Current Position:

• IT Manager, UK NEQAS Microbiology
• Scheme Manager, UK NEQAS for Microbiology Interpretive Comments EQA

Mahmood  is a highly experienced IT professional with over 25 years of expertise in information technology management, database administration, and systems development, particularly within healthcare and academic environments. He's demonstrated success in overseeing complex IT infrastructures, developing and maintaining mission-critical databases and web platforms, and supporting national and international-level external quality assessment (EQA) initiatives.

 

Career History:

 

• IT Manager, UKHSA (formerly HPA/PHE), 2010–Present
  Responsible for managing the IT infrastructure supporting UK NEQAS Microbiology, including the development and maintenance of several key databases and websites. Also oversees the EQA database system and provides technical leadership for digital services.
• Database/System Administrator and IT Manager, City University London and University College London, 18 years
  Led IT operations and database administration across both institutions, ensuring robust, secure, and efficient systems to support academic and research activities.
• Network/System Administrator, The Courtauld Institute of Art, 2 years
  Managed IT systems and network infrastructure, supporting users and maintaining institutional digital resources

Other Professional Roles:

 

• Member, British Computer Society (BCS) – 25 years
• Member, Steering Committee, UK NEQAS for Microbiology
• IT infrastructure management
• Database design and administration
• EQA system development and support
• Website development and maintenance
• Information security and data governance
• Stakeholder engagement and technical leadership