Ian Jones
About Ian Jones
Ian Jones is an Associate Director of the IT Engineering Team at Hearst, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in IT roles, including positions at the Royal Air Force and First DataBank Europe Ltd, and he focuses on team building and business process improvements.
Work at Hearst
Ian Jones has been serving as the Associate Director of the IT Engineering Team at Hearst since 2014. His role is based in Exeter, United Kingdom, where he has contributed to the development and management of IT systems and services. His focus is on building teams that are dedicated to delivering high-quality and reliable solutions. Jones has a track record of making outcome-based decisions that enhance business processes and promote system-wide standardization.
Previous Experience in IT Support and Management
Before joining Hearst, Ian Jones held multiple positions at First DataBank Europe Ltd. He worked as an IT Support professional from 1998 to 2004, then progressed to the role of Network Support Analyst from 2004 to 2008, and later served as IT Manager from 2008 to 2011. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in IT management and support. Additionally, he worked at Truprint as IT Support for one year in 1997.
Military Background
Ian Jones served in the Royal Air Force as a Surveillance Operative from 1987 to 1997. During this decade-long tenure, he gained experience in various locations across the UK. This background provided him with a foundation in operational procedures and technical skills that would later inform his career in IT.
Education and Expertise
Ian Jones studied at Grenville College from 1982 to 1987. His educational background has equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for delivering effective technical solutions to business challenges. He emphasizes the importance of aligning IT solutions with business objectives to ensure a positive bottom line.