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Robert John Smyton

Allschwil

Summary

Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving and abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Polished in evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Infrastructure Endpoint Manager

Avolta
Basel
03.2017 - Current
  • Global Infrastructure Endpoint Service Delivery Manager based out of Basel Switzerland responsible for delivery of Infrastructure Endpoint Technologies to 60+ countries. Management of multiple Offshore resources to ensure the delivery of technical support for all countries. The ongoing support and development of country local IT to ensure global adoption of new technologies. Responsible for the Global delivery of technical support at both standard and senior management level as part of daily business as usual.
    Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager Current Branch.
    Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
    Microsoft Configuration Endpoint Manager.
    Microsoft M365 Administration
    Microsoft Teams
    Microsoft OneDrive
    Microsoft SharePoint Online
    Microsoft Exchange Online
    Microsoft Azure Administration
    Microsoft Intune.
    Azure Virtual Desktop
    Active Directory
    Azure Active Directory
    Mobile Device Management via Microsoft Intune.
    Microsoft Compliance Management using Microsoft Security Portals.
    DNS
    DHCP
    ADFS
    Microsoft Windows 10 & 11
    Server 2016, 2019, 2022

Senior Infrastructure Analyst

WDFG.com
Egham
12.2013 - 03.2017

Senior member of the technical team delivering both onsite and remote support for all the major airports in the UK to all levels of users within the business to ensure business continuity. Led the deployment and maintenance of multiple technologies across multiple platforms such as:

Exchange 2003/2010/2013 administration
DHCP,DNS Support
VMware Support
Hyper-v
Citrix Support 4.5/6.5/7.6
3rd Line Active Directory Administration
Federated services design & support
1st 2nd 3rd line desktop support
MDT Image Design on 2010/2012/2013 platform
Image deployment using MDT
SCCM 2012R2 Administration
USMT administration
Group policy administration
Infrastructure design
BES support
Server 2003/2008/R2/2012/R2 support
Windows 10/8/ 7/XP support
WSUS administrator
Office 2003/2007/2010/2013support
Thin client configuration
Network administration
Microsoft Assessment and Planning Tool administration
Microsoft Application Comparability Tool administration
Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack Administration

Infrastructure Analyst (Contract)

Autogrill UK
Egham
10.2010 - 12.2013
  • Brought in as a contractor to help develop and deliver the latest technologies to the business. Performed both onsite and remote support for 1st,2nd & 3rd line technical requirements. Support for the following technologies.
  • DHCP,DNS Support
    VMware Support
    Citrix Support
    3rd Line Active Directory Administration
    1st 2nd 3rd line desktop support
    MDT Image Design
    Image deployment using MDT
    Group policy administration
    Infrastructure design
    BES support
    Server 2003/2008/R2 support
    Windows 7/XP support
    Office 2003/2007/2010 support
    Thin client configuration
    Network administration
    Exchange 2003 administration
    Microsoft Assessment and Planning Tool administration
    Microsoft Application Compatibility Tool administration
    Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack Administration

Skills

  • Infrastructure Management: Delivering endpoint technologies globally to over 60 countries
  • Offshore Team Management: Managing multiple offshore resources for technical support delivery
  • IT Support & Development: Ensuring the support and global adoption of new technologies in local IT infrastructures
  • Technical Support Delivery: Providing global technical support at standard and senior management levels

Technical Proficiencies:

  • Endpoint Management: Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager Current Branch, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, Microsoft Configuration Endpoint Manager
  • Microsoft 365 Suite: Administration of Microsoft M365, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online
  • Azure Services: Microsoft Azure Administration, Azure Virtual Desktop, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory
  • Device Management: Mobile Device Management via Microsoft Intune
  • Compliance & Security: Microsoft Compliance Management using Microsoft Security Portals
  • Network Services: DNS, DHCP, ADFS
  • Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows 10 & 11, Server 2016, 2019, 2022

These skills reflect a comprehensive expertise in managing and delivering Microsoft-based IT infrastructure and services, with a focus on global support, team management, and the adoption of new technologies

Personal Development

Take pride in continuously developing both technically and personally and using that knowledge to assist others with less experience.

Timeline

Global Infrastructure Endpoint Manager

Avolta
03.2017 - Current

Senior Infrastructure Analyst

WDFG.com
12.2013 - 03.2017

Infrastructure Analyst (Contract)

Autogrill UK
10.2010 - 12.2013
Robert John Smyton