Ian Mc Laren
About Ian Mc Laren
Ian McLaren is a Business Intelligence Engineer with a diverse background in data analysis and psychology. He has held various roles in organizations such as the Greater Manchester West Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and DNSFilter, and has earned degrees in Psychology and IT.
Current Role at DNSFilter
Ian McLaren serves as a Business Intelligence Engineer at DNSFilter, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on data analysis and reporting, contributing to the company's efforts in enhancing cybersecurity solutions. His work involves utilizing various business intelligence tools to transform data into actionable insights, supporting decision-making processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at Greater Manchester West Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Prior to his current role, Ian McLaren worked as a Senior Information Analyst at Greater Manchester West Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust from 2013 to 2018. During his five years in this position, he was responsible for analyzing healthcare data to improve service delivery and patient outcomes. His contributions were integral to the organization’s data-driven decision-making framework.
Education and Qualifications
Ian McLaren has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Edith Cowan University, where he studied from 2000 to 2007. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science in IT and Computing from Open University, completing his studies between 2012 and 2018. Additionally, he achieved a CELTA qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the Manchester Academy of English in 2011.
Career History and Roles
Ian McLaren has held various roles throughout his career. Before joining DNSFilter, he worked as an SQL Developer at Bonfire from 2019 to 2020. His earlier experience includes serving as an Administrative Service Officer at Centrelink from 1993 to 1998. Each of these positions has contributed to his expertise in data analysis and business intelligence.