Nick Channing
About Nick Channing
Nick Channing is a Senior Architect at Nationwide Building Society, specializing in network function virtualization and software-defined networking. With over 15 years of experience, he has worked with various organizations, including the Royal Navy and IBM, and holds multiple networking certifications.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Nick Channing has served as a Senior Architect at Nationwide Building Society since 2019. In this role, he has contributed to the design and implementation of network solutions, focusing on network function virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN). His work involves close collaboration with various project stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects, aligning with the organization's objectives.
Previous Experience in Networking
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Nick Channing held several positions in the networking field. He worked as a Network Consultant at Networks First from 2011 to 2012 and as a Network Security SME at Ladbrokes Coral from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Network Security SME at AXA in the Paris Area from 2016 to 2017 and as a Network Security Architect at IBM for eight months in Switzerland in 2018 to 2019.
Military Background
Nick Channing began his career in the Royal Navy, where he worked as an Avionics Technician from 1994 to 2003. This nine-year experience provided him with a strong technical foundation that he later applied in his civilian roles within the networking and security sectors.
Education and Certifications
Nick Channing holds multiple industry certifications, including CCIE (written), CCNP, CCDP, CCDA, CCNA Wireless, CCNA, HP ASE (Network Infrastructure), VMware NSX, and JNCIA. These certifications reflect his expertise in networking and security, particularly with Cisco Nexus and UCS solutions, where he has over 15 years of experience.
Project Delivery and Specialization
Nick Channing specializes in network function virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN). He has designed and implemented networks for a variety of clients, including newspapers, banks, insurance companies, government agencies, and multinationals. He emphasizes delivering projects on time and within budget, particularly in migration projects, and has developed software products that automate network deployment.