Hands-on technology advisory and implementation for companies that take their stack seriously.
JD Tech Consulting exists because too many businesses deal with technology that should work but doesn't. Email bouncing. Systems breaking. Security gaps that only become obvious after the damage is done.
We're not a massive agency with layers of account managers. You work directly with our lead advisor and, when needed, trusted specialists who've solved these problems hundreds of times—for enterprises, startups, venture capital firms, private equity portfolios, and high-net-worth individuals who demand precision, discretion, and results.
No fluff. No drawn-out discovery phases that go nowhere. Just focused, hands-on work that gets your infrastructure back on track.
To deliver technology solutions that actually work—secure, scalable, and built to last. We believe infrastructure should be invisible when it's working and fixable when it's not. That's what we build.
JD Tech Consulting was founded by John DeStefano, a Senior Technology Advisor who works directly with companies to design, secure, and scale critical systems. There are no layers of abstraction — clients work with someone who has built these environments hundreds of times and knows how to fix what's broken.
With a background in Accounting and an MBA (Beta Gamma Sigma honors), John brings a business-first lens to every technical decision. Security, scalability, and operational efficiency are never treated in isolation — technology exists to support sustainable growth, not the other way around.
John holds certifications from industry leaders including Cisco, Google, Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, Zscaler, Klaviyo, and EasyDMARC, reflecting deep expertise across secure networking, email security and deliverability, identity and access management, and cloud infrastructure.
Recognized as a Top 1% Expert-Vetted freelancer on Upwork, John is known for consistent results, clear communication, and systems that perform in the real world — not just on paper. His work focuses on solving hard operational problems and building environments that teams can rely on as they scale.
Over the years, JD Tech has designed and operated systems delivering 100M+ emails annually, supported $600M+ raised through B2B campaigns, and migrated thousands of users across platforms and infrastructures. The firm has led transitions from on-prem to cloud, built secure DevOps and IAM frameworks, deployed networks ranging from home offices to large multi-campus environments, and designed custom data integrations to support proprietary applications and business-critical systems.
Every engagement is grounded in performance, security, and business requirements — with systems built to last.
Your emails belong in inboxes—not spam. We build and maintain domain integrity that keeps them there.
100 million+ emails annually delivered. $600M+ raised via B2B campaigns.
Layered defenses for high-risk environments—Zero Trust, MFA, and advanced threat protection without the friction. SEGs, post-delivery email security solutions, and security awareness training.
Automate the manual work holding teams back—connect tools, streamline processes, remove operational drag.
Audit-ready alignment with SOC 2, NIST, and ISO 27001—compliance without the bureaucracy.
Reliable, scalable architectures that perform under load and grow with your business. We've migrated thousands of users and helped many businesses transition from on-prem to cloud—with careful planning, zero downtime, and thorough security hardening.
Senior-level guidance on architecture, vendors, ROI, and operations—clear decisions, fewer surprises.
Build custom, scalable solutions and software that solve critical pain points and grow with your company. We design systems that eliminate manual work, reduce errors, and scale with your business.
Hundreds of network deployments—from small home offices to large multicampus networks. On-prem, cloud networks, VPNs, and everything in between.
Email Infrastructure Overhaul
Diagnosed and rebuilt a broken email infrastructure across multiple domains and marketing automations — restoring inbox placement, fixing authentication issues, and driving measurable revenue lift.
DNS Hardening & Security Reinforcement
Overhauled DNS, mitigated spam attacks, and locked in deliverability and security across M365 and eCommerce domains.
Large-Scale Deliverability Restoration
Stabilized deliverability across 100+ domains and multiple IP pools, restoring sender reputation and improving email engagement across all client programs.
No scripts. No sales pitch. A quick, focused conversation about what isn't working—and how we can help.
Get in TouchFrom startups to enterprise teams, clients trust JD Tech to deliver clarity and results.
"Expertise, trustworthiness, and seamless execution."
