Chris Lawrence
About Chris Lawrence
Chris Lawrence is a Senior Corporate IT Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure management and cloud solutions. He has worked for notable companies such as IBM and UBM plc, and possesses strong skills in mentoring, vendor management, and modern DevOps practices.
Current Role at BidFX
Chris Lawrence serves as a Senior Corporate IT Engineer at BidFX, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing IT infrastructure and ensuring efficient operations within a hybrid work environment in London, England. His responsibilities include managing cloud solutions and supporting the organization's IT needs.
Previous Experience at IBM
Prior to his current role, Chris worked at IBM as an Infrastructure Transition Engineer from 2018 to 2019. During his 11-month tenure in London, he focused on transitioning infrastructure systems, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Professional Background at UBM plc
Chris has a substantial background at UBM plc, where he held multiple positions over a span of 13 years. He began as a Service Desk Analyst from 2001 to 2004, then progressed to IT Systems Administrator from 2004 to 2014, and later served as Project IT Infrastructure Technical Lead from 2014 to 2018. His roles involved managing IT systems and leading infrastructure projects.
Education and Qualifications
Chris studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Northumbria University, where he earned a BTEC Higher National Diploma from 1998 to 2000. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in IT and engineering.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Chris possesses a wide range of technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Exchange Hybrid. He is experienced in email security management using tools like Mimecast and Google G Suite. Additionally, he is skilled in scripting with Powershell and using Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC), which enhances IT operations and infrastructure management.