing and status validation allowed instant detection of transaction anomalies, reducing time-to-diagnosis by 60%. Used in multiple testnet airdrop campaigns to ensure delivery success and audit integrity. AWS Health Alert Workflow with n8n 2024 • Designed and deployed a serverless automation workflow using n8n to monitor AWS Health events and trigger instant alerts via Slack and email. Integrated with AWS SDK to pull event data, apply conditional filters for severity, and enrich alerts with contextual metadata for faster triage. • Reduced incident response times by 40% and eliminated manual checks for infrastructure health across EC2, RDS, and IAM services. This proactive alerting system improved system resilience and maintained 99.9% uptime for client-facing environments. Observability Dashboard 2024 • Engineered a no-code integration between Discord and Jira via Make to streamline the reporting of community-raised issues. Enabled real-time conversion of Discord posts tagged with ”#issue” into Jira tickets, with automatic metadata parsing (e.g., reporter, timestamp, issue type). • Implemented two-way updates to notify users of issue progress and resolution, boosting transparency and developer velocity. The system handled 100+ issues monthly with zero manual data entry, enhancing the feedback loop between users and dev teams. Airdrop Automation 2022 • Developed Python scripts and smart contract integrations for blockchain token distributions that reduced manual effort by 90%. The system incorporated advanced security measures and audit logs while handling high-volume transaction processing with zero errors. Education Tarlac State University 2015 – 2019 Tarlac, Philippines Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Certifications & Seminars • n8n Level 1 Certification n8n, ID: 772aa7eab44af9f3150a764f6d767a03 • Succeeding as a First-Time Tech Manager LinkedIn Learning, May 2025 • n8n Level 2 Certification n8n, ID: 438f6b443f205127b6cd510cbf9d2d6b • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals Microsoft, Mar 2023 • Career Essentials in Generative AI Microsoft & LinkedIn, May 2025 • AWS Community Day PH & 10-Year Anniversary Amazon Web Services, Jul 2023 • ICSI — Certified Network Security Specialist DefensityOne, ID:- • Creative Web Design TESDA, ID: CWD-19-033 • Web Development TESDA, ID: WD-19-069 • • • • Creating Your IT Strategy LinkedIn Learning, May 2025 IT Service Desk: Service Management LinkedIn Learning, May 2025 Program Management for IT Professionals LinkedIn Learning, May 2025 ServiceNow IT Leadership Professional Certificate ServiceNow, May 2025
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