SECURITY OPERATIONS | SECURITY & IT RISK MANAGEMENT
Results-driven Security Operations Manager with 10+ years of experience in security risk management, cybersecurity compliance, and incident response. Proven expertise in implementing and optimizing security frameworks, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and Cyber Essentials Plus. Specialist in IT security audits, threat analysis, Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance, and vendor assessments. Proven track record of managing identity services, Microsoft 365 security tools, and incident response in complex IT environments. Experienced in leading small technical teams and driving improvements in access controls, automation, and cybersecurity operations.
- Lead and coordinate identity and access management (IAM) practices, ensuring robust access controls across enterprise systems including Microsoft 365.
- Manage SIEM tools and EDR platforms to proactively detect and respond to threats.
- Collaborate with IT departments to embed security into infrastructure design.
- Maintain and enhance cybersecurity toolsets including threat intelligence feeds and vulnerability scanning platforms.
- Develop security roadmaps and contribute to long-term security strategy.
- Lead security operations for high-risk government facilities and global events.
- Develop and implement security policies to mitigate threats and ensure compliance.
- Led a 20-person security team securing high-profile events.
- Developed & implemented enhanced security protocols.
- Oversaw IT security measures ensuring compliance with GDPR & ISO 27001.
• Spearheaded CCTV monitoring, preventing major security breaches.
• Developed emergency response protocols, enhancing preparedness.
• Conducted threat analysis, CCTV surveillance, and IT security compliance.
- Security Operations and Risk Management
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Security Toolset Oversight (SIEM, EDR)
- Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance
- Security Audit & Regulatory Oversight
- Vulnerability & Threat Intelligence
- Security Policy Development & Implementation
- Incident Response & Crisis Management
- CCTV Operations & Surveillance
- Public Cloud Security (Azure)
- Security Automation & Orchestration
Additional Experience
Financial Adviser
OWL Financial/Openwork Ltd, London | 01/2016 - 12/2017
Provided financial security and risk protection advice to clients
- Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance
- Cyber Essentials Plus
- SIA Security Licence (Door Supervisor, CCTV)
- First Aid & Emergency Response Training
- Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) Awareness
- Currently pursuing CISSP certification