Creating and integrating risk change programs, including redesigning end-to-end Risk, Control & Self-Assessment (RCSA) frameworks, using ‘Systems Thinking’ to bolster the Risk Management Framework and Group Operational Risk capital position.
Prior to joining Beyond Blue, Ed made significant contributions in guiding clients through their digital transformation journeys. He played a pivotal role in helping clients comprehend the intricate dynamics of technology and market trends, thereby facilitating the creation of value. Working closely with numerous senior leadership teams, he provided critical insights and modelled robust strategies to navigate their digital transformations successfully. Prior to this, Ed’s deep-seated cybersecurity knowledge was tapped into by governments, assisting them to shape their cyber roadmaps.
Lewis began his career at IBM, where he worked for approximately 10 years, specializing in supporting clients’ resiliency journeys by implementing enterprise-wide and specific recovery strategies. An award-winning early professional, Lewis has developed multi-award-winning coaches and enjoys working in agile environments, providing thought leadership to improve clients’ IT systems, architecture, and processes.
Jodie works across multiple clients and industries, including financial institutions, to support their compliance to Operational Resilience regulations and continues to lead crisis exercises, enabling organisations to practice their response to a disruption in a safe environment. Jodie’s previous experience includes developing and delivering information and cyber security training programmes, focussing on embedding a resilient culture and influence positive secure behaviour in employees. Prior to this she worked for local police forces as Cyber Protect Officer, working proactively with organisations and the public and investigating cyber crime, and as HOLMES Supervisor in the Major Crime Unit investigating homicides, both playing a key role bringing offenders to justice.
With over 20 years of technical experience, Wasim has proven ability in defining strategies for technical challenges and delivering solutions in a secure, on budget and timely fashion. He has a natural aptitude for optimisation activities and risk reduction analysis. Experienced in extracting service metrics to feed continuous improvement and innovation operations.
Wasim is confident executing projects & championing security in challenging business environments that demand high standards of compliance, quality and precision..
Prior to joining Beyond Blue Sam held the position of Security Product and Delivery Manager for one of the UK’s leading retail banks where he led on several key programs and deliveries in the Chief Security Office.
He successfully delivered against key milestones to enable the utilisation of cloud security products with Microsoft Azure and other offerings. In addition to Sam’s previous experience in the financial sector, Sam has worked with numerous financial institutions on the implementation of Operational Resilience Regulatory Requirements and supported the facilitation of several crisis management exercises with international insurance providers and financial institutions.
Nicholas draws on his background in academic research to lead delivery of precise, carefully constructed and diligently researched analysis to suit client needs. He has been heavily involved in delivering Operational Resilience programmes for major UK financial institutions.
Nicholas is responsible for Beyond Blue’s in-house tool for generating attack path models based on dependencies between elements of Mitre’s widely used ATT&CK framework. He is also the editor and primary author of Beyond Blue’s newsletters and longer-form thought pieces. Prior to entering the world of consulting, Nicholas completed his fully-funded PhD in Philosophy at University College London.
She has a successful track record across multiple sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, oil and gas, legal and the Third Sector, where she has actively promoted awareness of the value of data and the need to ensure that it is managed in an effective and compliant manner.
Alison is a Board member of Scottish Continuity, a long-established membership organisation who support the continued development of members resilience capabilities through education and subject matter expert support.
Leah goes beyond surface-level insights, offering a deep understanding of threat groups by exploring motivations, target sectors, and geographical focus. This nuanced approach enables tailored defenses against specific threats.
In practical application, Leah’s expertise shines as she crafts intricate cyber scenarios. Developing a Linux environment and using Python scripts, she ensures precise control over exercises, enhancing participants’ response capabilities.
Her blend of technical proficiency and strategic acumen is evident in navigating complex attack paths, aligning seamlessly with industry frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK. Leah’s insights into threat actors’ software choices provide a dynamic and proactive perspective on cybersecurity challenges.
Formerly a senior psychiatric nurse with a first-class honours degree, Nicola recently transitioned over to cyber to follow her passion. Nicola brings a wealth of transferable skills such as risk and crisis management, decision making, and interpersonal skills.
Jennifer also worked as the Resilience Knowledge Coordinator for the Cabinet Office Emergency Planning College. Her comprehensive experience has allowed her to gain a depth of knowledge for crisis management exercising.
Rayhaan recently graduated at the top of his cohort with a 1:1 in Cybersecurity, an achievement marked by two awards for excellent performance on the Cybersecurity programme and the esteemed British Computer Society Professional Membership Prize for outstanding final year results.
Prior to joining Beyond Blue, Rayhaan excelled in a dual role during his one-year industrial placement at BAE Systems. Serving as an Operational Assurance Analyst and Security Operations Centre Analyst, Rayhaan honed his skills in protective monitoring and contributed to meaningful projects such as company-wide cybersecurity compliance assessments.
Ocean is an analytical Statistical Data Science graduate skilled in data analysis, machine learning, and AI, with experience in enhancing performance through data-driven solutions.
Ocean is a Statistical Data Science graduate from Heriot-Watt University with expertise in data analysis, netizen sentiment enhancement, and strategic planning. Prior to tenure at Beyond Blue, Ocean was awarded Intern of the Term at SOCIO Intelligence. His experience includes improving social media sentiment, engagement and contributing to significant projects for Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance, demonstrating strong analytical and adaptive skills.
Amy is a highly motivated and critical thinker with a proven track record as an award-winning Lecturer in Criminal Justice. As a published author with excellent communication skills, Amy is an expert in translating and presenting complex, technical knowledge into practical expertise.
Equipped with a fully funded PhD in Criminology, Amy pursued a career in cyber, fuelled by her fascination with the nuances of cyber crime and the intricacies of cyber security. Amy’s commitment to continuous learning and professional growth keeps her at the forefront of advancements in the rapidly evolving cyber landscape we operate in.
Her most recent role was the strategic lead for the effective management of complaints across the local authority as well as the Health & Social Care Partnership. She also has prior experience as an office manager for a graphic design company as well as running her own outside catering business.
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