David Rutt

A Software Test Analyst with varied and extensive experience spanning twenty years in many technology disciplines, looking for a challenging role. A highly motivated engineer with exceptional fault analysis and supervisory skills. A systems thinker working towards an Open University degree in Computing and Systems Practice.

Key Skills

• Versatile – strong technical and operational skills with a wide range of equipment
• Excellent IT skills – experienced with Unix, Linux, Solaris and Windows operating systems
• Qualified software tester – ISEB Foundation/Intermediate
• Test plan & test case creation
• Can communicate well with people at all levels
• Extremely quick learner with the ability to adapt

Employment History

System Proving Engineer: Apr 2000 – Present. Marconi/Ericsson, Beeston/Coventry

Key Success

Led a server hardening test program of HP-UX server upgrades for BT. The project involved improving server security by removing unnecessary and insecure processes. Designed a test program, assembled in-depth results and created project documentation. Tested solution using real-world BT databases involving hundreds of NIS+ users and demonstrated to the customer. Provided support during network rollout and leadership to a small team towards a successful conclusion.

• Project Champion for large BT network upgrade test projects
• Lead engineer for Linux system testing using SUSE Enterprise Server
• Writing of test cases and compilation of results
• Testing of Ericsson and Marconi network management systems
• Testing of client-side web-based applications
• Configuration and testing of HP-UX, Linux and Windows servers
• Database querying using SQL
• Compilation of data using XML
• Experience with using IBM RFT for test automation
• Carry out in-depth “whole system” testing of SDH networks
• NIS+ and trusted, Service Guard and operating system hardening
• Migration of legacy systems onto Linux using virtualisation
• Provide support to customers during test phases and network rollouts

Data Communications Engineer: Nov 96 – Apr 00. Tactical Communications Wing, RAF Brize Norton.

Key Success

As a Corporal in charge of a team of technicians installed all detachment communications for the operation at Pristina Airport in Kosovo. Successfully provided voice and data services over satellite communications for several hundred service personnel in adverse conditions.

• Provided communications throughout the world for use by RAF personnel using the most modern data/voice communications equipment available in the armed forces
• Installed and maintained Communications Centres, involving telephone, fax and telegraphy systems, data circuits and rear-link satellite ground stations
• Worked extensively with modems, multiplexers, cryptographic equipment and data systems
• Worked successfully with many foreign military personnel and civilians
• Supervised Junior Technicians and carried out “on-the-job” training

Telecommunications Engineer: Dec 89 – Nov 96

Information Technology Maintenance Section/Ground Radio, RAF Coningsby

• Maintained station Automatic Data Processing systems, including Honeywell Bull DPS 6 CPUs, modems, multiplexers and cryptographic equipment
• Installation and maintenance of station PCs, including upgrades and user assistance
• Installation of copper and fibre-optic cables during a seven month detachment to Royal Air Force High Wycombe
• Maintained airfield radar equipment, navigational-aids and HF/VHF/UHF radios

Qualifications

• Working towards BSc (Hons) Computing & Systems Practice (Open University, 2014)
• Certificate in Information Technology & Computing (Open University, 2010)
• T175 Networked living: exploring information and communication technologies (Open University 2010)
• M150 Data, computing and information (Open University 2009)
• ISEB/ISTQB Software Testing: Foundation & Intermediate (2009)
• Unix Fundamentals (2002)
• Photonics Fundamentals (2001)
• MSH64 Maintainers course (2001)
• National Examining Board in Supervisory Management: Introductory Certificate (1998)
• Level 3 NVQ Engineering Management (1997)
• BTEC ONC Electronic Engineering (1989)
• GCE A Levels: Physics, Mathematics (Pure and Applied), Economics, General Studies (1987)
• GCE O Levels: Physics, Mathematics, English Language, French, Art (1985)

Interests

Cornet player with Carlton Brass in Nottingham
Reading, music and photography

Personal

Full Driving Licence

Married with one child