Michael Marcus

Led the Cloud and DevOps team, managing the transition from contractors to permanent engineers and ensuring comprehensive knowledge transfer and documentation. Developed and improved a central platform for application deployment on Azure, focusing on security, automation, and best practices.

Managed and upskilled a DevOps team, providing technical escalation and guidance on Azure standards, particularly security and networking. Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure, application, and database deployments using Terraform and ARM templates.

Facilitated the adoption of a DevOps culture by upskilling build and operations teams, centralising logging, and improving tooling. Automated pipelines, reduced production issues, and stabilised containerised environments for the flagship product.

Resolved CI/CD issues by replacing custom solutions with out-of-the-box functionalities and implementing centralised logging. Introduced infrastructure as code for efficient provisioning and enhanced security processes.

Led the DevOps team, managing staff and contributing to the development of a new data platform. Migrated legacy systems to Azure, achieving significant cost savings and performance improvements.

Developed a new data platform and unified search service, focusing on build and deploy pipelines and centralised logging. Automated support for legacy systems, significantly reducing backlog and improving user experience.

Provided 2nd line support for bespoke applications and databases, including troubleshooting, fixes, and deployments. Improved problem identification through enhanced queries and automated availability checks.

Developed applications to replace manual paper systems and streamline processes, focusing on improving IT practices. Created a proof of concept for a Child Rescue Alert system and an app for staff training and scoring.

Provided 2nd and 3rd line IT support, including troubleshooting client applications, databases, and hardware. Improved business processes by replacing Excel documents with an Access database and streamlining data entry workflows.

Completed A Levels in English Literature, Classical Civilizations, and Photography. These subjects developed strong analytical, critical thinking, and creative skills.

Achieved 12 GCSEs, including core subjects such as Maths, Statistics, Science (double award), English, English Literature, and Art and Design. This foundational education provided a broad range of academic skills.

Completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Computing, focusing on key areas such as Requirements Analysis, Analysis and Design of Enterprise Systems, Relational Database Systems, and Advanced Database Technology. This program enhanced my understanding of complex computing concepts and their practical applications.

Grade: 2:1

Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Studies with a 2:1 classification. This degree provided a comprehensive understanding of film and television production, theory, and critical analysis.