About - Mark Lockitt

Photo – Bagan, Myanmar, 2014

about me

In my world, the balance between professional growth and cherished family moments is key. I’m a devoted partner and parent, always thrilled to explore life with my two children and our trusty dog. Home renovations are my creative outlet, a way to blend modern comforts with history.

Beyond that, I’m a perpetual learner, embracing new skills and cutting-edge technologies, all while keeping my Azure Tenant and Microsoft 365 subscription at the ready for endless experimentation. My hobbies? From golf to snowboarding, I embrace adventure, but my most memorable journey was joining my daughter to 3D print over 4,000 face shields for frontline heroes when the world needed it most.

– Mark Lockitt

Catalyst for Team Success: Your Leadership Foundation

I’m not just someone who can lead a team; I am the catalyst that empowers individuals to excel together, creating a collaborative and results-driven work culture. My commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation make me an asset you can confidently build your team around. As a long standing IT Professional and Team Leader, I bring to the table a strong foundation of expertise and leadership qualities that can be the cornerstone of your team’s success. With a track record of high organization and efficiency, I thrive in dynamic environments, where precision and teamwork are paramount.

Microsoft Certified

I’m an IT professional with a wealth of experience in the tech world. With years of dedicated work in the field, I’ve honed my skills and knowledge to become a Microsoft Certified expert. My passion for technology and commitment to excellence drive me to continuously explore and implement innovative solutions.

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Versatile IT Professional: Microsoft, Network, and Management

I have a broad range of skills encompassing Microsoft 365 (including Entra, Intune, Endpoint, Microsoft AD, DHCP, DNS, GPO, WSUS), Microsoft Hyper-V, PowerShell, Microsoft Server, Microsoft SQL, and Windows, I bring a wealth of knowledge in IT infrastructure and systems. Additionally, I excel in areas such as anti-virus, backup & disaster recovery, network monitoring, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VPN, routers and switches. My expertise extends to domain management, e-mail campaigns, project management, SEO, teacher training, team management, touch typing, web design and development, making me a versatile professional with a diverse skill set.

Microsoft 365 & Office 365
Microsoft AD, DHCP, DNS, GPO, WSUS
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Hyper-V
Microsoft Powershell
Microsoft Server 2008, 2012, 2016 & 2019
Microsoft SQL (SSMS & Backups)
Microsoft Windows 10 & 11

Anti-Virus (Avast, Bitdefender, Sophos)
Backup & disaster recovery strategies
Backup & replication
Citrix XenApp
Network monitoring
Remote tools (ConnectWise, Teamviewer)
TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VPN
Routers & Switches
VMware ESXi

Domain management
E-mail campaigns & deliverability standards
Project management
SEO & creative landing pages
Teacher training
Team management & mentoring
Touch typing
Website manager (Cloudflare, cPanel, WHM)
WordPress website design & development

25+ Years

IT Experience

Microsoft Certified

Qualifications

Management

Leadership & Projects

Other Qualifications

As an IT professional with a rich history in the industry, I bring a unique blend of experience and expertise to the table. With a foundation rooted in qualifications like Microsoft 2000, I’ve witnessed the transformative evolution of technology. My journey has also included a rewarding stint as an educator, sharing my knowledge and insights with aspiring tech enthusiasts.

Edexcel BTEC Level 4

Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

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(70-210) Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
(70-215) Managing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
(70-218) Managing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network