About Me

  • Full Name:David Langton
  • Email:[email protected]
  • Website:www.djl.info
  • Address:Bristol Area (South West UK)

Welcome to my professional space!

With two decades of experience in both cloud and on-premise computing, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. As a seasoned Computer Engineer and Technical Consultant, I have successfully managed and executed a diverse range of Azure and migration projects, addressing all facets of customer infrastructure needs.

My career has spanned various environments, including Managed Services, Outsource, and internal support settings. I am adept at supporting multiple external clients simultaneously, demonstrating my ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic scenarios.

I am well-versed in ITIL best practices and am currently advancing my qualifications with a focus on Azure Architecture. My background includes substantial experience within the financial, retail, and healthcare sectors, providing me with a comprehensive understanding of industry-specific challenges and solutions.

Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to exploring how my expertise can contribute to your success.

My Resume

  • Work Experience

  • Consultant/Engineer

    Acora - 2021 - Present

    Working as both an Engineer & Consultant who designs and implements IT-based projects. Both on-premise and in the cloud I specialized in creating tailored solutions for diverse business environments. I managed infrastructure setup, application deployment, and system integrations, ensuring seamless operation and scalability across physical data centre's and cloud platforms.

  • Senior Systems Administrator

    Boeing - 2020 - 2021

    I served as a contracted IT consultant with Boeing, where I successfully implemented sensitive, company-specific infrastructure projects. This role involved delivering secure and scalable solutions tailored to the organization's critical operational needs within a fixed-term engagement.

  • DevOps Engineer / System Administrator

    Optimal Industrial Automation Ltd - 2015 - 2020

    In this role, I supported the in-house SynTQ application for both internal and external customers. I designed and implemented data networks, VMware systems, and managed all internal server, desktop, and network devices. Additionally, I administered the Citrix system and oversaw in-house software testing environments.


  • Project Summary

  • Infrastructure Migration Project

    Financial Institution

    I led a comprehensive technical infrastructure migration project, seamlessly transitioning a client's legacy systems to a modern, scalable platform. This involved migrating critical data, applications, and network resources while ensuring minimal downtime and zero data loss. I implemented a robust risk assessment and mitigation strategy, closely monitoring each phase to ensure operational continuity. The result was a more reliable, cost-effective infrastructure that improved system performance and scalability, positioning the client for future growth and technological advancements.

  • Azure, Intune & Telephony

    Charity Organisation, Bristol

    I spearheaded a Microsoft Intune and Teams telephony migration project, transitioning a client’s communication and device management systems to a unified, cloud-based platform. This involved configuring Intune for secure device enrollment and management across various endpoints, ensuring seamless integration with Teams for telephony services. I optimized the network infrastructure to support high-quality voice and video communication, while implementing advanced security protocols to safeguard data and communications. The migration not only streamlined device management and communication workflows but also enhanced network security, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving overall operational efficiency.

  • Infrastructure Refresh Project

    Law Firm

    I designed and configured a robust on-premise environment for a client using VMware and Hyper-V virtualization technologies. After assessing their business requirements, I developed a scalable architecture that optimized server utilization and ensured high availability. By leveraging VMware's advanced management features and Hyper-V's cost-effective solutions, I created a hybrid virtualization setup that balanced performance and efficiency. I also implemented a comprehensive backup and disaster recovery plan, ensuring minimal downtime in the event of hardware failure. This solution significantly improved resource management, reduced operational costs, and provided the flexibility to scale as the client’s needs evolved.

Skills

Design
Networking
Cyber Security
Project Mgmt
Troubleshooting
Cloud Computing
Virtualization
User Support

Microsoft Azure

VMWare

Microsoft Operating Systems

Microsoft SQL

Application Packaging

Swiches and Firewalls

Disaster Recovery

IP Telephony