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@glst

Highly accomplished IT professional with extensive support expertise.

United Kingdom
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth and collaboration in a dynamic IT environment.

I am a versatile and experienced IT professional with a strong background in first, second, and third-line Windows support. My career has been marked by a commitment to meeting SLA requirements within ITIL-governed environments, ensuring optimal IT performance and operational resilience. I have successfully managed multi-million dollar contracts across both public and private sectors, demonstrating my ability to drive critical enhancements within national NHS systems.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with both technical and non-technical teams to implement strategic infrastructure and software solutions. My expertise in resolving complex technical challenges efficiently has been a key asset in my roles, particularly in managing stakeholder expectations and delivering high-quality support across diverse teams. I am dedicated to maintaining ITIL-compliant environments and have a proven track record in large-scale device deployments, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruption.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

EQ
Current

Windows 11 Deployment Contract

Eqans

Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)

Led the deployment of Windows 11 across over 5000 devices, utilizing Intune, Autopilot, and Azure for efficient endpoint management. Managed stakeholder expectations and resolved complex problems related to Windows 11 and Android devices.

TT

2nd Line BAU

TEWV NHS Trust

Jun 2022 - Apr 2023 (10 months)

Executed Windows deployments and provided second-line BAU support, including remote support services. Supported the Office 365 environment and managed endpoint security with Defender and Patch Manager.

TT

2nd Line BAU

TEWV NHS Trust

Sep 2021 - Apr 2022 (7 months)

Provided Windows BAU second-line support and managed Office 365. Handled laptop deployments and managed new employee onboarding and leavers using SCCM.

BL

IT Support Technician

Biostore Ltd

Feb 2016 - Oct 2019 (3 years 8 months)

Provided remote hardware, networking, and software support within SLAs for an MSP specializing in biometric hardware and software. Utilized SQL for backups and script execution, corrected errors in SQL-backed payment systems, and managed physical and virtual Windows servers.

SE

IT Technician

Self-employment

Sep 2012 - Feb 2016 (3 years 5 months)

Operated as a self-employed IT Technician, specializing in PC hardware and software repair. Provided comprehensive technical support to clients.

EL

IT Technician

Express IT Ltd

Aug 2008 - Sep 2012 (4 years 1 month)

Worked as a bench technician, responsible for repairing laptops, PCs, and printers. Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

FC

Finchale College

Certificate, Information Technology

Completed an intensive IT course covering foundational concepts. Gained practical skills in various IT domains.

Staffordshire University logoSU

Staffordshire University

Certificate in Advanced Computing, Advanced Computing

Obtained a Certificate in Advanced Computing from Staffs. This program enhanced my understanding of complex computing principles and applications.

CO

CompTIA

Certification, Cybersecurity

Achieved CompTIA Security+ certification, demonstrating proficiency in cybersecurity principles and risk management. This certification validates my ability to secure IT systems and networks.

CO

CompTIA

Certification, Networking

Obtained CompTIA Network+ certification, proving my expertise in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing, and configuring basic network infrastructure. This certification covers essential networking concepts.

CO

CompTIA

Certification, IT Support

Earned CompTIA A+ certification, validating my skills in IT support and troubleshooting. This certification covers a wide range of hardware and software technologies.

CI

Cisco

Certification, IT Essentials

Completed Cisco IT Essentials, gaining fundamental knowledge of computer hardware and software. This course provided a strong foundation in IT concepts.

CI

Cisco

Certification, Networking

Completed CCNA Discovery: Networking for Home and Small Business, focusing on networking fundamentals. This course provided practical skills for setting up and maintaining small networks.

CI

Cisco

Certification, Networking

Completed CCNA Discovery: Working at a Small-to-Medium Sized or ISP, gaining insights into network operations in larger environments. This course expanded my knowledge of network infrastructure and services.

IS

ISC2

Certification, Cybersecurity

Achieved ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, demonstrating foundational knowledge in cybersecurity principles. This certification validates my understanding of security best practices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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