Lauren Blood
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Lauren Blood

Application Consultant @ IBM ConsultingManchester, United Kingdom
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Lauren Blood

Application Consultant @ IBM ConsultingManchester, United Kingdom
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    Application ConsultantIBM
    Manchester, United KingdomFull Time
    Specialised in Agile methodologies and serving as a DevOps Engineer, my strength lies in navigating the dynamic intersection of software development and operations. Excelling in fostering collaboration and ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality software, I guide teams through Agile frameworks and implement continuous improvement processes. I leverage my expertise to create an environment where cross-functional teams can thrive, delivering value to stakeholders in iterative cycles. I find enjoyment in deeply engaging with the automation of processes, ensuring seamless integration, and cultivating a culture of continuous delivery. My role involves orchestrating deployment pipelines, implementing infrastructure as code, and streamlining workflows, all of which contribute to my overall satisfaction in enhancing the efficiency of the development lifecycle.
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    Student AssistantEdge Hill University
    Ormskirk, United KingdomPart Time
    I volunteer at my university to support my department during open and applicant days. As these dates and activities aren’t always known, I have a flexible work schedule and adapt to suit the days’ requirement. However, each event involves persuading prospective students to apply and often involved leading demonstrations with the equipment.
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Skills
  • Graphic Design
  • Web UI
  • Wordpress Design
  • Wordpress Development
  • Risk Assessment
  • Cyber Security
  • Digital Branding
  • Digital Consulting
  • Digital Design
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Policy Development
Education
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    BSc ComputingEdge Hill University
    Ormskirk, United Kingdom
    My degree title is actually BSc Computing (Networking, Security and Forensics).
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    A LevelsClarendon Sixth Form College
     - Ashton-under-Lyne, United Kingdom
    I achieved A-Levels in Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics, all at grade B.
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Awards
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    MTA: Security FundamentalsMicrosoft
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    NCS ParticipantNational Citizen Service
    Personally, I found NCS a lot more socially challenging than advertised. This was one of my first instances of working with a range of people, with different backgrounds and ethics, where admittedly I struggled to tolerate big personalities. As well as generic skills (such as project management and teamwork), this led me to learn how to deal with frustration appropriately and to ensure my discontent is justified, prior to confronting my peers.