MARK_BAARS_RESUME.COM

01. Profile

Senior IT professional with over 30 years of experience in system administration, Windows Server, network management, automation and enterprise document management. Strong in analysing technical problems, executing migrations, developing custom solutions and supporting users and teams. Combines deep technical expertise with creative media experience, where communication impact and technical precision reinforce each other.

02. Technical Skills

Category	Technologies / Tools
Systems & Networks	Windows Server (2008–2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN, VLANs, endpoint/workplace management
Cloud & Modern Workplace	Microsoft 365, Azure, SharePoint (administration & implementation), AWS
Automation & Development	PowerShell, Python, C#.NET, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, API integrations, scripting, Prompt Engineering (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok)
Data & Databases	MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, data migrations, document management, archiving
Tools & Platforms	OpenText (Content Server, Archive Server, Email2Storage), Visual Studio (C#, VB.NET), Git, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere
Other	ITIL, project management, training & coaching

03. Work Experience

Municipal Council of Tilburg — Social Media & Communications (2025, part-time / freelance)

• Set up and executed social media strategy for a political faction
• Content planning, video production and analytics
• Completed media and debate training

Achmea — Application Manager SharePoint / Software Engineer (2009–2025)

• Managed and configured archiving, collaboration and document management environments in an enterprise context
• Executed migrations of business units, including data mapping and technical implementation
• Developed scripts, admin tools and integrations with Email2Storage (SQL Server, OpenText, PowerShell)
• Trained and supported SharePoint administrators and technical stakeholders
• Supervised HBO-level IT students during internships
• Developed custom tools for automated archive configuration

I/C Works — Technical Consultant (2008–2009)

• Project lead for the merger of two housing corporations (120 workstations, 12 locations)
• Coordinated and executed dozens of payroll data conversions for Raet systems
• Responsible for implementations, migrations and technical aftercare

Palissade Housing Corporation — System Administrator (1995–2008)

• Managed the full Novell and Windows infrastructure, including Active Directory environment
• Hands-on implementation of a digital archive and workflow solution, including project management
• Standardised workplaces, achieving approximately 12% cost reduction per workstation
• Managed the ICT budget and yearly project planning

Scheidegger & NCIO — IT Trainer / Lecturer (2003–2009)

• Delivered training on Microsoft Office, email and internet use
• Lecturer in object-oriented programming
• Developed course and training materials

04. Media & Creative Experience

Acting and Film Projects (2014–present)

• Co-leading roles in short films “Unseen Bruises” (2025) and “Fanning the Flames” (2025)
• Background and minor roles in various Dutch films and TV series

Audio Drama — “Van Laan & Van Laan” (2025)

• Self-developed passion project (scriptwriting, sound design, post-production, casting, voice direction)

Podcast — “Gadgetman Versus Minimalist” (2019–2025)

• Host and editor of a podcast about technology, minimalism, science and space exploration

05. Education & Certifications

• MBO Office Automation
• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCSE/MCSA level)
• SharePoint (on-prem & cloud), MCTS certified
• ITIL V3 Foundation
• OpenText consultant certifications
• Drone Pilot A1/A3 — EASA (2025)