Shahied Patel
About Shahied Patel
Shahied Patel is an Information Technology Engineer at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc in Leicester, England, where he has worked since 2018. He has contributed to significant projects, including migrating file servers to SharePoint Online and managing cloud service transitions.
Work at Mettler-Toledo International
Shahied Patel has been employed as an Information Technology Engineer at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. since 2018. In this role, he has contributed to various projects, including a pilot initiative for migrating file servers to SharePoint Online. He established project timelines and collaborated with stakeholders to ensure seamless implementation. Additionally, he manages updates and patches within the virtual environment using Dell EMC VXRail and has participated in the transition to cloud services through the Microsoft 365 project.
Education and Expertise
Shahied Patel earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Computer Science from De Montfort University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in information technology and cybersecurity. He utilizes tools such as Tenable and CrowdStrike to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities, demonstrating his expertise in network security.
Background in Healthcare IT
Prior to his current position, Shahied Patel worked at NHS Leicestershire Health Informatics Service (LHIS) as a Service Desk Engineer from 2016 to 2018 and as a Service Desk Analyst from 2015 to 2016. In these roles, he provided IT support and managed service requests, contributing to the efficiency of healthcare IT operations in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Previous IT Support Experience
Shahied Patel began his career in IT support at GECX Group, where he worked as IT Support from 2010 to 2011. This early experience in the IT field laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in healthcare IT and his current position at Mettler-Toledo International.
Cybersecurity Responsibilities
In his current role, Shahied Patel is responsible for mitigating security vulnerabilities on end-user machines and servers. He addresses Firewall issues using FortiGate, ensuring the security and integrity of the company's network. His proactive approach to cybersecurity is critical in maintaining a secure IT environment.