"Working with John was a dream! I hired him to work on a domain switch in Google Workspace for our nonprofit. I could not have been luckier to find John. His expertise is unparalleled, he is trustworthy and personable, and he truly cares about the work. John was quick and easy to communicate with and made sure I understood each part of the process. The domain switch was seamless, and he even identified and fixed some deliverability issues with our DNS settings that I wasn't even aware of. Not only did we accomplish what we set out to do with John, but we are in a better place because of his expertise. There are many options out there at a wide range of rates, but hiring John is 100% worth it - you truly do get what you pay for. I truly look forward to working with him again."
"Exceptional service that goes above and beyond."
"John and his company JD Technical Consulting provide exceptional service and went above and beyond on our project. John's dedicated care and communication throughout the entire process were greatly appreciated as well. Initially, I was extremely apprehensive about hiring someone remote to conduct our data migration, but a background check on JD Tech and some history of their services eased my mind and gave me the confidence to move forward in working with John and his company. A man of his word, he over-delivered when the initial agreement ended up being more work than what he had initially anticipated. If John's skillset meets your needs I'd highly recommend him."
"Outstanding communication and trust-building."
"My wife and I have a small business and I was dancing on the edge of my comfort zone when trying to migrate all of our systems over to Google Workspace. I contracted with John to get us where we needed to be, including migrating all email and folders from multiple accounts to Workspace, and we got everything done over a couple of days. John was outstanding! He is a great communicator, I quickly developed trust with him, he was helpful and respectful, and I consider him our 'IT Guy' going forward. Do yourself a favor and work with John. He is exceptional."
"A positive asset with constant support."
"John has been such a positive asset to our organization. He is always prompt to respond to requests, quick to solve a problem or complete a task and does it all with an enthusiastic, kind demeanor. Since a large amount of of our company is remotely operated, John's IT expertise has been crucial for our technical side to run smoothly. He is regularly searching for innovative, efficient ways to help our company and employees and we are thankful to have his constant support!"
"A Master in IT with remarkable organizational impact."
"All I can say is John is a Master in IT. I wanted to take a moment to express my utmost satisfaction and appreciation for the exceptional work you have been doing as our IT Specialist. Your dedication and expertise have truly made a remarkable impact on our team and the entire organization. Your quick response time to technical issues has been instrumental in minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless operations. Your ability to diagnose problems swiftly and provide effective solutions has saved us countless hours of frustration and lost productivity. If you need an IT. Hire John. You won't regret it, I promise!"
"Fantastic communicator with exceptional ROI."
"John is a fantastic communicator and qualifies as an expert in his field. He's a rare find and easily exceeds a 20x benefit to cost ratio. You'll know you picked the right guy the moment you get started with him. We've worked on a few projects together and he consistently surpasses our expectations!!"
"Outstanding email migration with precision and attention to detail."
"John did an outstanding job with the email migration project. He approached the task with precision and attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the migration was executed smoothly and without interruption to daily operations. His expertise and experience in this field was evident, as he was able to anticipate and resolve any issues that arose during the process. The end result was a seamless transition to the new email system. I highly recommend John for any future email migration projects and have complete confidence in his ability to deliver exceptional results. Great job, John!"
"Gets the job done right the first time, every time."
"John is amazing--gets the job done right the first time. John is always available and goes the extra mile to make sure the client is satisfied. John has the technical knowledge and interpersonal skills to understand and solve difficult problems. My company has been developing software since 1998 and I have hired many consultants in IT and engineering. I will not hesitate to contact John for all our future IT tasks. We had a fixed contract but he spend extra time to test and secure the systems. I gave him a bonus for his fine work that was above and beyond."
"Very good—from someone with 15+ years in email."
"I've been in the email game for 15+ years .... John is good, VERY good. Will be working with him from here on out for anything email related"
"Works harder than I do—first person I've hired on Upwork like that."
"John is the first person I've hired on Upwork who works harder than I do. Day or night, rain or shine, John was there to manage and execute on a complex migration project under time pressure. He asked great questions (read: asked from experience or did his research prior to asking to save us time) and always followed through on his recommendations that were accepted. 10/10 would recommend."
"Great experience with excellent communication and skills."
"We had a GREAT experience with John. It was really pleasant, easy, and fast to work with him. Great communication, great skills, and finishing the project ahead of schedule. Looking forward to future projects! We highly recommend him."
