Ben Ward
About Ben Ward
Ben Ward is a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer with extensive experience in network operations and cloud infrastructure. He has worked for Node4 Ltd in various engineering roles and currently serves as a Special Constable with Nottinghamshire Police.
Current Role at Nottinghamshire Police
Ben Ward has served as a Special Constable at Nottinghamshire Police since 2020. In this role, he contributes to community safety and law enforcement efforts. His responsibilities include supporting regular police officers and engaging with the community to address local concerns. This position allows him to utilize his skills in a public service capacity while maintaining his professional career in network infrastructure.
Work at Node4 Ltd
Ben Ward has held multiple positions at Node4 Ltd, starting as a Cloud and Applications Engineer from 2013 to 2017. He then worked as a Network Projects Engineer for a year, followed by a role as a Network Operations Engineer for two years. Currently, he is a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, a position he has held since 2021. His experience at Node4 Ltd spans various aspects of network engineering and cloud infrastructure management.
Education and Expertise
Ben Ward studied at Wheldon Comprehensive School from 1998 to 2005. He possesses expertise in Cisco ACI and Cisco UCS technologies, along with proficiency in VMware ESXi and vCloud Director for cloud infrastructure management. His knowledge extends to Windows Server and Active Directory management, as well as Data Centre architecture and virtualization technologies.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current roles, Ben Ward worked at Interoute Application Management as a System Administrator from 2010 to 2013. He also served as a Special Sergeant at Nottinghamshire Police from 2006 to 2014. Additionally, he was a Swiftwater & Flood Rescue Technician at Watersafe UK Search and Rescue from 2013 to 2016. His diverse background includes experience in both public and private cloud environments.
Technical Skills
Ben Ward is skilled in managing Cisco Nexus series switches, including models 1000v, 2k, 3k, 5k, 7k, and 9k. His technical skill set includes a strong foundation in network infrastructure, cloud solutions, and virtualization technologies, making him proficient in various aspects of IT and network management.