Andrew Longbottom

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ABOUT ANDREW LONGBOTTOM

A dedicated, experienced, and proactive technology leader with a strong track record of guiding high-performing teams to deliver strategic IT initiatives, streamlining IT operations and driving strategic initiatives that align with business objectives. Comprehensive expertise across the Microsoft technology stack, having successfully overseen migrations, delivered cost-reduction programs and managed substantial budgets to achieve operational excellence.With a proactive approach to cyber security to ensure robust protection for the organisation while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Passionate about staying ahead of the latest technology trends to deliver best-in-class IT services that support and advance the business goals.Key achievements and highlights include:• Cost Optimisation: Reduced technology spend by over per annum through contract rationalisation, service consolidation, and Azure cost optimisation • Team Restructuring and Leadership: Reorganised the IT team to improve internal escalation processes, reduce pressure, and empower team members through targeted training• Mentorship and Performance Management: Provided coaching and structured performance improvement plans to support team development and accountability • Operational Excellence: Delivered seamless migrations of various systems, enhancing service delivery and user experience • Project Delivery: Ensured timely and high-quality project execution with projects delivered punctually, on budget and without the need for follow-up • Cyber Security and IAM: Led initiatives around a new security information and event management (SIEM) integration and role-based identity and access management (IAM), improving security posture and operational control I’m always keen to connect with like-minded professionals and explore how we can harness technology to drive business success.