IT Consulting, Systems Engineering & Managed Services · Pittsburgh, Cleveland & the Tri-State

Expert Solutions for your IT Challenges.

Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and the Tri-State. Strategy, infrastructure, and day-to-day operations from named engineers. We build on Kubernetes, Linux, Proxmox, and Microsoft Azure. One business-day reply, every time.

KawaConnect
production · all systems operational
Kubernetes Cluster 99.98% Uptime %
OPNSense Firewall & Tailscale VPN up 420d
M365 Backup 6h ago
Monitoring Agent live
Identity (Authentik-365) up
PROXMOX maintenance window sat 02:00
last heartbeat just now
Deployment applied
no downtime, 0 alerts
Pittsburgh IT services, the KawaConnect way

Agile IT that adapts as fast as you do.

Build smart, not bigger. Skip the overhead and the guesswork. Get a dedicated partner for tailored IT that is efficient, secure, and consistently reliable.

What we do

Our core managed IT services.

The day-to-day managed IT services we ship for teams across Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and the Tri-State. Hover or tap a card to see what goes into each one.

The KawaConnect difference

Managed IT engineered for growth.

As IT consultants and systems engineers, KawaConnect builds and runs the full stack for Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Tri-State businesses. We design on Kubernetes, Linux, and Proxmox, and we integrate cleanly with Microsoft Azure for hybrid and multi-cloud. The result is efficient operations, stronger security, and fewer surprises. We plan, automate, and monitor so your stack stays fast, stable, and easy to grow.

Leave it to us.

You run the business. We keep the computers happy. Our team keeps systems secure, reduces downtime, and speeds up everyday work. We automate the tedious parts and fix problems before you notice them. Less hassle. More time back.

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5.0
Based on 11 reviews
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Dawn Tang
00:08 13 Nov 25
I initially approached them to set up a VPN for my trips overseas, they did it within a day and for a low cost. Dean personally negotiated my Rogers internet/mobile bill down by 35%. They also assisted with getting my home desktop/work-from-home setup sorted out. Quick responses, no upsell, everything worked perfectly the first time. Highly recommend this IT services company!
Response from the owner 00:10 13 Nov 25
Thanks, Dawn. Appreciate the review. Glad everything’s working. If you need anything, just reach out.
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Armand Laroche
22:06 12 Nov 25
Dean provided expert consultation on a complex server administration issue involving a mixed Windows and Linux Active Directory environment. He demonstrated strong technical proficiency and resolved the problem efficiently and with professionalism.
Response from the owner 22:58 12 Nov 25
Appreciate you taking the time, Armand. Glad we got you back up and running. If anything else comes up, just reach out.
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Taylor Lovejoy
18:27 12 Nov 25
The most dedicated professionals I have ever worked with, KawaConnect provided Linux and PostgreSQL consulting for my application and I couldn't be happier! They truly do not cut any corners with their highly detail-oriented team. I wouldn't recommend anyone else!
Response from the owner 19:46 12 Nov 25
Thanks for the review, Taylor. Glad the Linux and PostgreSQL work hit the mark. It was fun to dive into that stack, and anything needs another pass, just reach out.
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Ascension Biomedical
21:05 10 Nov 25
IT has no longer been an issue here. They have excellent for us, and Dean in particular is extremely quick at responding. They run our full Kubernetes stack and handle DevOps/GitOps for our internal applications. They installed a Hanwha camera system on a Linux/Ceph stack that’s been rock solid. They also manage our Helpdesk, Microsoft 365, firewalls, network.
Response from the owner 19:46 12 Nov 25
Appreciate the feedback. Happy to hear IT’s running smoothly; we’ll keep response times fast and the workload light for your team.
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TRE Construction
20:04 10 Nov 25
KawaConnect has been great for TRE Construction. They set up our Microsoft 365, manage our firewalls with uptime monitoring, installed multiple CCTV systems, and built our networks and Wi-Fi across several locations. Everything ties together cleanly. They also made our websites and manage our on-prem Linux servers. Fast responses, clear communication, and reliable results. Easy five stars.
Response from the owner 19:47 12 Nov 25
Thanks for the kind words. Good to know the infrastructure is working well. We’ll keep monitoring uptime.
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Sharon Laundromat
20:04 10 Nov 25
KawaConnect did a great job for us. They set up our network, got our Wi-Fi running smoothly, and installed our CCTV. Everything works the way it should and support is quick when we need it.
Response from the owner 19:48 12 Nov 25
Thanks for the review. Great to hear the is running as expected. It is crazy to see how much this laundromat changed in such a short amount of time.
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Tia Easton
01:33 10 Nov 25
You will not regret working with Kawa Connect Dean is amazing!
Response from the owner 19:48 12 Nov 25
Thanks, Tia; really appreciate the recommendation.
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Philip Hall
22:38 09 Nov 25
This company goes the extra mile making sure you get great service!! Dean was awesome!!
Response from the owner 19:48 12 Nov 25
Thanks, Phil; we’ll keep delivering reliable service whenever you need us.
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Priscilla Loera
20:16 09 Nov 25
I purchased a laptop and docking station. Dean set it up and it was the best support i’ve ever received! 😊
Response from the owner 20:27 09 Nov 25
Thank you for the review Priscilla!!!
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Mi Cia
19:59 09 Nov 25
Dean Thomas is a professional and a highly skilled technician who doesn't stop until then project is finished or the problem is solved
Response from the owner 20:11 09 Nov 25
I appreciate the kind words Mike, I would love to work with you again in the future.
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Will Atkinson
19:39 09 Nov 25
This company is amazing. They did all of our IT working including website, emails, and Google business listing. We had another company start the work that never followed through. These guys came through far better than anyone could expect. The prices were reasonable and the service is second to none. They provide continuous service for us on any questions we have and are always available. I highly recommend giving them a try if you need any IT solutions.
Response from the owner 19:48 09 Nov 25
Thank you so much for the review! 🙂
FAQ

Common questions.

Yes. We support businesses from five-person offices up to multi-location operations across Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and the Tri-State. Engagements scale with your headcount, not a minimum seat count.

One business day, every time. Most day-to-day issues get a same-day reply. Emergencies get a direct line.

Yes. A service agreement is how we commit to response times, named engineers, and the long-term roadmap work that makes IT actually dependable. Terms are flexible, usually one to three years, scoped to your environment rather than a template.

Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and the Tri-State for on-site work. Remote support is available across the United States.

A short discovery call, a written scope with flat pricing, then implementation. You get named engineers who learn your stack and stay with you, not a rotating ticket queue.

Yes. We run a clean handoff: audit, documentation review, credential transfer, and a parallel-run week so nothing drops during the switch.

Contact us today.

Questions about IT? Talk to us. From support and consulting to custom solutions, we’re ready to help.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 412.556.7007


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