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I'm Blake Mitchell, an accomplished IT leader with over a decade of experience in managing and optimizing technology solutions. My journey in Information Technology is fueled by a passion for innovation, a commitment to excellence, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge.With a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Jacksonville State University and a VCP6-DCV certification, I've developed a strong foundation in both theory and practical skills. Throughout my career, I've consistently delivered exceptional results and have a track record of driving efficiency and empowering teams.In my current role as Manager of Corporate IT Services at McLeod Software, I oversee a dynamic team responsible for IT infrastructure and service desk operations. I've successfully managed inventory and capacity for significant employee growth, continuously improved IT processes, and executed the numerous projects.One of my key strengths is cybersecurity. I've been involved in critical security initiatives, working with solutions like Crowdstrike, Tenable, and KnowBe4. My commitment to security extends to active memberships in Information Systems Security Association and Infragard.I'm also passionate about staying ahead of technology trends. My expertise covers areas such as cloud services (Office 365, Azure), virtualization (VMware vSphere & vSAN), systems administration (Intune, Group Policy), and more. I've successfully migrated IT service management platforms and planned and executed hardware and software upgrades.Beyond my employment, I'm member of professional networks, including VMware Users Group and Tech Birmingham. I believe in continuous learning and growth, which I pursue through ongoing self education, reading, & networking.I thrive on challenges and am a problem solver by nature. I excel in analyzing complex situations, breaking them down into manageable parts, and finding innovative solutions. My leadership style is characterized by fostering collaboration, encouraging innovation, and driving team success.

Listed skills include Troubleshooting, Windows Server, Computer Hardware, Microsoft Sql Server, and 42 others.