Joshua Davies

IT Graduate | First Line Support | IT & Security Operations | M365 & Entra ID

Whitehill, England, United Kingdom

About

I’m an IT Support Professional with a BSc in Computing & IT and experience supporting users within an MSP environment. Within my role at Bleckfield Limited as First Line Support I work primarily with Microsoft 365, user account administration and day-to-day technical issues as well as occasional networking problems. I enjoy the challenge of learning new technologies and troubleshooting complex issues. My time at Bleckfield has taught me about the importance of a “Security First” approach to IT infrastructure ensuring that systems are secure and resilient to threats. Key Highlights: · Supported onboarding and offboarding processes, including user setup, permissions and access for SharePoint, email, and user accounts. · Working with Entra ID and Intune to manage user devices, MFA and ensure compliance. · Contributed to improving Microsoft Secure Score with TSC along with access control changes. · Proficient with NinjaOne, Splashtop and HaloPSA for remote support, monitoring and ticket management respectively. · Assisted with occasional networking issues regarding VPNs, DNS issues and general connectivity issues via Ethernet or Wi-Fi. · Advising and supporting with provisioning of new equipment for users. I’m looking to continue building my skills in IT support, infrastructure, and security.

Experience

  • IT Support Helpdesk Analyst at BLECKFIELD LIMITED
    Sep 2025 - May 2026 · 9 mos

    IT Support Helpdesk Analyst — Bleckfield Limited Full-time · Sep 2025 – Present · Remote (Leatherhead) Delivering technical support and infrastructure management within a fast-paced MSP environment, supporting a diverse client base including healthcare and SME organisations across Microsoft 365, device management, and security operations. • User lifecycle management: Own the end-to-end onboarding and offboarding process, managing hardware provisioning, Entra ID account creation, and Intune device enrolment to ensure day-one productivity for new hires. • Cloud administration: Manage Microsoft 365 Admin Centre and Entra ID, overseeing global address lists, group permissions, and secure SharePoint/OneDrive environments. • Endpoint management: Utilise Intune (MDM) and NinjaOne RMM to monitor device health across a hybrid Windows and macOS fleet, ensuring all endpoints meet compliance and security baselines. • Automation: Developed Python and Bash scripts to automate routine system health checks and software deployments, reducing manual ticket volume. • Incident management: Manage the full lifecycle of technical incidents via HaloPSA, translating complex issues into clear resolutions for non-technical users. • Remote operations: Provide Tier 1 remote support using Splashtop to resolve OS-level conflicts and connectivity issues across distributed client teams.

  • Digital Printer and Finisher at Colourgraphic Arts
    Nov 2024 - Sep 2025 · 11 mos

    Digital Printer & Finisher — Colourgraphic Arts Full-time · Nov 2024 – Sep 2025 · On-site, Farnham Production role within a print environment, with additional responsibility for IT and network support across on-site systems. • Maintained SSL configuration and general upkeep of the company website. • Managed network connectivity between digital print systems and workstations, ensuring secure and reliable file sharing across the production floor. • Troubleshot hardware, software, and network connectivity issues across Windows and macOS devices. • Supported end-user device queries and day-to-day technical issues on-site. • Operated and optimised print jobs using Fiery RIP software, managing end-to-end production workflows.

  • IT Infrastructure & Security Technician at The Security Consultancy
    Jul 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    IT Infrastructure & Security Technician — The Security Consultancy Part-time · Jul 2023 – Sep 2025 · On-site, Hampshire Internal technical lead for infrastructure, security, and M365 administration within a high-compliance environment, responsible for security hardening, automation, and day-to-day systems support. • Security hardening: Achieved a 95% Microsoft Secure Score by auditing existing vulnerabilities and deploying MFA, RBAC, and Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP) controls across the M365/Entra ID environment. • M365 administration: Managed Entra ID security groups, conditional access policies, and Exchange Online configuration to mitigate unauthorised access risks. • Automation: Developed Python scripts to automate infrastructure health checks and security auditing tasks, improving operational efficiency. • Systems support: Provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 support across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments, resolving hardware and software issues for a security-focused workforce. • Hardware lifecycle: Managed procurement and configuration of professional workstations, ensuring stable performance for business-critical applications.

  • Student at University of Surrey
    Sep 2019 - Jun 2023 · 3 yrs 10 mos

    Full time student studying Computing and IT at Surrey University