Alan Rennie
About Alan Rennie
Alan Rennie is a System Operations Engineer at The Economist, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in technical support and system management, having previously held roles at Prudential Assurance and RFL Group Ltd.
Work at The Economist
Alan Rennie has been employed at The Economist since 2016, initially serving as a Technical Support Analyst for two years before transitioning to the role of System Operations Engineer in 2018. In his current position, he has contributed to the design and implementation of multiple AWS environments specifically for the Editorial department. Additionally, he has played a key role in the deployment and support of a new Editorial Content Management System (CMS), enhancing the operational capabilities of the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining The Economist, Alan Rennie worked at Prudential Assurance from 2011 to 2016 as a Desktop Platform Management professional. His career began at RESPONSE, where he provided customer services for BSkyB from 2005 to 2006. He also served as a Technical Contractor at RFL Group Ltd from 2007 to 2010. This diverse experience in technical support and management has equipped him with a solid foundation in system operations.
Education and Expertise
Alan Rennie earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Networking from the University of the West of Scotland, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His academic background has provided him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in system operations and technical support, particularly in cloud environments and content management systems.
Technical Skills and Contributions
In his role at The Economist, Alan Rennie has demonstrated expertise in cloud technology by designing and implementing AWS environments. His involvement in the deployment of a new Editorial CMS system reflects his capability in managing complex technical projects. His skills in system operations are complemented by his previous experiences in technical support and desktop management.