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About

Trevor Leadley is a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience in hardware repair, systems administration, network engineering, custom software/hardware development, and cloud infrastructure migrations.

Raised in a small town in British Columbia, Trevor developed an early fascination with technology—starting with school computers and building his first IBM-compatible PC at age 15. This sparked a lifelong passion that shaped his career.

After high school, he initially worked in hospitality while pursuing IT opportunities. He completed a two-year technical vocational program and entered the lottery industry, where he repaired and serviced lottery ticket terminals and peripherals (including RS-232 diagnostics, custom tools, and field upgrades at NCR Canada Ltd.). His strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to deliver under tight deadlines quickly established him as a key contributor.

Over time, Trevor expanded into broader IT roles, including:

  • Designing and implementing custom open-source solutions (Linux-based tools, pfSense firewalls, Cacti monitoring enhancements)
  • Developing Windows applications (e.g., Visual Basic with Access databases for process automation)
  • Integrating third-party APIs and payment gateways (Moneris in Drupal environments)
  • Automating complex workflows (print cost recovery, ETL between print trackers and billing systems)
  • Leading major infrastructure projects (on-premise VMware/Active Directory migrations to Azure/M365, with seamless VM conversions and traffic rerouting)

Today, as an experienced IT Specialist and Administrator, Trevor excels at identifying inefficiencies in complex environments and delivering creative, cost-effective solutions that streamline operations, enhance security, and improve performance across hybrid/multi-cloud setups. He has deep expertise in:

  • Network design and security (VLAN segmentation, site-to-site VPNs, open-source gateways replacing proprietary Cisco solutions)
  • Cloud migrations and hybrid integration (lifting legacy client-server ERP systems to Azure while maintaining seamless access)
  • Open-source customization and contribution (pfSense deployments, Cacti plugin improvements)
  • System administration & governance (ensuring compliance, data protection, policy development, and infrastructure optimization)

Trevor's blend of practical hardware knowledge, software development acumen, administrative leadership, and continuous learning keeps him effective in dynamic, real-world IT challenges. He thrives on turning complex problems into efficient, reliable systems that deliver measurable business value—making him a versatile, dependable professional for organizations seeking innovative, budget-conscious IT leadership.