As a technically astute, extremely conscientious and practiced IT Professional, I have 20 years’ experience supporting and managing small to large-scale IT projects. This includes a lengthy career with Capita Asset Services in London, where I progressed from server and application support role through to Infrastructure and IT Support.My experience includes running server and storage infrastructure, supporting hardware and network systems, server installations, backup and recovery, disaster recovery and data replication. I am confident managing both physical and virtual sites, including supervising colleagues and providing technical assistance to project team members. With analytical thinking, I enjoy troubleshooting 3rd line issues and create plans for future development to maximise system abilities, minimise incidents and improve overall service delivery. I am extremely flexible and adaptable to provide 24/7 on call 3rd line support, either a contract or permanent basis. My IT credentials include ITIL Foundation v3, VMware Certified Professional v3 and v4, training in SharePoint Administration Microsoft Azure Cloud Administration. I have a diverse array of IT knowledge, including Windows, Active Directory, Hyper V, Oracle, Citrix, PowerShell, Business Objects, HP and various others. I welcome any further training to support my professional development and can easily learn new technologies and tools.
Self Employed
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It ContractorSelf Employed May 2017 - PresentLondon, United Kingdom• Securing and completing 3rd line support contracts with a diverse range of clients• Conducting root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues across IT software and infrastructure• Building and configuring complex servers and networks with active involvement in network design• Assisting in analysing business processes and implementing new systems to improve efficiency
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Infrastructure & It Project SupportCapita Asset Services Jan 2012 - Apr 2017London• Utilising ITIL processes and Prince2 methodology for end-to-end project lifecycle management• Actively supporting approximately 5000 users across all departments within Capita• Utilising best practice and documenting lessons learned for successful future IT projects• Facilitating access to systems and infrastructure for business end-users, leaders and clients• Mentoring junior project team members to develop skills in agile project management• Supporting stakeholder management, including authorising project change requests• Contributing to stakeholder decision making at weekly change management meetings• Deputising for the Line Manager during absence in a supervisory and team leadership role• Managing infrastructure solutions such as backups, data recovery and cyber security• Overseeing data migration, disaster recovery, cloud solutions and SFTP data transfer• Developing complex web-based financial applications and providing ongoing BAU support• Managing data recovery and site replication projects, learning from successful projects • Writing and producing documentation and training manuals for system support guidance• Consistently delivering IT infrastructure projects to UAT stage and maintaining agile environments• Facilitating a critical 24/7 on-call service to meet cross-functional business demands • Successful management of IT site power downs and coordinating all IT site moves with precision -
Server & Application SupportCapita Asset Services Jul 2007 - Jan 2012London• Administering and reviewing server operating systems and infrastructure to implement changes• Supporting system, virtualisation and FTP processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency • Creating and managing efficient back-up systems whilst managing Windows Active Directory• Managing server application products such as Microsoft Exchange, Citrix and PowerShell• Participating directly in IT projects using extensive key skills such as agile methodologies• Building physical and virtual servers using a diverse IT tools and complex technologies -
3Rd Line Server SupportCapita It Resourcing Mar 2003 - Jul 2007London• Delivering 3rd line support for Windows, NetWare and Exchange servers• Supporting telephone systems, VOIP, server applications and user desktop applications• Working autonomously across several sites to support hardware and software• Managing sites either remotely or through site visits using best practice• Acting as subject matter expert (SME) to resolve any escalated or complex issues -
2Nd/3Rd Line SupportChurchill Insurance Jul 2002 - Mar 2003 -
Desktop SupportBourne Leisure Ltd Jul 2001 - Jul 2002 -
European It SupportElectronic Theatre Controls Jul 1999 - Jul 2001
Patrick Boyd Skills
Patrick Boyd Education Details
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Btec Diploma In Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic Engineering -
City & Guilds Electrical Servicing Parts 1 & 2 -
Hnc In Electronic Engineering -
Malory School5 Gcses (Including Maths & English)
Frequently Asked Questions about Patrick Boyd
What company does Patrick Boyd work for?
Patrick Boyd works for Self Employed
What is Patrick Boyd's role at the current company?
Patrick Boyd's current role is 3rd Line IT Infrastructure Engineer / VMware Certified / IT Project Support / Prince2 Practitioner / ITIL Qualified.
What schools did Patrick Boyd attend?
Patrick Boyd attended Croydon College, Croydon College, Croydon College, Malory School.
What skills is Patrick Boyd known for?
Patrick Boyd has skills like Ftp Software, Itil Certified, Sharepoint Administration, Stakeholder Management, 3rd Line Support, It Project Lifecycle, Citrix, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Sql Server, Data Recovery, Business Objects, Powershell.
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