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Joseph Stone

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L3/L4 Infrastructure Tech Lead at Bigfoot Networks Ltd. Specialising in complex networking, server infrastructure, cloud systems, and large-scale project delivery across the UK.

Who I Am

Experienced Infrastructure Tech Lead with a strong background in delivering complex IT infrastructure projects and L3/L4 service desk support. Based in North East England, working across networking, server migrations, cloud platforms, and security.

Proven track record staging and deploying infrastructure across international locations with minimal downtime. Degree qualified in Digital Technology Solutions with a focus on Network Engineering.

Currently deepening cloud expertise with AZ-104 (Azure Administrator Associate) certification in progress, targeting Azure Solutions Architect and CCNA beyond that.

7+
Years at Bigfoot
L3/L4
Support Level
UK+
Project Reach
ISO
27001 Certified Org

Technical Skills

Networking
TCP/IP VLANs Routing Switching VPN DHCP/DNS Firewalls Wi-Fi
Cloud & Microsoft
Azure Microsoft 365 Intune Azure AD Exchange SharePoint Teams
Infrastructure
Windows Server Active Directory Group Policy Hyper-V Backup/DR Server Migration
Hardware & Vendors
Ubiquiti UniFi Cisco Meraki Cisco DrayTek MikroTik
Tools & Platforms
Syncro RMM PowerShell Defender Cyber Essentials CCTV/IP Telephony

Employment History

Jul 2024 — Present
Infrastructure Tech Lead
Bigfoot Networks Ltd · Gateshead, UK

L3/L4 technical lead responsible for complex infrastructure projects, escalated service desk tickets, and large-scale client deployments across the UK and internationally.

  • Lead engineer on network refreshes, server migrations, and infrastructure deployments
  • Delivered international infrastructure projects across London, Paris, Luxembourg, Zurich, Madrid, and Stockholm — staging, shipping, and on-site setup with minimal downtime
  • Managed Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, and Active Directory environments for SME clients
  • Conducted penetration testing engagements and security assessments
  • Handled L3/L4 escalations from the service desk team
  • Maintained ISO 27001 compliance processes and contributed to internal audits
  • Automated recurring tasks using PowerShell and RMM scripting
Sep 2018 — Aug 2024
IT Technician
Bigfoot Networks Ltd · Gateshead, UK

L2/L3 service desk technician handling a broad range of client IT support, on-site visits, and infrastructure work across networking, hardware, and Microsoft platforms.

  • Resolved L2/L3 support tickets across networking, software, and hardware
  • Deployed and configured networking equipment, servers, and workstations on client sites
  • Supported Microsoft 365 and Active Directory environments for SME clients
  • Assisted on infrastructure projects and escalated complex issues to senior engineers

Education & Certifications

BSc Digital Technology Solutions (Network Engineering)
University of Roehampton · Dec 2019 – Feb 2024 · 2:1
Degree
Computer Science
Whickham School & Sports College · 2011 – 2019
Secondary
AZ-104 Azure Administrator — In Progress
Cyber Essentials Plus (org)
ISO 27001 (org)
AZ-305 — Planned
CCNA — Planned

Get In Touch

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Open to opportunities