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Chief Security Officer, CISO, Speaker, Board Advisor. Safety, Quality, and Resilience
Working in tech, security, and munitions systems since 1991. I lead and build cybersecurity and security teams with expertise in formulating and driving pragmatic, affordable, and risk-based programs. I have a proven record of amplifying capabilities, building teams, reducing costs, and turning around operations. I excel at building relationships and a "customer-first" culture within my teams. I have worked within internal services and advisory consulting across multiple sectors, including government, public sector, military, pharma and biotech, transport, oil and gas, and nuclear energy. I create security services and solutions that converge the strategic business-driven demands of organizations.I coach teams to realize excellence through continuous improvement. I place great value on people and processes in security, and I relish the opportunity to present at conferences, panels, podcasts, and fireside chats. I love what I do, and I assist students, military veterans, and professionals wanting a change in their profession in cybersecurity. Extensive experience working across 27 countries in NA, EMEA, and APAC Ethical AI, CISSP, C|CISO, CRISC, C|EH, C|HFI, C|NDA, ePO HBSS, Nessus ACAS, MCSA
Anglia Ruskin University
Doctor of Science, Artificial Intelligence
August 1, 2025 – May 1, 2030
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business
MBA Core Curriculum MicroMasters, Business Administration and Management, General
January 1, 2019 – January 1, 2021
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Science Information Technology (MSc) 1st, Cybersecurity Policy
January 1, 2013 – January 1, 2015
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) 1st, Cybersecurity
January 1, 2011 – January 1, 2012
University of Maryland Global Campus
Undergraduate Certificate, Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance
January 1, 2010 – January 1, 2011
National Highways
Director of Security
April 1, 2025 – Present
United Kingdom · Hybrid
Esc - The Cyber Escape Room Co.
Board Advisor
October 1, 2023 – Present
National Highways
Chief Security Officer
October 1, 2023 – April 1, 2025
United Kingdom · Hybrid
Esc - The Cyber Escape Room Co.
Board Advisor
September 1, 2022 – October 1, 2023
Decipher Cyber Consulting Partners
Associate Partner and CISO
August 1, 2022 – September 1, 2023
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Envision Pharma Group
Head Of Information Security
August 1, 2021 – October 1, 2023
Horsham, England, United Kingdom
Meet Jenny
Investor
July 1, 2021 – December 1, 2024
Littlefish (UK) Ltd
Director, Cyber Services and CISO
January 1, 2021 – June 1, 2021
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
Meet Jenny
Chief Security Officer and Non Executive Director
December 1, 2020 – July 1, 2023
Deloitte
Director, Head of Security Services, Cyber, North-South Europe & Middle East
December 1, 2019 – November 1, 2020
Greater Cambridge Area
DarkMatter LLC
Director, Cyber Advisory Services, vCISO, GRC, and C&A
October 1, 2018 – December 1, 2019
Abu Dhabi
Carbon Chain Cyber (C3)
Founder and Managing Director
January 1, 2018 – Present
Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
United States Department of Defense
Director Security Operations
November 1, 2015 – October 1, 2018
United States Department of Defense
Director, Network Operations
September 1, 2013 – November 1, 2015
Sentara Healthcare
Senior Manager, Information Security Architect
September 1, 2012 – September 1, 2013
Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
United States Air Force
Senior Manager, Chief Enterprise Security Architect
June 1, 2006 – February 1, 2011
On-site
United States Air Force
Manager, Enterprise Security Architect
January 1, 2005 – June 1, 2006
On-site
United States Air Force
Information Security Officer
May 1, 2001 – January 1, 2005
On-site
United States Air Force
Senior Network Engineer
May 1, 2000 – May 1, 2001
On-site
United States Air Force
Network Engineer
May 1, 1997 – May 1, 2000
On-site
United States Air Force
Server Administrator
May 1, 1993 – May 1, 1997
On-site
United States Air Force
Mainframe Operator
January 1, 1991 – May 1, 1993
On-site
DOD UK Digital Transformation Project
October 1, 2013 – October 1, 2018
$200M digital transformation and IT uplift project in conjunction with a collocation move of three US DOD/NATO Intelligence Communities.
USAFRICOM Joint Operations Center (JOC) 2015
September 1, 2013 – October 1, 2015
$25M project to design, deploy, and maintain US DOD Combatant Command JOC, integrating conventional, anti-terror, and cyber fusion intelligence and operations command and control within a VDI environment.
DISA McAfee Host-Based Security System 301 Advanced ePO 5.1
Defense Information Systems Agency
June 23, 2026 – Present
Security+
CompTIA
June 23, 2026 – Present
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
ISC2
June 23, 2026 – Present
DISA Symantec Endpoint Encryption
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
June 23, 2026 – Present
Nessus Assured Compliance Assessment Solution 201/301
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
June 23, 2026 – Present
WIndows Server 2003
Microsoft
June 23, 2026 – Present
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
EC-Council
June 23, 2026 – Present
Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA)
EC-Council
June 23, 2026 – Present
DISA McAfee Host-Based Security System Advanced Analyst (501) Course
Defense Information Systems Agency
June 23, 2026 – Present
DISA Host-Based Security System for Non Admins
Defense Information Systems Agency
June 23, 2026 – Present
Deloitte Next Gen CIO Academy
Deloitte
June 23, 2026 – Present
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
EC-Council
June 23, 2026 – Present
Microsoft Certified IT Professional
Microsoft
June 23, 2026 – Present
CCENT
Cisco
June 23, 2026 – Present
Ethics of AI
LSE Online
June 23, 2026 – Present
MCSA Windows 10
Microsoft
June 23, 2026 – Present
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
Microsoft
June 23, 2026 – Present
Windows Server 2008
Microsoft
June 23, 2026 – Present
CCNA
Cisco
June 23, 2026 – Present
Cultural Fit Analysis
The candidate's diverse experience across military, government, healthcare, and private sectors, including consulting and advisory roles, indicates adaptability and a broad understanding of different organizational cultures and security challenges. Their involvement in a 'Cyber Escape Room Co.' and 'Meet Jenny' (AI-driven platform) suggests an innovative mindset and engagement with emerging areas in cybersecurity. The long tenure in leadership roles within the US DOD and subsequent high-level positions demonstrate a commitment to security and resilience, aligning well with organizations valuing robust security postures and strategic leadership.
Soft Skills & Operational Fit
The candidate demonstrates strong leadership, strategic planning, and team management skills through their extensive experience in directing large security teams and building security functions from the ground up. Their roles as CISO and Director indicate a high level of responsibility, decision-making, and operational oversight. The descriptions suggest an ability to communicate complex security concepts to executive leadership and drive cultural change.