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Markus Blohm
Last position:
Consultant, Technical Project Manager at Lanxess
- Project: ESU Windows and SQL Server consolidation / Configuration Management in ServiceNow
- Creation of an as-is analysis of all servers worldwide
- Creation of an as-is analysis of all SQL servers worldwide
- Creation of requirements analyses for SQL and server migrations
- Coordination of requirements with partners for migrations to Hyper-V (on-premises) or Azure Cloud
- Moderation of jour fixe meetings
- Creation of roadmaps and solution models for server migrations
- Setup of test scenarios
- Moderation of workshops for the introduction of a Global Admin Team
- Creation of data models (CMDB) in ServiceNow
- Conducting workshops for the CMDB data model
- Creation of solution models for the CMDB
- Creation of seamless configuration and work documentation for the CMDB
- Creation of reports for license management
- Creation of KPIs for data quality in ServiceNow
- Creation of a service catalog
- Moderation of workshops for creating service requests
- Interface between needs analysis and ServiceNow development team
- Systems used: Windows 7, Windows 10, Microsoft Office 365/2010, Windows Server 20xx, SQL Server 20xx, SharePoint, Azure Cloud, Hyper-V, ServiceNow, various tools
Rafael De Mestre Gebauer
Last position:
Project Lead Automation at Textile industry
Analysis and optimization of end-to-end processes in different business areas such as sales, procurement, order processing and logistics. Redesign of the ERP. Identification of optimization potential, especially in areas with media breaks and manual tasks, as well as creation of a prioritized transformation roadmap with clear business cases and implementation recommendations. Management of automation initiatives. RPA at the production site in China. Evaluation and introduction of relevant AI use cases as well as building basic AI competence in the organization. Training internal employees of the project team and supporting them in the transformation process to develop a continuous improvement culture. Close collaboration with IT and external implementation partners, reporting to senior management.
Main tasks and achievements:
- Analysis of business processes and design of automated processes
- Training and support for employees in China and Germany
- 20% cost savings in logistics
- Regular status reports to management
Christoph Sawicki
Last position:
Test Manager at Logistics
- Coordination and planning, execution, documentation, and analysis of test cases
- Development of test concepts considering best practices (e.g., test pyramid) with a focus on reliable, automatable test runs
- Implementation and maintenance of test cases according to the test concepts
- Technologies: Citrix Workspace, Shopify, Jira, Xray, MS Teams, MS SharePoint, Confluence, MS Office 365
Christian Hunkirchen
Last position:
Developer at Opereon Consulting GmbH
- Developed a shop website
- Integrated an AI language model
- Developed tools for AI-powered webhooks
- Technical tools: REACT.js; Elevenlabs; MCP; n8n; HTTP
Farhad Niat
Last position:
Sales Engineer for DACH at AudioCodes Germany
- providing technical assistance to the sales force during sales calls
- providing pre-sales technical support
- providing technical support during first time installation of new AudioCodes products together with partner/ end-customer
- pre-sales technical interface to the channel/partner and managing of technical knowledge transfer to the partners
- giving customer presentations and hands-on product demonstrations (e.g., AudioCodes Live Cloud, Express, OVOC)
- providing product training to customers, prospects and sales during the pre-sales phase mainly AudioCodes endpoints like e.g., IP Phones, MTRs
- leading RFPs/RFI technical responses
- providing technical assistance to marketing for regional events (e.g., seminars, roadshows)
- mainly focused on AudioCodes IP Phones (Generic SIP/Native Teams), AudioCodes MTRs, AudioCodes Collaboration Bars, Jabra endpoints, Sennheiser/Epos endpoints
- management of endpoints like above via AudioCodes One Voice Operation Center and maintaining of this environment for customer workshops/ calls
- management of AudioCodes IP Phones via Microsoft Endpoint Manager/ Intune and maintaining of this environment for customer workshops/ calls
- building of automated cloud workflows (Power Automate) for internal AudioCodes DACH processes
- trusted advisor for Microsoft products which interfere with AudioCodes products for DACH region
Pierre Gronau
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
Peter Brungs
Last position:
Data Warehouse Consultant (Development and Analysis) at Atruvia AG
- Developed and enhanced ETL loading jobs with IBM DataStage and optimized SQL in an IBM DB2 environment as part of the Agree21 data migration
- Analyzed data quality and developed test procedures
- Created PowerShell scripts and documented GIT deployment processes
- Technologies: RedHat Linux, IBM DB2 with DBVisualizer, IBM InfoSphere DataStage 11.7, JIRA, TortoiseGIT, TortoiseSVN, PowerShell scripts
Giovanni Spinelli Barrile
Last position:
Technical Product Manager at Logicc GmbH
Acted as the primary bridge between Legal, Engineering, and Business units to ensure zero compliance violations while maintaining product velocity.
Led the development of a GDPR-compliant AI aggregator platform, managing a roadmap that balances legal constraints with aggressive feature delivery.
Scaled the engineering team from 4 to 9 developers, establishing hiring protocols and technical onboarding processes to support rapid product iteration.
Boosted the development process by introducing structured sprint cycles and backlog refinement, resulting in a 20% reduction in feature delivery time.
