HPE ProLiant Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used HPE ProLiant
Markus H.
Last position:
Senior M365 Consultant at BITMARCK GmbH
Creation of concepts for M365 implementation, especially Tenants, EntraID, EntraConnect and ExchangeOnline, taking BAS standards into account (mandatory baseline security requirements) in the project "Concept M365" with the aim of transferring the concepts to the M365 environments of Bitmarck and then handing them over to the customer.
- Creation of a current-state analysis of the existing M365 environments as well as the on-premises environments and the BAS standards.
- Creation of concepts for the topics Tenants, EntraID, EntraConnect and ExchangeOnline taking the BAS standards into account
- Design and implementation of an automated solution for creating standardized M365 tenants based on Microsoft M365 DSC (Desired State Configuration)
- Transfer of the concepts into the M365 environments
- Creation of detailed technical documentation
Pierre G.
Last position:
Ansible Automation, Windows Third Level Support at DB InfraGO AG
- PRISMA project
- Ansible automation
- Windows third-level support for Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 2013, Windows 2016, Windows 2019
Marko O.
Last position:
System Administrator in a 6-person Team at FITS
- System administration of FreeBSD 11, 12 and 13.1 in a secure cloud software solution
- Administration of proxy servers for FITS and its clients, banks and state banks
- Administration of secure internet solutions
- Administration of secure mail solutions and mail gateways
- Administration of Apache 2.4 web servers
- Planning and maintenance of servers and network components in FNT Command
- Incident, change and ticket handling, especially troubleshooting network issues using Splunk and ARS
- Troubleshooting and log file analysis using Splunk Enterprise
- Monitoring with Nagios
- Ordering, provisioning and installation of certificates on Apache web servers, Nginx web servers and load balancers
- Hardware: HP ProLiant DL380 Gen 9 and 10, Cisco Catalyst
- Software: FreeBSD 11, 12 and 13.2, FNT Command, shell scripts, MySQL databases, ServiceNow, ARS, Splunk Enterprise 8.15
Matthias S.
Last position:
Subproject Manager / Head of Monitoring at IT service provider (Berlin/Kolbermoor)
- Subproject Manager / Head of Monitoring for facility management and handling operational project parts as well as coordinating operations
- CheckMK consulting: central monitoring infrastructure with CheckMK master and distributed CheckMK satellites
- Implementation of advanced monitoring approaches, integration of new plugins and customization of the CheckMK agent
- Graphic representation of performance metrics with InfluxDB and Grafana, creation of NagVis/Grafana templates and dashboards
- Monitoring of Linux/UNIX/Windows systems and active components using CheckMK agents/MRPE as well as hardware monitoring via SNMP
- Development of monitoring plugins based on Bash scripting
- Inventory and cross-disciplinary analysis for application-specific monitoring
- Concept design, testing and documentation for integrating CheckMK status messages and performance data into a higher-level umbrella system (Data Leak)
- Technical and conceptual point of contact
Pascal F.
Last position:
Senior Network Security Consultant at IT-Systemhaus
- Provided expert level consulting for lifecycle, upgrades and refresh activities
- Used Remedy for effort recording and billing to customers
- Used ServiceNow for service management and workflow
- Used Jira for project management with agile/Scrum methods
- Used Confluence for documentation
- Worked with customer-specific software tools
- Worked with customer-provided and secured hardware suitable for IT security operations infrastructure setup for customers
- Built firewall rule sets and handed over to service owner and delivery teams
- Environment: Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, CSM, Cisco AnyConnect, Cisco ISE, Check Point VSX and gateways
Dietrich C.
Last position:
Linux Systems Engineer at Personal Projects and Further Training
- Skills: ACLs, Android, Ansible, Apache, Backup, Bash, BindFS, Modern C++, CFEngine, ClusterSSH, CSS, CUPS, Debian, DHCP, DNS, dovecot, exim4, Firewall, FUSE, GIMP, Git, gnupg, HTML, IMAP, IPv4, Kerberos, LDAP, LineageOS, Linux, Mercurial, NAT, Networking, NFSv4, OpenPGP, OpenSSH, OpenSSL, OpenVPN, PHP, pxelinux, Python, RAID, Responsive Web Design, Routing, Shorewall, SMTP, SSHFS, SSL/TLS, systemd, TFTP, UPS, VPN, X11, XMPP
Markus K.
Last position:
Administration / Support at Hessische Zentrale für Datenverarbeitung
- Operation and development support (Linux, Tomcat)
- Web release builds with Jenkins and deployment
- Monitoring and operation planning
- Support for Online Access Act (OZG)
- Data queries and corrections in Oracle SQL via CloudBeaver and Rundeck
- Keycloak administration
- Regression testing and documentation in Jira
- Development of complex address database with MS Access/VBA
- Creation of documentation and guides in XWiki
Adrian H.
Last position:
Interim Consultant for Oracle Database Migrations to the AWS Cloud at Bank Deutsches Kraftfahrzeuggewerbe GmbH
- Migration of Oracle databases from on-premise to the AWS Cloud
- Support for technical Oracle solutions and cloud database infrastructures (IaaS and PaaS) RDS vs. EC2, sizing for performance
- Creation and maintenance of DR/HA (Disaster Recovery/High Availability) and backup and recovery policies and procedures (multi-region backup)
- Support for Oracle license selection, Enterprise → Standard migration
- Monitoring database instances
- Implementation and maintenance of database security (wallet, SSL)
- Patch management and version control
- Automated installation and configuration of Oracle databases using Terraform and Ansible
Dirk P.
