Built on 20 Years of Hands-On Expertise
For two decades, I've run Apple and Linux environments that stay fast, secure, and fully documented for organisations across New Zealand.
Founder-led
Mark Gillette
Principal Consultant
I earned my first Apple certification in 2003 and have spent 20 years designing and running infrastructure for schools, creative studios, professional firms, and growing businesses across New Zealand.
What I build
- Apple MDM that stays patched and automated
- Linux platforms with clear runbooks
- Zero Trust networks with auditable controls
- Backups tested for real recovery
How I work
- Engineer-led delivery, no handoffs
- Documentation from day one
- Security by default, not an add-on
- Plain language, no vendor fluff
I founded magnumit to set a higher bar for mixed environments: Apple and Linux run with care, built for uptime, secure by design, and documented so you can own it. No bloat, just premium delivery.
Common issues I fix
Across schools, studios, and professional firms in NZ
- Apple treated as an afterthought
- Linux pushed aside or outsourced
- Security bolted on instead of built-in
- Networks with no documentation
- Backups that weren't actually tested
- MSPs who didn't understand the environments they were supporting
Replacing these with IT that's fast, documented, and secure from day one.
What We Believe
Apple deserves enterprise-grade treatment
Not bolt-on support. Not "best effort." Modern automation, patching, onboarding, and lifecycle management from day one.
Security is a design principle, not an add-on
Zero Trust, MFA, encryption, network segmentation, and device posture are built into every engagement. Not sold as extras.
Infrastructure should be clear and documented
Runbooks, diagrams, onboarding guides, and operational documentation are part of every project.
Clients should own their systems, not be locked in
We design for portability, transparency, and long-term independence.
So you get:
Fewer tickets and faster onboarding
Predictable security with auditable controls
Tested recovery procedures that work
Documentation your team can actually use
What I Do
Over 20 years, I've designed infrastructure built around reliability, security, and future scalability
Identity platforms federating thousands of users
Automated provisioning, single sign-on, and lifecycle management
macOS/iOS deployment workflows with fully automated onboarding
Zero-touch enrollment and configuration at scale
Network access control enforcing device compliance
802.1X authentication with posture validation
Linux-based back-end platforms powering real production workloads
Identity, hosting, automation, and clustering
Wi-Fi designs for complex, multi-building environments
High-density wireless with seamless roaming
Backup and DR systems that are actually verified
Tested recovery procedures with documented RTOs
Certifications
Technical Expertise
Real-world capabilities for common challenges
Problem: Managing hundreds of Macs and iPads manually
Solution: Zero-touch deployment with automated patching, Platform SSO, and declarative management. Users get devices ready to go. IT stays in control.
(Jamf Pro, ABM/ASM, DDM)
Problem: Vendor lock-in and black-box identity
Solution: Open-source identity platforms with SSO, LDAP/SAML, and NAC integration. You own it, you can port it, and it's fully documented.
(FreeIPA, authentik, Keycloak, Docker)
Problem: Security added after the fact
Solution: Zero Trust architecture from day one. MFA, device posture, 802.1X NAC, and CIS/Essential Eight frameworks are built in, not bolted on.
(JumpCloud, PacketFence, 802.1X)
Problem: Unreliable Wi-Fi and undocumented networks
Solution: Enterprise-grade wireless design, VLAN segmentation, multi-vendor firewalls, and complete documentation. Networks that just work.
(Fortinet, Ubiquiti, Cisco, Aruba)
How We Work
Clarity over complexity
Systems that are powerful, but easy to understand and maintain.
Security as a baseline
Every environment is secure by default, not as an optional line item.
Independence, not lock-in
You own your systems. We document everything. No black boxes.
Knowledge transfer
Your team gets the documentation, training, and support needed to run confidently.
Who We Serve
Based in Christchurch, partnering with organisations across New Zealand
Education
Creative and media
Professional services
SMBs that rely heavily on Apple or Linux
Every engagement is led and delivered directly by me. You get deep expertise, continuity, and accountability.
Let's Talk About Your IT Challenges
If you want infrastructure that is reliable, secure, automated, and fully documented, I'd love to hear what you're working with and show you what better can look like.
- Free 30-minute strategy session
- Clear assessment of your current environment
- Practical recommendations you can act on
- No pressure, no sales pitch