Blair Strong
About Blair Strong
Blair Strong is a Cyber Data Analyst at Egress Software Technologies, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in engineering and data analysis, with previous roles in the UK Civil Service and other engineering firms.
Work at Egress Software Technologies
Blair Strong has been employed at Egress Software Technologies as a Cyber Data Analyst since 2023. In this role, he operates in a hybrid work environment, contributing to the company's efforts in enhancing cybersecurity measures. His responsibilities include developing and implementing detection systems and automation scripts that improve operational efficiency. Strong has been recognized for his performance multiple times during his tenure.
Previous Experience in UK Civil Service
Blair Strong worked at the UK Civil Service from 2019 to 2023. He held the position of Engineering Graduate Manager for one year before advancing to Technical Superintendent, where he served for three years. During his time in these roles, he focused on engineering projects and technical management, contributing to the development and implementation of various initiatives.
Engineering Background and Early Career
Prior to his roles in the UK Civil Service, Blair Strong gained experience as a Design Engineer at ASV Global from 2018 to 2019. He also worked as a Proposals Engineer at Hydro International Ltd from 2017 to 2018 and as a Project Support Engineer at Envirogen Water Technologies from 2014 to 2015. His early career included an internship at Teignbridge Propellers in 2012, where he gained foundational engineering skills.
Education and Expertise
Blair Strong holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the West of England, which he completed from 2011 to 2016. He also studied Computer Software Engineering at HyperionDev, completing a BootCamp in 2023. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering and software development, enabling him to excel in his current role.
Technical Skills and Innovations
In his current role, Blair Strong has engineered a novel detection system that operates alongside existing systems to enhance efficacy. He has developed models for backtesting and managed their implementation with cross-team stakeholders. Additionally, he has created web scraping automation scripts and other automation tools that have significantly improved productivity, saving 20 man hours per week.