Kate Holmes
About Kate Holmes
Kate Holmes is an experienced Infrastructure Support Specialist Lead at Nationwide Building Society, where she has worked since 2015. She has a background in psychology and computing from Bournemouth University and has held various roles in IT infrastructure and security over her career.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Kate Holmes has served as the Infrastructure Support Specialist Lead at Nationwide Building Society since 2015. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing infrastructure support and ensuring the stability and security of IT systems. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior System Specialist at the same organization from 2003 to 2009. Her long tenure at Nationwide highlights her commitment to the organization and her expertise in infrastructure management.
Previous Experience at Computacenter Services
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Kate Holmes worked at Computacenter Services as a Senior Systems Specialist from 2009 to 2015. During her six years in this position, she developed her skills in systems support and management, contributing to the efficiency of IT operations. This experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent role at Nationwide.
Educational Background at Bournemouth University
Kate Holmes studied at Bournemouth University from 1999 to 2002, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Computing. This educational background provided her with a unique blend of skills in both technical and psychological aspects, which she applies in her professional roles.
Expertise in Cybersecurity and Identity Management
Kate Holmes possesses advanced skills in SecureAuth for authentication and identity security. She has expertise in managing and implementing CyberArk solutions for secure identity management. Additionally, she is experienced in deploying and managing Azure AD Connect, facilitating seamless integration of on-premises directories with Azure Active Directory. Her specialization in using Quest Change Auditor and Recovery Manager for Active Directory enhances security and compliance within IT environments.
Experience in Windows Server Management
Kate Holmes has extensive experience in managing Windows Server environments, specifically from versions 2003 to 2012. This experience includes overseeing server operations, ensuring system reliability, and implementing security measures to protect organizational data.