Paul Cookman
Chief Information Officer at Tialis Essential IT- Claim this Profile
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Alex Waterton
Having known Paul for a good few years, his excellent expertise in the area of IT and Technology makes him stand out from the crowd. Constantly updating his skill-sets by undertaking and passing relevant and more importantly, current Certifications and Qualifications to keep up with the ever expanding developments in technology. Paul's friendly and approachable manner makes Paul an ideal team candidate to support and work with staff at all levels. I have no hesitation in recommending that should anyone or any organisation require his services or expertise then they should immediately contact Paul for a 1st rate service. A pleasure to be connected Paul and long may we build on our business association for many years to come.
LinkedIn User
Paul is a rarity in the world of IT; he is skilled to an expert level in many IT disciplines – comms, virtualisation, backup and recovery, Exchange, Active Directory, Citrix, Terminal Services, and the list is unending. Paul is also a very genuine and approachable gentleman, who is a priceless asset to Selection – with his tremendous work ethic, highly responsible nature (he has overall responsibility for Selection's core business applications – Remedy ITSM and Exchange), unrelenting perseverance to solving any complex problem, passion for all things IT, and deeply caring attitude regards any problem that is brought to him whether it is big or small. He really is too good, as people gravitate to him as the preferred port of call for any and every IT problem they have, as they know they will get good, honest, professional and efficient service.
Alex Waterton
Having known Paul for a good few years, his excellent expertise in the area of IT and Technology makes him stand out from the crowd. Constantly updating his skill-sets by undertaking and passing relevant and more importantly, current Certifications and Qualifications to keep up with the ever expanding developments in technology. Paul's friendly and approachable manner makes Paul an ideal team candidate to support and work with staff at all levels. I have no hesitation in recommending that should anyone or any organisation require his services or expertise then they should immediately contact Paul for a 1st rate service. A pleasure to be connected Paul and long may we build on our business association for many years to come.
LinkedIn User
Paul is a rarity in the world of IT; he is skilled to an expert level in many IT disciplines – comms, virtualisation, backup and recovery, Exchange, Active Directory, Citrix, Terminal Services, and the list is unending. Paul is also a very genuine and approachable gentleman, who is a priceless asset to Selection – with his tremendous work ethic, highly responsible nature (he has overall responsibility for Selection's core business applications – Remedy ITSM and Exchange), unrelenting perseverance to solving any complex problem, passion for all things IT, and deeply caring attitude regards any problem that is brought to him whether it is big or small. He really is too good, as people gravitate to him as the preferred port of call for any and every IT problem they have, as they know they will get good, honest, professional and efficient service.
Alex Waterton
Having known Paul for a good few years, his excellent expertise in the area of IT and Technology makes him stand out from the crowd. Constantly updating his skill-sets by undertaking and passing relevant and more importantly, current Certifications and Qualifications to keep up with the ever expanding developments in technology. Paul's friendly and approachable manner makes Paul an ideal team candidate to support and work with staff at all levels. I have no hesitation in recommending that should anyone or any organisation require his services or expertise then they should immediately contact Paul for a 1st rate service. A pleasure to be connected Paul and long may we build on our business association for many years to come.
LinkedIn User
Paul is a rarity in the world of IT; he is skilled to an expert level in many IT disciplines – comms, virtualisation, backup and recovery, Exchange, Active Directory, Citrix, Terminal Services, and the list is unending. Paul is also a very genuine and approachable gentleman, who is a priceless asset to Selection – with his tremendous work ethic, highly responsible nature (he has overall responsibility for Selection's core business applications – Remedy ITSM and Exchange), unrelenting perseverance to solving any complex problem, passion for all things IT, and deeply caring attitude regards any problem that is brought to him whether it is big or small. He really is too good, as people gravitate to him as the preferred port of call for any and every IT problem they have, as they know they will get good, honest, professional and efficient service.
Alex Waterton
Having known Paul for a good few years, his excellent expertise in the area of IT and Technology makes him stand out from the crowd. Constantly updating his skill-sets by undertaking and passing relevant and more importantly, current Certifications and Qualifications to keep up with the ever expanding developments in technology. Paul's friendly and approachable manner makes Paul an ideal team candidate to support and work with staff at all levels. I have no hesitation in recommending that should anyone or any organisation require his services or expertise then they should immediately contact Paul for a 1st rate service. A pleasure to be connected Paul and long may we build on our business association for many years to come.
LinkedIn User
Paul is a rarity in the world of IT; he is skilled to an expert level in many IT disciplines – comms, virtualisation, backup and recovery, Exchange, Active Directory, Citrix, Terminal Services, and the list is unending. Paul is also a very genuine and approachable gentleman, who is a priceless asset to Selection – with his tremendous work ethic, highly responsible nature (he has overall responsibility for Selection's core business applications – Remedy ITSM and Exchange), unrelenting perseverance to solving any complex problem, passion for all things IT, and deeply caring attitude regards any problem that is brought to him whether it is big or small. He really is too good, as people gravitate to him as the preferred port of call for any and every IT problem they have, as they know they will get good, honest, professional and efficient service.
