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Graeme Frost

Graeme Frost

Tauranga

Summary

An experienced and qualified IT professional with over 20 years of expertise in infrastructure and security team leadership. Have successfully led and managed the IT infrastructure and operations, ensuring alignment with business strategy, security best practices, and customer satisfaction. Have also developed and implemented infrastructure and security architectures and roadmaps, driving innovation and continuous improvement across the IT function. Have a strong technical background in servers, networks, and backup products, as well as exceptional communication and leadership skills. Delivering high-quality IT services and solutions that add value to the organisation and its stakeholders.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Team Manager (8 Years 9 Months)

Stratus Blue
08.2015 - 05.2024
  • Led team of 8 engineers to deliver IT services for clients, such as network installation and maintenance, remote support, cloud migration, and security systems.
  • Coordinated with clients, account managers, and sales team on requirements, solutions, and progress.
  • Documented and improved IT infrastructure and performance.

IT Tutor (4 Years 4 Months)

Avonmore Tertiary Institute
03.2011 - 07.2015
  • Instructed students in computing and network engineering skills and theory.
  • Designed and delivered IT courses, assessments, and mentoring for level 6 students.
  • Taught and supported level 6 IT students with diverse needs and goals.

Owner/Manager (2 Years 4 Months)

Concerto Networks
11.2008 - 03.2011
  • Ran IT sales and support business for various clients.
  • Generated leads, advised on product purchases, and provided on-site support.
  • Handled financial aspects, contracts, and daily operations.

Systems Engineer (7 Years 10 Months)

Gen-i
01.2001 - 11.2008
  • Designed and deployed IT systems for various clients, ensuring optimal functionality and security.
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting for system issues.
  • Coordinated with IT personnel to deliver solutions and upgrades.

Information Systems Technician (2 Years 6 Months)

Royal New Zealand Navy
05.1998 - 01.2001
  • Led troubleshooting and network optimization in multi-LAN organisation,
  • Provided technical support and customer service.
  • Managed software updates and hardware configuration.

Electronic Technician (8 Years)

Royal New Zealand Navy
05.1990 - 05.1998
  • Repaired, tested and maintained electronic systems and components.
  • Prevented and solved technical issues for optimal performance.
  • Handled diverse tasks in electronics and network support.

Maritime Trade Officer (17 Years 3 Months)

Royal New Zealand Navy Reserve
02.2007 - Current
  • As Maritime Trade Operations officer, liaised with vessels, shipping companies and agents.
  • Analyzed and improved operational performance.
  • Mentored junior staff.
  • Coordinated communication and visits with stakeholders and VIPs.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Management -

Otago Polytechnic
08.2025

New Zealand Diploma in Business - Level 6 -

Southern Institute of Technology
11.2023

New Zealand Diploma in Business - Level 5 -

CornerStone Education Ltd
05.2021

Lead Leaders training and workshops -

RNZN Leadership And Development Group

National Certificate in Adult Education And Training -

Framework Solutions Ltd

Certificate in Te Ara Reo Māori -

Te Wānanga O Aotearoa

New Zealand Certificate of Engineering -

Royal New Zealand Naval College

Skills

  • Infrastructure architecture
  • Information Security
  • Infrastructure Operations
  • Team Leadership
  • Budgeting
  • Business Alignment
  • Innovation and Improvement
  • Backup Products
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Explain Technical Concepts

Accomplishments

  • Recruited and managed a technical team, growing the technical staff from two to nine in eight years.
  • Designed and implemented systems and procedures to ensure the smooth operation of the organisation and the delivery of high-quality services to customers.
  • Established standard operating procedures for all the organisation's operational processes, products and services, and monitored their compliance and effectiveness.
  • Generated and analysed reports on the technical team's productivity and outputs and overall operational output.
  • Developed and led a comprehensive technical training framework.
  • Served as the project owner for all technical projects in the organisation, overseeing their planning, execution and evaluation.
  • Developed an internship program to provide a pathway into the industry and potential employment for talented candidates.
  • Created a full internship schedule that included induction, business tools and techniques training, and operational tasks.

Timeline

Technical Team Manager (8 Years 9 Months)

Stratus Blue
08.2015 - 05.2024

IT Tutor (4 Years 4 Months)

Avonmore Tertiary Institute
03.2011 - 07.2015

Owner/Manager (2 Years 4 Months)

Concerto Networks
11.2008 - 03.2011

Maritime Trade Officer (17 Years 3 Months)

Royal New Zealand Navy Reserve
02.2007 - Current

Systems Engineer (7 Years 10 Months)

Gen-i
01.2001 - 11.2008

Information Systems Technician (2 Years 6 Months)

Royal New Zealand Navy
05.1998 - 01.2001

Electronic Technician (8 Years)

Royal New Zealand Navy
05.1990 - 05.1998

Bachelor of Applied Management -

Otago Polytechnic

New Zealand Diploma in Business - Level 6 -

Southern Institute of Technology

New Zealand Diploma in Business - Level 5 -

CornerStone Education Ltd

Lead Leaders training and workshops -

RNZN Leadership And Development Group

National Certificate in Adult Education And Training -

Framework Solutions Ltd

Certificate in Te Ara Reo Māori -

Te Wānanga O Aotearoa

New Zealand Certificate of Engineering -

Royal New Zealand Naval College

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Interests

Mountain biking, Home DIY and nature walks

Graeme Frost