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Robert Shoemaker is the President, CEO, and founder of Professional Computer Associates (PCA), a New York managed IT and cybersecurity provider. His strengths cover managed IT services, cybersecurity, and Microsoft infrastructure such as Azure and AVD.

Reviewed by Best IT MSP · Updated 2026-07-19

About Robert Shoemaker

Robert Shoemaker founded Professional Computer Associates (PCA) and leads it as President and CEO. The managed IT services provider has operated in New York since 1999. Shoemaker started in IT in 1990 in a combined sales and IT role before launching the firm.

He steers PCA across managed IT services, cybersecurity, Microsoft infrastructure (Azure and AVD), and Cisco networking. Shoemaker holds the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credential, and PCA carries Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status along with Cisco and Microsoft AVD experience. He often frames security around prevention, noting that 'prevention is always cheaper than the cure.'

Areas of Expertise

Managed IT services
Cybersecurity
Microsoft infrastructure (Azure / AVD)
Networking (Cisco)
SMB and enterprise IT transformation

How This Profile Is Verified

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