Niall A. โ Consultant
Niall is a driven mainframe enthusiast with a passion for advocacy and problem-solving, most notably the identification and then remediation of security vulnerabilities via Audits, Assessments and Engineering. ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ Niall is an articulate and rigorous individual who can work conscientiously both independently or within a group, adapting to any challenges presented, remaining punctual and adhering to project deadlines. Throughout all activities, he has successfully demonstrated an ability to take responsibility for others and myself, displaying a drive to excel while remaining calm under such pressures. ๐๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐ฆ๐ ๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ Working predominantly in RACF Administration and Network Certificate Management, Niall has performed Security Assessments and Remediation for various systems - Additionally, he has found opportunities to streamline routine compliance checks using JCL, CARLa, REXX and TWS functions. More recently, I have grown into a leadership position, providing guidance and training to newer employees while helping them meet their developmental milestones. ๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฒ Niall has demonstrative experience working across a multitude of different environments including: โ Mainframe Security Consulting โ Aeronautical Engineering โ Software Development ๐๐ค๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฌ Niall has refined his skills in a diverse range of applications, including: โ CAD software (AutoDesk, Techsoft and SketchUp) โ Word Processors (Google Docs and Microsoft Word) โ Spreadsheets (Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel) โ Web-Design (Google Sites and Wix) โ Programming (HTML and Python) โ Public Speaking, Presenting, Project Management, and Leadership During his tenure with Airbus Group and BMC Software, he has followed the working methodologies of Agile, Kaizen and Six Sigma. ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ Throughout his free time, Niall proudly volunteers as a STEM Ambassador and as a Civilian Instructor at his local RAFAC (ATC) Squadron, and has become a qualified Suicide First-Aid trainer. Previously, he volunteered with the suicide prevention charity 'PAPYRUS' throughout the West Midlands, and was a trustee for the now-defunct charity 'Positive Thoughts' in Malvern. In order to effectively champion wellbeing in his local community, such as improving awareness and signposting support, he has undertaken numerous educational modules (including the NHS-affiliated 'eLfH' and training with 'BEAT'), all in order to better understand mental health and forms of support.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Mainframe Security Consultant with a strong focus on IT Security and Engineering.
Location: Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom
Experience: 6 yrs
Skills
- It Security Assessments
- Resource Access Control Facility (racf)
- Public Speaking
- Presentation Skills
- Project Management
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Engineering
Career Highlights
- Mainframe security expert with extensive auditing experience.
- Proven leadership in training and mentoring new employees.
- Active advocate for mental health and community wellbeing.
Work Experience
GSUK
GSUK - WAVEZ 101 Chairperson (1 yr 1 mo)
Mainframe Society
Mainframe Society Ambassador (1 yr 10 mos)
Vertali
Technical Consultant (2 yrs 1 mo)
Associate Consultant (8 mos)
GSE UK Region
GSE UK Region 101 Chairperson (3 yrs 1 mo)
BMC Software
Associate Consultant (1 yr 8 mos)
Cafe Morso
Barista (4 mos)
Airbus
Aircraft Fitter (2 mos)
Aerosystems Engineer (Craft Apprenticeship) (3 yrs 9 mos)
Criterion Games
Trainee (0 mo)
Royal Air Force (RAF)
Trainee (0 mo)
borwell
Trainee (0 mo)
Waitrose
Customer Service (2 yrs 11 mos)
3SDL Ltd
Trainee (0 mo)
Education
Higher National Diploma at Coleg Cambria
Product Design at The Chase School - Malvern