Last position:
IT systems and security engineer at Self-employed consulting engineer
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Statistics of experts using HPE ProLiant
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
2.6 years
Positions per freelancer
22
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Telecommunication
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
75%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Doctorate
25%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using HPE ProLiant
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
HPE ProLiant experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (100%)
- Banking and Finance (67%)
- Telecommunication (67%)
- Retail (56%)
- Energy (44%)
- Insurance (44%)
- Manufacturing (44%)
- Government and Administration (44%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What HPE ProLiant is
HPE ProLiant is Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s server platform for running business-critical workloads in data centres and private clouds. It spans rack, tower and modular systems, with current generations designed for virtualization, databases, container platforms, analytics and enterprise applications. Many teams also search for HPE servers, ProLiant or the former HP ProLiant name.
Core platform skills
Specialists work across hardware configuration, firmware, storage controllers, memory, networking and secure boot. They use HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) for remote management and may manage fleets through HPE OneView. Strong knowledge of HPE Smart Array, InfoSight, Service Pack for ProLiant and warranty or lifecycle processes helps keep systems consistent and supportable.
Typical workloads
- Virtualization hosts for VMware or Microsoft Hyper-V environments
- Database, ERP and business application infrastructure
- High-availability clusters and private cloud foundations
- Backup, disaster recovery and storage-connected workloads
- Edge and branch systems using tower or compact ProLiant models
ProLiant systems often sit beneath Linux and Windows estates, container platforms and hybrid infrastructure. The right design depends on workload behavior, redundancy needs, storage performance and operational constraints.
When companies need specialists
- A new server platform must be sized, installed and documented
- Firmware, drivers or iLO settings require controlled remediation
- A data centre migration needs planning and rollback procedures
- Hardware alerts, performance issues or failed components need diagnosis
- A virtualization or backup environment needs an infrastructure review
Freelance expertise is useful when internal teams need focused capacity without adding permanent headcount. In Germany, specialists may support regulated industries, manufacturing, logistics and public-sector environments, working remotely or on site when physical access is required.
Tools and adjacent expertise
A capable professional connects ProLiant hardware with operating systems, hypervisors, SAN or NAS storage, backup software and network services. Experience with HPE OneView, iLO automation, PowerShell, Linux scripting, REST APIs and monitoring tools can turn repeated manual work into controlled operations. Familiarity with rack layouts, cabling, power planning and change management is equally important for physical installations.
What strong professionals deliver
The best specialists begin with workload, resilience and support requirements rather than a preferred model. They produce clear bills of materials, configuration records, firmware plans, test evidence and handover documentation. They understand the difference between a temporary workaround and a maintainable platform, communicate risks early and can explain technical choices to infrastructure teams and business stakeholders. For remote collaboration in Germany, clear written communication in English or German can simplify coordination with local operations and suppliers.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about HPE ProLiant.
HPE ProLiant servers run workloads such as virtualization, databases, ERP systems, file services, backup platforms and private clouds. Companies choose different rack, tower or modular models according to capacity, resilience, expansion and data centre requirements.
HPE ProLiant is commonly weighed against Dell PowerEdge and Lenovo ThinkSystem for enterprise server workloads. The decision usually depends on existing support relationships, management tools, storage integration, hardware availability, automation needs and the specialist knowledge already present in the organisation.
A strong HPE ProLiant specialist often also understands VMware or Hyper-V, Windows Server, Linux, SAN and NAS storage, backup systems, networking and monitoring. Skills with iLO, HPE OneView, PowerShell, REST APIs and firmware lifecycle planning are especially useful for larger estates.
The right level depends on the scope. ProLiant hardware replacement may need focused installation and validation skills, while a data centre migration, cluster redesign or firmware remediation requires someone who can assess dependencies, plan rollback and coordinate several infrastructure layers.
HPE ProLiant planning, monitoring, documentation and iLO-based troubleshooting can often be handled remotely. Rack installation, cabling, component replacement and some recovery tasks require trusted on-site access, so the engagement should define responsibilities, facility access and communication expectations in Germany.
A reliable HPE ProLiant professional should provide an agreed configuration, firmware and driver plan, storage and network settings, validation results, security considerations and operational documentation. For clustered or virtualized systems, the handover should also explain dependencies, testing and recovery procedures.
Ask for concrete examples involving the relevant ProLiant generation, operating system, hypervisor, storage and availability design. Good specialists explain trade-offs clearly, use controlled change methods, document their work and distinguish evidence-based diagnosis from guesswork.
Yes. HP ProLiant is the former name many teams still use when searching for documentation or specialists, while HPE ProLiant is the current branding. A professional should be comfortable mapping older HP systems and terminology to current HPE tools, firmware practices and support processes.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used HPE ProLiant in their recent projects is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 841 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used HPE ProLiant in their recent projects, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 75% hold at least a Master's degree, and 25% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used HPE ProLiant in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used HPE ProLiant in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (11%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used HPE ProLiant in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (67%), and Telecommunication (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used HPE ProLiant in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (89%), and Project Management (78%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used HPE ProLiant
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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