John Cook

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About John Cook

My name is John Cook and I am a goals-driven IT executive with track record of success spearheading staff/teams by determining organizational needs, providing training opportunities, and building positive working atmosphere. What makes me stand out is my extensive experience in design, installation, migration, and administration of servers, microcomputers, mainframes, including IBM, Dell, HP, and Microsoft with keen focus on maximizing security and integrity of data/systems. Furthermore, I have a credible history of success in developing, deploying, and managing computers, networks, systems, and applications to improve security and data services. In addition to the above, I am a forward-thinking and highly dedicated professional complemented by exceptional analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, management, negotiations, and customer service skills. A few key career achievements • Directed application development teams, ensuring timely completion of applications. • Strengthened security for infrastructure, data, endpoints and user behavior through innovative solutions, AI and awareness training. • Designed customized database applications for customers in SQL, Oracle and MySQL environments. • Spearheaded agile teams of managers, engineers, analysts, vendors and consultants. • In-depth knowledge of all areas of Information Technology. • Led business and technology innovations, that fulfilled business needs, slashed costs and optimized productivity. • Migrated on-site Active Directory to Azure/InTune, which led to enhancement in security and endpoint management. Areas of Expertise • Security Design/Management • Web Design & Development • Application/Web Technologies Migrations • Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity • Database Analysis & Design • IT Resource Management While others take pride in meeting all standards set before them: my passion is for delivering service that goes beyond organizational expectations, creating a win-win scenario for everyone involved.