Daniel Drake
Summary
Results-driven Information Security Manager known for enhancing security protocols and mitigating risks. Successfully led initiatives that fortified company data against cyber threats and streamlined compliance processes. Demonstrated impact through improved security posture and reduced vulnerabilities across multiple platforms and organisations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Information Security Manager
Leonardo UK
London
2024.01 - Current
- Manage specialised team of 15 Information Security professionals.
- Lead on Information Security governance and procedure creation and reviews.
- Supply Chain risk management ownership.
- Run security assessments on product development and inter-government information sharing.
- Lead security testing for procedures and governance, including disaster recovery activities.
- Develop KPIs for security practises within project management space for variety of large projects.
- Lead security triage and investigation activities.
- Report on security updates and risk developments to variety of internal and external authorities.
- Ensured secure digital environment with regular penetration testing.
- Facilitated seamless integration of new technologies by maintaining strict security standards.
- Collaborated with technical teams for smooth implementation of security measures.
- Ensured a secure digital environment with regular penetration testing.
- Established incident response protocols to minimise downtime during breaches.
Information security officer
Ministry of Defence
London / National
2021.01 - 2024.01
- Operational manager responsible for supervision and delivery of high-risk security programmes within a national regulatory framework.
- Increased employee awareness of phishing scams through educational workshops.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to devise tailored security solutions.
- Developed effective security policies for improved network safety.
- Trained new team members on best practices in information security management.
- Designed custom security protocols for enhanced data protection.
- Ensured continuous operation during server maintenance by managing backup systems effectively.
- Enhanced system resilience by performing regular penetration tests.
- Maintained robust data protection through continual system updates.
- Collaborated with senior management for a holistic approach to data protection strategy.
- Tracked emerging cybersecurity threats to maintain updated defensive strategies.
- Led incident response initiatives for swift resolution of security breaches.
- Championed the adoption of two-factor authentication across all company platforms.
- Promoted adherence to GDPR legislation through comprehensive staff training sessions.
Duty Manager / Deputy Head Chef
Greene King
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Early career leadership role providing experience in operational oversight, compliance, audit and people management within a regulated commercial environment.
- Oversaw operational compliance, audits and risk management.
- Managed contracts, procurement and supplier relationships.
- Led teams, managed rotas, recruitment and performance.
- Ensured adherence to legal and company standards.
Education
BA - Criminology
The Open University
2022.09 - 2023.03
BA - Literature & Film
University of Surrey
2017.09 - 2021.03
Skills
- Senior-Level Briefing & Reporting
- Data protection application
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Threat modelling
- Strong GDPR understanding
- Cybersecurity forensics
- Vulnerability assessment
- Change-Management competencies
- Breach response coordination
- Intrusion detection proficiency
- Compliance testing
- Policy development
Relevant Training
- Project & Portfolio Management
- Business Analysis
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance
- Risk & Assurance Processes
- Counter-Terrorism & Emergency Response Awareness
Additional information
- Experienced senior briefer to boards and executive-level stakeholders
- Strong written and analytical reporting skills
- High levels of integrity and discretion
- Comfortable operating in new organisations with evolving regulatory frameworks
Timeline
Information Security Manager
Leonardo UK
2024.01 - Current
BA - Criminology
The Open University
2022.09 - 2023.03
Information security officer
Ministry of Defence
2021.01 - 2024.01
BA - Literature & Film
University of Surrey
2017.09 - 2021.03
Duty Manager / Deputy Head Chef
Greene King
2015.01 - 2017.01