Credentials
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Amazon Web Services (AWS)Apr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
MicrosoftJun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
MicrosoftOct, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Productivity — Certified 2019
MicrosoftMay, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
VMWare Certified Professional 6.5 2019
VMwareMar, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure — Certified 2018
MicrosoftJul, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Productivity — Certified 2018
MicrosoftJul, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Institute of Leadership and Management level 3
ilmApr, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure — Certified 2017
MicrosoftNov, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Productivity 2017
MicrosoftNov, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure — Certified 2016
MicrosoftSep, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE Messaging 2016
MicrosoftAug, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Communication 2016
MicrosoftApr, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Productivity — Certified 2016
MicrosoftJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
VMware Certified Professional 6 – Data Center Virtualization
VMwareDec, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
VCAP-DCA (VMware Certified Advanced Professional) THE VMWARE LAB
VMwareDec, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional
MicrosoftNov, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional
MicrosoftNov, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
MCSA: Windows Server 2012
MicrosoftNov, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization
MicrosoftOct, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
ITIL Foundation
ITIL CertifiedMay, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional + Security)
CiscoApr, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
MCSA: Windows Server 2008
MicrosoftApr, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
MCSA: Windows Server 2008
MicrosoftApr, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
VCP 5.0 Vsphere (VMware Certified Professional)
VMwareNov, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Veeam Technical Sales Profesional
VMwareJun, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator on Exchange 2010
MicrosoftAug, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuration
MicrosoftJul, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007, Configuration
MicrosoftApr, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2007, Configuration
MicrosoftDec, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
VCP 4.0 Vsphere (VMware Certified Professional)
VMwareDec, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
MCITP: Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server 2008
MicrosoftSep, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista, Configuration
MicrosoftJul, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuration
MicrosoftJun, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuration
MicrosoftJun, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuration
MicrosoftJun, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
VCP 3.5 (VMware Certified Professional)
VMwareJan, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional)
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CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
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MCSA1: Security on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftJan, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: Security on Windows 2000
MicrosoftJan, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: Security on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftJan, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: Messaging on Windows 2000
MicrosoftDec, 2006- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: Messaging on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftDec, 2006- Nov, 2024 -
CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
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MCSE1: Windows 2000
MicrosoftDec, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftDec, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
MCSA1: Messaging on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftAug, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
MCSA1: Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftJun, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: NT 3.51 + Internet
MicrosoftJul, 2000- Nov, 2024 -
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional + Internet
MicrosoftJun, 1999- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE1: Windows NT 4.0
MicrosoftJun, 1999- Nov, 2024 -
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional
MicrosoftNov, 1998- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Messaging
MicrosoftJul, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
MCSE: Server Infrastructure
MicrosoftApr, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Information Technology Microcomputers- Levels 1,2 and 3 Installation and Maintenance
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MCSE: Productivity 2017
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Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Communication
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VCP 6.0 Vsphere (VMware Certified Professional)
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Xenapp 6
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Xendesktop 5
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Experience
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Tialis Essential IT
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United Kingdom
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Information Officer
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Aug 1997 - Present
AWS Solutions Architect Associate Azure Solutions Architect Expert Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert VMWARE VCAP-DCA (VMware Certified Advanced Professional "The VSphere Lab") CCNP R&S & Security Institute of Leadership and Management level 3 MICROSOFT 5 current MCSEs current (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) VCP in -3.5, 4, 5, 6 & 6.5 (VMware Certified Professional) MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) in Cloud Platform and Infrastructure MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) in Microsoft Exchange MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) in Server Infrastructure MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) in Communications (Lync) MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) in Productivity MCITP Enterprise MCITP Exchange MCSE 2000 & 2003 MCSE + Internet NT 3.51 & 4 MCSE + Security MCSA 2012 Cisco 2 CCNPs current CCNP (Cisco Certified Networking Professional) in Routing & Switching CCNP (Cisco Certified Networking Professional) in Security CCSP ITIL Foundation Office 365 Integration Customer Service trained Security Cleared Implement, Upgrade and support I have worked in IT since 1995 and during that time I have seen and solved many problems. I have never taken a day’s sick leave. I am loyal, honest, hard working, dependable and have always been available 24/7. I am security cleared and have a wide experience of Microsoft and VMware technologies. I am a very hands on IT manager who implements, upgrades and supports all of the internal focused systems and I run an efficient team comprising of a systems team, Cloud team and a support desk. I began my career originally as a field engineer and then became a customer focused onsite IT Manager. I have seen IT evolve dramatically over the last 20 years and look forward to what will be the next technology . My skill sets lie in VSphere, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Lync/Teams & 365 Integration's, Azure, AWS, management and support.
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First Title Insurance plc
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United Kingdom
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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IT Infrastructure Manager
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2001 - 2008
Consolidation of Domains, upgraded from NT to Active Directory, Exchange 5.5 to 2003, Managed VPNs, MPLS, Pix Firewalls, Blackberry, all internal systems, BCP. Consolidation of Domains, upgraded from NT to Active Directory, Exchange 5.5 to 2003, Managed VPNs, MPLS, Pix Firewalls, Blackberry, all internal systems, BCP.
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Denton Wilde Sapte
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London, United Kingdom
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Senior Network Engineer
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1998 - 2001
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Production Manager
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1990 - Aug 1997
Production Manager for Pneumatic Engineering at Anchor Tackle. Production Manager for Pneumatic Engineering at Anchor Tackle.
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Education
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Clarks College
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Berisford House