Brian Baird
Data Torque Ltd
Upper Hutt,Wellington
21
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Knowledgeable IT Manager oversees technology deployment and maintenance. Instructs and leads IT staff members in support of hardware, software and networking infrastructure. Actively works with executives to determine and implement tech needs. Manages technology strategy, training and documentation. Successful at optimizing security standards, improving planning processes and managing systems implementation. Knowledgeable about disaster recovery planning, roadmapping and team development. Experienced Information Technology Manager well-versed in infrastructure, security planning and daily operations management. Recognized for cost-effective system improvements, operational streamlining and positive leadership style.
Work History
Information Technology Manager
17 Years 9 Months- Interviewed, hired, trained and mentored 1 staff by coaching daily.
- Established cost-saving measures and alleviated compliance risk through software license audits.
- Developed standards, set specifications.
- Designed and led implementation of company-wide enterprise security strategy for network and hardware security, disaster recovery, data protection and information access across all major systems.
- Developed and maintained $500,000 IT department operational budget.
- Created storage allocation for new build and existing Windows servers and clusters.
- Supported budget process and TCO modeling to manage and reduce spending.
- Managed and reduced IT spending to support budgeting processes and TCO modeling procedures.
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure to assess areas in need of improvement and develop solutions.
- Reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation, testing and deployment needs to identify project requirements and costs.
- Guided implementation of company-wide enterprise security strategy for network and hardware, disaster recovery, data protection and endpoint protection.
Senior Technical Consultant / Team Leader
3 Years- Recommended technology upgrades and complementary products to improve client security.
- Collaborated with client and interdepartmental peers to transform client requirements into turnkey solutions.
- Resolved malfunctions with systems and programs through troubleshooting.
- Oversaw installation of software programs and hardware systems to meet requirements.
- Monitored equipment and tools and completed projects within required timeframe.
- Prepared and maintained project budgets and complied with schedules to avoid penalties.
Senior Network Support Engineer
3 Years 7 Months- Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Recommended options for disaster recovery, remote access, network appliances, servers and directory services security.
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers and other hardware.
Senior Technical Consultant
7 Months- Resolved malfunctions with systems and programs through troubleshooting.
- Investigated and addressed system issues to enhance usability and improve functionality.
- Oversaw installation of software programs and hardware systems to meet requirements.
Education
Citrix Presentation Server 4.0 Administration
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
Certified Technical Services Officer
Diploma in Display & Advertising
Skills
Novell Groupwise
Computer Hardware Knowledge
Virtual Local Area Networks
Microsoft Active Directory
Network Infrastructure Support
Network Server Management
Team Meetings
Maintenance Support Systems
Change Management Process
Application and Server Monitoring
New Technology Innovation
Technical Support and Assistance
Disaster Recovery Operations
Wireless Access Point
Documentation
Vendor Selection
Risk Mitigation Planning
Security Improvements
Status Updates
Leading Projects
Client Requirements
Production Work
Technology Implementation
Managing Multiple Projects
Veritas Backup Exec
Microsoft Hyper-V Server
Infrastructure Planning
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- CompTIA Network+
Sailing, Playing bagpipes
Been a playing member of various pipebands
Timeline
Information Technology Manager
Data Torque Ltd
01.2009 - CurrentRead More
Senior Technical Consultant / Team Leader
Datacom Services Ltd (NZ)
01.2006 - 01.2009Read More
Senior Network Support Engineer
Lantech Ltd
06.2002 - 01.2006Read More
Senior Technical Consultant
Altair Systems
10.2001 - 05.2002Read More
Auldhouse Computer Training Centre
Citrix Presentation Server 4.0 Administration
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Microsoft Testing Center
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
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New Zealand Post Office
Certified Technical Services Officer
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Waikato Polytechnic
Diploma in Display & Advertising
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