Patrick Keehan, chief technology officer at Salt Communications, was named DevOps Engineer of the Year at the Belfast Telegraph IT Awards 2024.
Salt Communications provides businesses with a secure communication platform that protects voice and video calls, messaging, and file transfers through encryption. It offers central control for administrators and integrates with a company’s internal systems, making it a safer alternative to apps like WhatsApp.
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Designed for professionals who need to make important decisions while on the move, Salt ensures that communications are always private and secure.
The judges said Patrick deserved the accolade for his “outstanding contributions to the secure communications industry”.
“His leadership and expertise in DevOps have driven Salt Communications’ success, with innovative automation processes, robust security measures, and a collaborative approach to development.
“Patrick’s hands-on oversight across the systems development life cycle has resulted in a platform trusted by high-profile clients.”
Nicole Heron, marketing manager at Salt Communications, attributed the company’s success in this category to a combination of factors.
“Our success in this category stems from a combination of technical excellence, teamwork, and an unwavering focus on delivering results.
“At Salt Communications, we prioritise building robust and scalable DevOps practices that enhance the reliability and performance of our solution. This, paired with our dedication to addressing critical security challenges, is what enabled us to excel.”
Discussing the rewards of working in the IT industry, she added: “Every day provides an opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to advancing technology and protecting people and businesses on a global scale.
“Being acknowledged not only for our engineering expertise but also for our cybersecurity projects adds to the sense of fulfilment in the work we do.”
“It’s a privilege to work alongside such a talented and passionate team, especially when our efforts are recognised by accolades like these.”