Michael Hatton Email & Phone Number

Cairns, Qld, Au

Cairns, Australia

This position requires me to plan, develop, test, implement and maintain new and existing applications and IT systems. I manage ICT hardware, software and licenses and provide high level ICT technical expertise, advice, support and administration in accordance with departmental standards, policies, procedures and ITSM processesI supervise and manage staff in the effective delivery of ICT support and services by ensuring that staff: follow the designated ITSM processes, deliver the range of services outlined in service agreements and system management plans and maintain a current knowledge of local systems and processes.My position provides high level oral and written advice including technical reports regarding resource capacity, capability and planning, as well as manage the performance appraisal and development of fellow staff. I also assist management in the decision making process by preparing technical reports, specifications and trend analysis within the unit.I also establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with clients in coordinating the provision of quality information systems service delivery and assist in the delivery of ICT related projects as well as supporting quality human resource management practices.

• Infrastructure/Software management and procurement, Project management, Service agreements, Business continuity, Vendor negotiations• Backup and Virtual infrastructure Administration, Network Management & Access Control• PABX administration and management, I ensure that the ICT systems and services in the College are aligned with and service current and projected needs by providing a high level of technical expertise and services. Through this I ensure the effective and efficient operation of ICT infrastructure and software throughout the College. In addition, I anticipate and plan for the implementation of future ICT developments in accord with the College’s Strategic and Operational plans.

Faculty Of Science And Technology

As Project Manager in the Faculty of Science and Technology and reporting directly to the Director of Faculty this position had strategic and operational management of special projects, facilities and infrastructure utilised by the Faculty for its teaching and learning, research and administration activities. This role work in conjunction with Faculty specialist IT support services, scientific and PC laboratory support services and management of work areas for Faculty staff and research students. I also maintained operation of the Living Laboratory within the Faculty focusing on innovation and experimentation of new and emerging technologies.

Faculty Of Information Technology

• Infrastructure/Software management and procurement, Project management, Service agreements, Business continuity, Industry engagement, Vendor negotiations• Backup and SAN/NAS storage administration, Virtual infrastructure administration• Microsoft applications, Voice over IP, Blackberry, Network Access ControlI am directly responsible for the planning and deployment of a production environment as well as an environment used for the experimentation of new and emerging technologies. Collaboratively assess their applicability to the broader University and make implementation recommendations. I also work with and manage the systems engineers and client support officers that support same.

Faculty Of Information Technology

I provided leadership to a group of 6 staff to ensure that excellent client services are delivered, business objectives are achieved, and staff development and resourcing needs are met.Responsible for:• Installation, setup and administration of servers – Windows, Unix, Linux• Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, Project Server, LCS, SharePoint, SMS, MOM• Blackberry, VoIP, EMC Networker (Legato), Rembo, Symantec Ghost, Antivirus• Development and maintenance of the Faculty Standard Operating Environment.As leader of a support team, I was responsible for providing a high level of client services for a broad range of computing support activities. I co-ordinated the tactical and day to day installation and configuration of operating systems and applications such as those listed above. Prepare and maintain system documentation and operational procedures.

Information Technology Services

Faculty Of Information Technology

Faculty Of Information Technology

Certificate Iv, Project Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Information Technology

Studied part time and graduated in 2001. Majored in Data Communications

Diploma Of Applied Science, Computer Science