John Roulston
About John Roulston
John Roulston is an Information Technology Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure consulting and systems management. He has worked for various companies, including Hogan Lovells and Nationwide Building Society, and possesses expertise in Windows Server infrastructures, virtualization technologies, and automated deployments.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
John Roulston has been employed at Nationwide Building Society as an Information Technology Engineer since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the organization's IT infrastructure and support systems. His responsibilities include designing and implementing technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency. His tenure at Nationwide Building Society reflects his commitment to advancing IT practices within the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in IT Consulting
Prior to his current role, John Roulston held several positions as an SCCM Infrastructure Consultant. He worked at Hogan Lovells from 2018 to 2019 and at Gazprom Marketing & Trading from 2019 to 2020, both in London. His experience in these roles involved managing and optimizing systems for effective software deployment and infrastructure management. Additionally, he served as an Infrastructure Consultant at Sovereign Business Resources for three months in 2015.
Background in IT Support and Engineering
John Roulston has a diverse background in IT support and engineering, having worked in various capacities since 1996. His early career included roles such as IT Manager at TAD Technical and Desktop and Server Support at Liberata. He also served as a Windows Engineer at Nomura and as a Support Engineer at Societe Generale. His extensive experience in these positions has equipped him with a solid foundation in IT operations and support.
Expertise in Infrastructure Design and Management
John Roulston specializes in designing and implementing Windows Server infrastructures, specifically versions 2012, 2016, and 2019. He is proficient in VMware/VSphere virtualization technologies and skilled in managing Citrix applications and virtual desktop infrastructure. His expertise extends to automated operating system deployments and migrations using SCCM and MDT, as well as System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) monitoring system design and customization.
Certifications and Professional Development
John Roulston holds several Microsoft certifications, including MCITP and MCSE Server Enterprise. These certifications demonstrate his proficiency in managing and implementing Microsoft technologies. His ongoing professional development reflects his commitment to staying current with industry standards and best practices in information technology.