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 system 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 Senior IT Systems Administrator and Security Specialist, 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.