Architected and prototyped agentic AI workflows with n8n and RAG pipelines on Langchain.
Iraj Zargani
Last position:
Senior System Administrator at Trützschler
- Administration in a hybrid system environment
- Second- and Third-Level Support
- Incident and change management
- Ticketing system and tools: Jira Cloud & Confluence, MS Teams
- Exchange 2019/Outlook Online support
- AD/AAD support; creating and assigning permissions via AD/AAD GPO groups
- ARP-Guard (NAC) / network segmentation
- Citrix Workspace
- Distribution software support: Ivanti
- Veeam backup system in the cloud (AWS)
Valon Jashari
Last position:
Cybersecurity and Data Scientist Engineer at Freelancer
- Cyber Security (IT, OT, Ethical Hacking & Pen Testing)
- Data Science (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Engineer and Data Analytics)
Sabine Dillenburg
Last position:
Diehl Informatik
- Packaging of standard and specialized software using Powershell Appdeploy Toolkit.
- Deploying software via MECM.
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Statistics of experts using PowerShell
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years (Germany: 21 years)
Position duration
2.2 years (Germany: 3.2 years)
Positions per freelancer
20 (Germany: 16)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
71% (Germany: 76%)
Master's degree or higher
57% (Germany: 49%)
Doctorate
14% (Germany: 10%)
Certifications per freelancer
7 (Germany: 4)
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
91% (Germany: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Cologne using PowerShell
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About the technology
Automation Work
PowerShell is the command-line and scripting language many companies use to automate system work across Windows and Microsoft environments. It is common for admin tasks, bulk changes, reporting, and repeatable operational steps that should run the same way every time.
Common Deliverables
- Scripts for user, mailbox, and server administration
- Azure and Microsoft 365 automation
- Reporting, cleanup, and scheduled tasks
- Module-based tooling for internal teams
Ecosystem Fit
Strong PowerShell professionals work well with the wider Microsoft stack: Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, Azure, and Microsoft 365. They also know how to use the PowerShell Gallery, modules, remoting, and secure execution settings without turning simple work into fragile scripts.
When to Bring in Help
Companies usually bring in freelance PowerShell expertise when scripts have grown messy, admin tasks take too long, or a migration needs reliable automation. In Cologne, this often fits teams that work in enterprise IT, managed services, or hybrid Microsoft setups and need clear collaboration in English or German.
What Good Specialists Do
Good PowerShell specialists write code that is readable, idempotent, and safe to run again. They use proper parameters, error handling, logging, and testing so the result can be maintained by others, not just the original author.
Typical Signs You Need It
- Repeated manual steps still happen every week
- Existing scripts break after small environment changes
- Admin work needs better logging and control
- Teams need automation that fits Microsoft tooling and policies
Frequently asked questions
Curious about PowerShell? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
PowerShell is used to automate administration, reporting, and configuration across Windows and Microsoft services. Companies rely on it for tasks like managing users, mailboxes, servers, cloud resources, and scheduled operations that should be consistent and auditable.
PowerShell is the current name for the cross-platform language and shell. Windows PowerShell is the older Windows-only version, while PowerShell Core was the transition name used when it became cross-platform. When you hire, make sure the expert knows which version your environment depends on.
PowerShell is usually the better fit when the work is centered on Microsoft systems, structured objects, and admin workflows. Bash is stronger in many Unix-style environments, while Python is broader for application logic and data work. For Windows-heavy operations, PowerShell often gives the cleanest path.
A strong PowerShell specialist usually understands Active Directory, Windows Server, Azure, Microsoft 365, and basic security practices. For larger tasks, look for experience with remoting, modules, source control, and testable scripting patterns. That mix helps the work stay maintainable after delivery.
PowerShell work ranges from quick one-off scripts to deeper automation across many systems. Simple reporting or cleanup tasks may need a focused specialist, while migrations, standards work, or shared automation usually need someone who has handled production environments before. The more dependencies and users involved, the more important that depth becomes.
Yes, most PowerShell work can be done remotely because the core tasks are script review, automation design, and environment-specific changes. For Cologne teams, remote collaboration is common, but on-site time can help when access, security review, or stakeholder workshops need a local presence. Clear documentation matters either way.
Look for PowerShell samples that show clean structure, error handling, and safe reuse instead of long one-off commands. Good work is easy to read, logs what happened, handles failures clearly, and fits your environment without forcing unnecessary complexity. Ask how the expert tests scripts and how maintenance will work after handover.
Freelancers working with PowerShell should expect to deal with existing scripts, different security policies, and environments that may have grown over time. The best projects include access to real examples, a clear goal, and a contact person who can confirm how the scripts are used in practice. That makes delivery faster and safer.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Cologne, Germany who have used PowerShell in their recent projects is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 756 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Cologne, Germany who have used PowerShell in their recent projects, 71% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 57% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Cologne, Germany who have used PowerShell in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Cologne, Germany who have used PowerShell in their recent projects are German (100%), English (82%), and Spanish (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Cologne, Germany who have used PowerShell in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (73%), and Insurance (55%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Cologne, Germany who have used PowerShell in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (82%), and Quality Assurance (73%).
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