Jon Banks
About Jon Banks
Jon Banks is the Global Network Manager, Associate at Arup, with extensive experience in network management and IT support.
Company
Jon Banks has been with Arup since 2005, moving through various roles within the company. Arup is a global design, engineering, and consulting firm known for its innovative solutions in the built environment. Jon has progressed through several positions at Arup, starting as a Senior Network Analyst and currently serving as Global Network Manager, Associate.
Title
Jon Banks holds the title of Global Network Manager, Associate at Arup. He oversees the global network operations, ensuring efficient and secure connectivity across Arup’s offices worldwide. His role involves managing vendor relationships, enhancing network security, and leading teams to support the company's network infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Jon Banks studied at Leeds University, completing his degree from 1991 to 1994. With extensive experience in network management and IT support, Jon brings a wealth of expertise to his role. His background includes roles as a Senior System Specialist at Numérica and First/Second Line IT Support at Levy Gee prior to joining Arup.
Professional Background
Jon Banks started his professional journey in IT support at Levy Gee from 1998 to 2000. He then worked as a Senior System Specialist at Numérica until 2005. At Arup, he began as a Senior Network Analyst before advancing to Global Network Team Leader and eventually to his current position as Global Network Manager, Associate.
Achievements and Projects
Throughout his career, Jon Banks has led several major initiatives. These include the tender process for a network outsource project spanning the UK, EU, and US, and managing strategic vendor relationships to ensure top-tier service. He delivered a project to enhance edge security and facilitate cloud access while expanding his team globally to improve support and reduce operational risks. Jon also produced technology roadmaps that aligned with business goals and executed cost reduction strategies by simplifying the global wide area network.