When did you join Expleo?
January 2022
How was your first day at Expleo?
It was a good experience. I met many of my colleagues, other engineers including the chief engineer then we did all the security and clearance briefs and security presentations. Even though it was in the middle of the pandemic, it was a very welcoming experience. The people I spoke to were fun and helpful. They had this understanding that we’re all in this together.
How does a day look like as a Cybersecurity Engineer at Expleo?
- Morning
Morning is more about orientation and getting ready for the day ahead. Every morning we come together to talk about any challenges for the day and week ahead. - Mid-morning
Mid-morning, we start to tackle the main problems, picking up client work, this can be anything from deriving requirements to stakeholder meetings and designing solutions for cybersecurity controls. - Noon
Meeting colleagues and clients. - After lunch
Carrying on the morning tasks. As we’re a global company, our stakeholders are located worldwide. Normally when dealing with global clients focus shifts from Europe in the morning and then picking up with America in the afternoon, depending on project priorities. - Mid-afternoon
We make sure that the big challenges we were faced with earlier in the day are being dealt with. - End of day
We ensure that all the work that was started in the morning and that all the information collected from stakeholder meetings is collated in one place where we can pick it up tomorrow.
What about Expleo do you enjoy the most?
I enjoy working with colleagues and at Expleo the teams are diverse with people from many different backgrounds and cultures, which really does make you feel part of a global organisation. I’m often on a phone call with colleagues in Romania to France, we all share ideas and often we have different perspectives, but it’s nice to break down those barriers.
What do you like most about your job?
I really like the people side of it. Bringing a team together and developing people within their role. I like to encourage knowledge sharing and discussions to create an environment where everyone feels confident to grow. I also really enjoy the client facing part of the role, being put on the spot and dealing with the technical details.
How did Expleo help you grow your career?
I joined as a Systems Engineer working on defence projects. After showing the necessary skills I was promoted to Senior Systems Engineer. Expleo also gave me the opportunity to attend an internal leadership course which was accredited by the Institute of Leadership. After completing the training, I was made aware of a role to be Automotive Cybersecurity Capability Lead, where I am today.
If you wish to excel, Expleo provides the tools needed to grow. And I’m always looking to better myself and explore new opportunities within the company. I think Expleo is good in that sense because the culture is very supportive, but you need to have the drive as well.
Do you think Expleo is a great place to work and if so why?
I think it’s a great place to work and I think the reason is because we’re always improving. We know that some things aren’t right but we’re doing our best to make them even better.
Can you summarise what the Expleo’ Employer Brand pillars mean to you?
- Autonomy & Support
You’re given all the support and tools to enable you to work autonomously. However, at Expleo there is always help if needed. - Local & International
Being a part of the UK team is great, but we are always in contact with our European and international colleagues and clients. At Expleo it really is true that “we are as local and global as you need”. - Expertise & Creativity
As consultants it’s important to hold a level of expertise within your field. Expleo also allows you to develop more expertise working either on new projects or training. In terms of creativity, if you have an idea that can help improve Expleo, then you are given the support to develop it. - Performance & Responsibility
As a team lead, I see the performance of an individual contributing to the wider business. By ensuring we work together to perform well and go the extra mile for our clients, we all fulfil our responsibility to each other and Expleo.
What advice would you give to other business analysts considering applying to Expleo?
Expleo offers you the opportunities to grow. If you want to be challenged and you want to work on a wide range of projects, then Expleo is the place for you.
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