Straddling the line between policy and implementation. Developing and implementing company data protection and security policy. Designing and managing a resilient and secure service and infrastructure.Providing advice, training and encouragement regrading data protection and security.

Senior developer on infrastructure and security team focusing on system operations.

Developer with a focus on infrastructure ('devops/techops/sysadmin' whichever buzzword floats your boat.)Cloud, databases, IaC, security, logging/monitoring/o11y - the usual.

AVL Technical manager responsible for the technical infrastructure across all locations involving:- Designing and implementing AVL and IT projects within the organisation including:-- Upgrading the existing wireless network introducing free WiFi to hundreds of building visitors improving accessibility to church resources via the internet.-- Management of LED screen installations working with an external contractor, improving the overall output from the stage while ensuring services continued throughout the installation.-- Designing and setting up multiple AVL touring systems allowing three new church locations to be rapidly launched using new volunteers with minimal training.- Planning and creating technical systems and infrastructure with the volunteer team in mind. Collecting the system requirements and using existing experience to determine the best course of action.- Improving maintenance and health & safety procedures with an aim of not restricting what we can do but enable us to operate safely and effectively in all our events.- Troubleshooting issues during events and conferences while under pressure. This has given me an insight into the importance of designing resilient systems from the outset.

- Developed websites and RESTful APIs using PHP & JavaScript integrated with MySQL and service APIs.- Worked in coordination with various technical and non-technical teams - converting business requirements into working technical solutions for internal and external clients alike.- Upgraded and maintained existing systems, ensuring consistency and compatibility of code.

Development of the EnergyLogix dashboard software using PHP, JavaScript, CSS integrated with the MySQL database.

PHP & MySQL software developer, summer work placement.