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Benjamin Hewlett

Benjamin Hewlett

Brighouse,West Yorkshire

Summary

I am Talented and Successful IT Security Professional with experience in project and programme management, a specific and extensive skills in information security both Cyber and Data Security,

With experience in 2 Ftse registered companies, I am self motivated, quick to learn and implement and passionate about delivering the very best be that personally or part of a team.

I have a keen and genuine interest in emerging security technologies, and have routinely bridged the gap between the different business divisions in my career to date.

As someone who is self-motivated, I am able to hit deadlines and meet targets. I have a proven track record in this area. I have excellent Customer relation and conflict management skills due to my work in the retail sector along with a great ability to solve complex problems using logical thought and decisive action.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Cyber Data Protection Specialist

Nationwide Building Society
Home Based
09.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams for successful project completion.
  • Resolved technical issues promptly, enhancing overall system performance.
  • Installed new technology systems seamlessly into existing infrastructure.
  • Developed bespoke software solutions to meet specific business needs.
  • Optimised resource allocation for maximised operational efficiency.
  • Maintained up-to-date industry knowledge through continuous professional development.
  • Led training sessions for staff skill improvement.
  • Implemented data security measures to protect sensitive information.

Career Break

Self
Brighouse, Calderdale
04.2024 - 09.2024

Data Security Technical Manager

Compare The Market
Peterborough
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Led Engineering, Implementing, Developing technical solutions such as Data Loss Prevention, CASB, In Public Cloud Environment.
  • Led Data Loss Prevention Technical Services Implementation in Greenfield Environment.
  • Preparation of both Document Procedures, Protocols, and Governance Frameworks as well as preparing and implementing product enhancement recommendations across security.
  • Maintaining product Stability/Capability to ensure security standards are met during product development.
  • Remediation of Technical Issues across Wider IT During Aggressive Rollout Phase of DLP.
  • Led Implementation of 5 DLP Solutions Simultaneously over 8 Month period to successful completion.
  • Managed relationships with Managed Service Provider to tight deadlines.
  • Managed Implementation of New DLP Policies organisation wide.
  • Delivered Enterprise Ready DLP Capabilities In Public Cloud Environment
  • Led Infrastructure Build in AWS of All DLP Services using DevOps and Agile processes.
  • Led Gap Analysis and Continuous Improvements forums.
  • Led Governance Forums with Key Stakeholders to ensure DLP and information Classifications Standards where met.
  • Led successful Data Loss Prevention policy maturity to preventative state in 12 Months

Senior information Security Technical Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
Coventry, West Midlands
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Supported in development of Multiple security technologies including AV, Email Protection, Data Loss Prevention and Network Monitoring.

Technical Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
Coventry, West Midlands
11.2017 - 10.2019

Senior PSO/PMO Analyst (Information Security)

J Sainsburys PLC
Coventry, West Midlands
08.2015 - 11.2017

Price and Promotions Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
London, City of London
09.2014 - 08.2015

EDI Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
Manchester, Lancashire
04.2013 - 09.2014

Education

A-Levels -

Brighouse High Sixth Form
Brighouse

GCSE -

Brighouse High School
Brighouse

Security Plus (Ongoing)

CompTIA
Distance Learning

Professional Scrum Master

Scrum.Org
Online
06-2015

Skills

  • Root cause analysis
  • Change Management
  • Business process mapping
  • Information security
  • Product development
  • Data Loss Prevention
  • Anti Malware (On Prem & Cloud)
  • CASB
  • Risk Management
  • Data Discovery
  • Identity and Access Management
  • AWS Infrastructure
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
  • Project Governance
  • Container Based Security
  • Cloud Security
  • Product Management
  • Microsoft Purview Suite (High Proficiency)
  • Skilled in Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
  • Financial Planning
  • Business Case Preparation
  • Project Assurance
  • Project Monitoring
  • Data Asset Inventory
  • Data Governance
  • GDPR

Timeline

Senior Cyber Data Protection Specialist

Nationwide Building Society
09.2024 - Current

Career Break

Self
04.2024 - 09.2024

Data Security Technical Manager

Compare The Market
08.2021 - 04.2024

Senior information Security Technical Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
10.2019 - 07.2021

Technical Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
11.2017 - 10.2019

Senior PSO/PMO Analyst (Information Security)

J Sainsburys PLC
08.2015 - 11.2017

Price and Promotions Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
09.2014 - 08.2015

EDI Analyst

J Sainsburys PLC
04.2013 - 09.2014

A-Levels -

Brighouse High Sixth Form

GCSE -

Brighouse High School

Security Plus (Ongoing)

CompTIA

Professional Scrum Master

Scrum.Org
Benjamin Hewlett