Josh Ashley
Warrington
Summary
- I am a Windows/Azure Cloud Engineer for ANS Group and I work within the Windows Team. Within this team I work across both Windows servers and the Microsoft Azure Portal
I have strong problem solving and critical thinking skills. I am committed to helping my team while also making sure that any workload the team receives is tackled efficiently and reliably.
I started my role at ANS with little knowledge on how to use software such as Linux and Windows as I have only previously worked on VisualBasic and Python. As I developed more into my role, I started to be become more confident with the services within my job role and other software which is used within ANS such as Microsoft Dynamics.
I have a near perfect attendance as I have only had 1 day off sick throughout the 34 months I have been working at ANS.
I have access to an AI driven server within my home which I use to develop my Python/Logic gate coding while off the job.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Windows/Azure Cloud Engineer
ANS Group
01.2025 - Current
- Provide 2nd and 3rd line technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- Managed and monitored installed systems for highest level of availability.
- Participated in system development life cycle from requirements analysis through system implementation.
- Manage a small team of apprentices that are in the Windows team which has built my team building/management skills
- Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks, develop solutions and collaborate with developers on solution implementation.
Windows System Engineer
ANS Group
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed custom PowerShell scripts to automate repetitive tasks, enabling more efficient use of time and resources within the team.
- Enhanced network security with regular vulnerability assessments and implementing necessary patches.
- Evaluated emerging technologies such as AI integration for potential adoption into the company''s IT infrastructure based on cost-benefit analyses.
- Facilitated seamless migration of legacy systems to modern platforms while minimizing downtime and user impact.
- Introduced me to working with Microsoft Azure and and AI programming languages such as Java and Python
Tech Apprentice
ANS
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Working through and completing tickets in the Hybrid Cloud and the general queues.
- Taking inbound calls and contacting clients through outbound calls.
- Providing support to newer apprentices that have joined the team as a first point of contact for when they are stuck on a ticket/call
- Monitoring hardware that is reaching end of life and communicating within the business to conduct a replacement.
- Monitoring client websites and ensuring they stay up with minimal downtime.
- Monitoring client servers to remove any malicious IP addresses which can pose a threat to the company’s network
Chef assistant
Joseph Holt
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current food trends to assist with planning innovative menus to drive business.
- Cleaned and organised kitchen workstations to maintain smooth operations and minimise delays.
Education
A-Levels - Computer Science
Priestley College
Warrington, Cheshire09.2021
A-Levels - Geography
Priestley College
Warrington, Cheshire09.2021
A-Levels - History
Priestley College
Warrington, Cheshire09.2021
GCSEs - Computer Science
Bridgewater High School
Warrington, Cheshire09.2015
GCSEs - Mathematics
Bridgewater High School
Warrington, Cheshire09.2015
GCSEs - English Language
Bridgewater High School
Warrington, Cheshire09.2015
GCSEs - English Literature
Bridgewater High School
Warrington, Cheshire09.2015
Skills
- Security Cleared
- Clear and professional communication
- Team Management Experience
- SLA/KPI focused
- Customer rapport
- Website troubleshooting
- Reporting and documentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
Experience On The Job
Below details areas of work which I experience while working at ANS.
- Linux
- Apache
- Nginx
- Windows
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Azure
- Python
- DeepSeek/Mid journey Logic Gate management
- Commvault
- Website Monitoring
- Server Monitoring
- SSL installations through Linux and Windows servers
- Server Software installs/reinstalls
- Scheduled Maintenance
Personal Information
Name & contact
Timeline
Windows/Azure Cloud Engineer
ANS Group
01.2025 - Current
Windows System Engineer
ANS Group
10.2024 - 01.2025
Tech Apprentice
ANS
06.2022 - 10.2024
Chef assistant
Joseph Holt
08.2021 - 05.2022
A-Levels - Computer Science
Priestley College
A-Levels - Geography
Priestley College
A-Levels - History
Priestley College
GCSEs - Computer Science
Bridgewater High School
GCSEs - Mathematics
Bridgewater High School
GCSEs - English Language
Bridgewater High School
GCSEs - English Literature
Bridgewater High School
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