Mark Howard
About Mark Howard
Mark Howard is a Global DBA Manager with extensive experience in database administration and project management across various industries. He has held multiple roles in organizations such as HP Enterprise Services and Boeing, and he currently works at VISTRA in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Work at Vistra
Mark Howard has been serving as the Global DBA Manager at Vistra since 2018. In this role, he manages database administration tasks and oversees the performance of database systems. His responsibilities include ensuring data integrity, optimizing database performance, and implementing best practices for database management. His extensive experience in database administration supports his ability to lead and enhance database operations within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Mark Howard studied at the University of the West of England, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Computing from 1995 to 1999. He possesses project management skills applicable to small-scale projects and enhancements. Additionally, he holds a Sybase Certification, which underscores his expertise in database management and administration.
Background
Mark Howard has a diverse professional background with experience in various industries, including Military, Government, Public Transport, Geo Spatial, Financial, Marketing, and New Media/Publishing. His career began as a New Media Developer at e-scape media and progressed through roles such as Database Administrator at multiple organizations, including HP Enterprise Services and Boeing. His strong design and development background facilitates a seamless transition into support-based roles.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Mark Howard has specialized in delivering large-scale ITIL/ITSM, CRM, and Help/Service Desk projects during both development and support phases. His work experience includes significant roles such as Solutions Architect at Boeing and Database Systems Administrator at Frazer-Nash Consultancy. He has also contributed to the delivery of HP IT Performance Suite as an ITSM Solutions Architect and Enhancements/Data Lead.