Andy Mcdonald
About Andy Mcdonald
Andy McDonald serves as the Head of Monitoring Services at Derivco, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in monitoring solutions and project management, having held various roles in South Africa and the United States.
Current Role at Derivco
Andy Mcdonald serves as the Head of Monitoring Services at Derivco, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the setup and maintenance of monitoring solutions across multiple global data centers. He implements advanced technologies to ensure effective monitoring and utilizes predictive analysis tools to enhance service efficiency. His leadership in this area contributes to the overall operational stability of the organization.
Previous Experience at Derivco
Prior to his current role, Andy Mcdonald worked at Derivco as a Team Lead from 2012 to 2018. During this six-year tenure, he played a significant role in managing teams and projects focused on monitoring solutions. His experience at Derivco has equipped him with a deep understanding of the company's operational needs and technological requirements.
Consulting and Project Management Background
Andy Mcdonald has extensive experience in consulting and project management. He worked as a Consultant at Column Technologies from 2009 to 2011 and at Project-it Consulting from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he held project management roles at Nedbank and Business Connexion between 2005 and 2009. This diverse background has provided him with a solid foundation in managing complex projects and delivering effective solutions.
Educational Qualifications
Andy Mcdonald holds multiple degrees in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Nottingham University Business School from 1990 to 1993. He then completed a Master of Science in Engineering at Newcastle University in 1994. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master of Business Administration from Heriot-Watt University Malaysia in 2003. These qualifications support his technical and managerial expertise.
Technical Expertise and Implementations
In his professional roles, Andy Mcdonald has implemented various monitoring solutions using advanced technologies such as statsd/graphite, riemann/influxdb, and the Elastic Stack. He utilizes predictive analysis and correlation tools like Netuitive to enhance monitoring services. Additionally, he manages alert escalations through PagerDuty, ensuring timely responses to system issues, which is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency.