Windows Server Admin for ASI SmartBooks VPS

Job TitleWindows Server Admin – Setup 4-User Remote Desktop (RDS) VPS for ASI SmartBooks (With Future Support)Project DescriptionWe are a small business looking for an experienced Windows Systems Administrator to set up a new Windows-based Virtual Private Server (VPS). This server will host our industry-specific accounting and ERP software, ASI SmartBooks, for 4 concurrent [login to view URL] want to establish a clean, low-overhead cloud environment and are looking to build a long-term, on-demand relationship with a reliable IT freelancer for future maintenance and troubleshooting as [login to view URL] of Work (Initial Phase)Server Configuration: Provision and optimize a Windows Server 2022 VPS (using a provider like AccuWeb or Contabo). Configure 4 concurrent Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Client Access Licenses (CALs) and set up 4 secure, individual user login [login to view URL] Installation: Install and optimize Microsoft SQL Server Express Edition on the server. Ensure proper permissions and local database configurations are [login to view URL] Setup & Migration: Install ASI SmartBooks on the server, connect it to the SQL Express database, and map the shared data directories. Assist with migrating our existing data files to the new [login to view URL] Check: Test the setup to ensure all 4 users can log in simultaneously via RDP, access Excel/Outlook via Microsoft 365 shared-computer activation, and run the ERP smoothly without performance lag.Long-Term / Future WorkOnce this server is configured, we will need your help on an on-demand, hourly basis for:Handling major ASI SmartBooks software updates (1–2 times per year).Modifying user profiles or updating security permissions as our team [login to view URL] performance checks or troubleshooting connection/database [login to view URL] Skills & QualificationsProven experience with Windows Server Administration (2019/2022) and Active Directory.Hands-on experience deploying and licensing Windows Remote Desktop Services (RDS / RDP).Experience installing and managing Microsoft SQL Server / SQL Express [login to view URL] understanding of data security, user access controls, and automated backup [login to view URL] hosting desktop accounting or ERP systems in a VPS environment is highly [login to view URL] to ApplyPlease reply with your relevant experience, your estimated hours to complete this initial setup, and your standard hourly rate for future on-demand support. Please include the word "SMARTBOOKS" at the top of your proposal so I know you have read the full description.

Project ID: 40687541