Simon Haynes Email & Phone Number

Swindon, Gb

As the Director of IT and Communications, I oversee and lead the strategic direction of our organization's technological infrastructure and communication initiatives. My responsibilities encompass managing the implementation and maintenance of robust IT systems, ensuring seamless connectivity, data security, and efficient information flow across the organization.Additionally, I play a pivotal role in developing and executing communication strategies that align with the organization's goals. This includes internal communications to foster a cohesive and informed workforce, as well as external communications to enhance our public image and stakeholder engagement.In collaboration with cross-functional teams, I am responsible for evaluating emerging technologies, recommending innovations, and implementing solutions that enhance operational efficiency and productivity. Through effective leadership and collaboration, I strive to position the organization at the forefront of technological advancements while maintaining clear and impactful communication channels.I also manage the Marketing and Admissions Teams.

Swindon, Gb

Strategic IT Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership for the IT department, aligning technology initiatives with the organisation's overall goals and objectives. Develop and execute long-term IT strategies, ensuring that technology solutions support business growth and drive operational efficiency.IT Infrastructure Management: Oversee the management and optimisation of the organisation's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, hardware, software, and telecommunications systems. Ensure the smooth operation, availability, and scalability of IT resources to support business operations and user requirements.Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Set clear expectations, define roles and responsibilities, and provide guidance and support to team members. Encourage professional growth and development, promote knowledge sharing, and build a cohesive and motivated IT team.Budget Management: Develop and manage IT budgets. Prioritise investments in technology and infrastructure based on Teaching and Learning needs and ROI considerations.Cyber Security and Data Protection: Establish and maintain robust cyber security measures and information protection strategies. Implement and enforce security policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard sensitive data, systems, and networks. Stay updated on the latest cyber threats and industry best practices, conducting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.

Swindon, Gb

I am responsible for the effective delivery of IT across our Swindon, Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire sites.A brief overview of my duties include;Azure Management and SecurityOffice 365 Management of Users, Groups and associated ApplicationsService Desk ManagementSecurity and Compliance of UsersVMware and Hyper V ManagementActive Directory and Group Policy Sophos UTM configuration and managementFortinet Firewall ManagementDarkTrace monitoring and reporting OS/Patch deploymentTeam managementInfrastructure deployment and designMicrosoft Teams and Planner DeploymentGDPR

Swindon, Gb

A temporary IT partnership between numerous schools within the local area of Swindon to ensure the best possible pricing and service.Migration of schools away from the Local Authority services.

Cupertino, California, Us

During my time at Goddard Park I also ran an Apple Regional Training Centre.I was responsible for creating and delivering bespoke Apple solutions training to schools, colleges and universities. Achieved 100% positive feedback on courses ran.

A brief overview of my dutiesResponsible for all IT systems, budgets and staffDesign, support and manage Esxi environmentSupport OSX for end usersSupport iOS devices via Meraki MDMCreate Tender documentation Manage both building and IT projectsCIF bidding to a value of 400K, completed a multitude of projects including a new classroom block, replacement roof, new boiler house and drainage refresh.Train staff Develop in house app, intranet and reporting system

The Annual Primary Innovation Conference (TAPIC) was a successful educational based conference run for three years at the Blunsdon House Hotel, it was run by myself and a couple of professional colleagues.My role was to ensure support of the technology used functioned as required, to support the speakers and delegates with any technical issues.

Key duties of my role were;Manage a network with a Aruba/HP backbone, support a network of 1600 users across multiple sites.During this role I successfully migrated from physical servers to a fully virtualised environment.Migration away from RM CC3 MSP to a vanilla environmentDeveloped and implemented IT policies and procedures to ensure efficient and secure IT infrastructureCarried out capacity planning, risk management, budgeting and system security processesResponsible for IT budget and spendProduced detailed reports for management and other stakeholdersAlcatel Lucent applianceManage HP SwitchesManage Aruba controllers and APsDell SAN management

Work as part of the Network team to provide support across multiple sitesManage helpdesk callsProvide first and second line supportPackage Windows and Mac softwareManage exchange 2003Deploy switchesDesign and deploy virtual servers

Design, develop, build and deploy mixed networksSupport VOIP systemAdminister linux databasesDeploy and maintain centralised print solutionsLiase with suppliers and manage budgetsTender and bid for small, medium and large scale It and buildings projectsDevelop and manage effective relationships with supply partners to deliver excellent customer

Support a wide variety of different operating systemsSupport company databases

Swindon, Gb

Completing a number of contractor roles ranging from 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support

Networking And Data Comms, It

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