Dougal Scott
About Dougal Scott
Dougal Scott is a Tech Team Lead specializing in Cloud, Security, and Infrastructure at Intelematics, with a career spanning over two decades in Unix systems administration across various industries. He has held multiple leadership roles in organizations such as Palo Alto Networks, Sportsbet, and AAPT, focusing on team performance and process improvement.
Current Role at Intelematics
Dougal Scott serves as the Tech Team Lead – Cloud, Security and Infrastructure at Intelematics since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing team performance and developing processes that improve operational efficiency. His responsibilities include overseeing cloud infrastructure, security measures, and ensuring the integrity of systems within the organization.
Previous Experience in IT
Dougal Scott has a diverse background in IT, having held several positions across various organizations. He worked at National Australia Bank as a Systems Administrator for one year and at Interactive as a Solaris Support Specialist for two years. His experience also includes roles at AAPT, Sportsbet, and Telstra, where he contributed to systems administration and automation. His tenure at Palo Alto Networks as Principal SRE (Infrastructure) further solidified his expertise in infrastructure management.
Education and Qualifications
Dougal Scott pursued his education at multiple institutions. He studied at Scotch College from 1979 to 1986 and later attended the University of Melbourne for one year in 1987. He achieved a bachelor's degree from Monash University between 1989 and 1991. His educational background complements his extensive experience in the IT field.
Technical Expertise and Specializations
Dougal Scott specializes in various technical areas, including Solaris, Python, and Unix systems administration. He has extensive experience in monitoring, measurement, automation, and development. His focus on improving team performance includes training in both technical and non-technical skills, which enhances the overall professionalism of his teams.
Leadership and Team Development
In his leadership roles, Dougal Scott emphasizes the importance of team development. He has a track record of improving team performance through targeted training initiatives. His approach includes developing processes, automation, and documentation systems that contribute to a more efficient and professional work environment.