"Super to work with—trustworthy and conservative approach."
"John was super to work with and very flexible with meeting times, and trustworthy. He always responded right away, and was very good about double checking his work and working very conservatively when migrating email accounts, so as not to ever be at risk of losing any of our files. Will definitely use him again for our IT needs."
"An absolute genius—knowledgeable, honest, and fast."
"An absolute genius. I haven't seen someone so knowledgeable, honest, responsive, and fast! I rehired John again and will be using his services exclusively. I'm utterly impressed with him and his work ethic. Highly recommended!"
"Excellent IT support for complete rebranding transition."
"John was EXCELLENT at providing our agency the IT support we needed. As a small agency with no IT department, it was critical we had an expert helping us make the transition when we completely rebranded. John held our hands through the entire process, ensuring all of our accounts were set up properly and securely. We truly could not have made this move without him! If you are looking for an absolute pro to help manage any IT work your company may need, go with John. Not only does he really know his stuff, but he was incredibly communicative the whole time, chatting with our team via Slack (and even staying in there a few weeks after the project was complete to ensure there weren't any questions or issues anyone was encountering). He was a true pleasure to work with. Really glad we found him and were able to complete this project so successfully and without any headaches. Thank you John!"
"Patient, helpful, and extremely knowledgeable problem-solver."
"John was patient, helpful, extremely knowledgeable, and he solved a problem that had been plaguing us for some time and was important to our operation. He diagnosed the problem quickly and got the job done, despite several system glitches (no fault of his). If we have any problem in the future that falls within John's area of competence, I would hire him again in a heartbeat, and I can recommend him without reservation. Good guy, and job and well done!"
"Very good at assessing needs and achieving goals."
"John D. was very good in helping assess our company needs and also helping to set them up to achieve our goals. He was readily available, and very knowledgeable. We were very happy with his professionalism and ability to get done what we needed. Friendly, and courteous. Would recommend."
"Not just a problem solver—a problem preventer."
"In my extensive career of over 10 years, I've seldom encountered a professional as remarkable as John. From our very first interaction, his profound technical expertise was abundantly clear, and it was this competency that largely influenced our decision to hire him. John's communication skills are unparalleled. He possesses an innate ability to explain complex issues with clarity and precision, making collaboration seamless and efficient. He is not just a problem solver, he is a problem preventer, constantly thinking steps ahead. With his charismatic presence, he brings a positive, inspiring energy to the team that enhances productivity and morale. If you're in search of an expert who goes above and beyond, John is your person. His technical prowess, exceptional communication skills, and charismatic leadership are rare assets in the industry. His involvement with your project will unquestionably elevate it to new heights."
"Fast, efficient, and goes overboard to ensure satisfaction."
"John listened carefully to what we needed and once we were in sync he went right to work to solve our problem. He was fast and efficient. Going overboard to ensure we were satisfied with our results. We plan to use John again and highly recommend him to others in the meantime. Thank you."
"Awesome support for growing businesses."
"John was awesome! I have a small but growing business and I did not have the time nor the knowledge to set up the infrastructure for my team. He was very responsive, even when I needed something last minute. I would definitely hire John again. On top of it all, John was a very nice guy. Great experience overall!"
"Highly recommended—one of the better IT experiences in 20 years."
"I would highly recommend using John! John helped me migrate my company's entire email system from Godaddy to a corporate Google Workspace. John was highly responsive and a great communicator. He worked into the evening to make sure that if there was any downtime between cutting the email over from GoDaddy to Gmail, that it would be after afters (there was no downtime!). John stayed with us after the migration to make sure we understood how to use Google Workspace and the corporate email administrative features. John is incredibly talented and knows email and IT admin like the back of his hand. Coupled with this customer service, John is one of the better IT professional experiences I have had in my 20-year career."
"Excellent communicator and out-of-the-box problem solver."
"It was very easy working with John as he's an excellent communicator and a great problem solver and out of the box thinker. He was able to find all the work-arounds and make the solution as simple as possible to satisfy our needs. I would highly recommend John for any project, and especially for a challenging and complex one. He'll get the job done 100%!"