Andy K Email & Phone Number

Winnersh, England, United Kingdom

• With roots in both the meticulous world of law enforcement and the ever-evolving startup ecosystem, I've grown into a seasoned Security Specialist. My journey has equipped me with invaluable leadership qualities and a.
• Established and nurtured proficient Security Team tailored for fast-paced startup environment.
• Honoured as the "Global Ambassador of the Year 2007/2008" for outstanding contributions in the realms of Security and Continuity.
• Garnered recognition for exemplary efforts and impact as a Diversity and Equality Ambassador for 2008/2009.Additionally, my grasp over communication networks is enhanced by a keen focus on international standards.

• While employed in this position, I executed rigorous audits, managing non-conformities through risk assessment procedures. I led security initiatives on Secure Government platforms, encompassing diverse tasks and.
• Reviewed, aligned, and supervised security policy and control certifications for high-profile government and security stakeholders.
• Harmonised security policies for two major communications firms' post-merger, achieving unified set of policies and controls in alignment with ISO27001.
• Conducted extensive risk management review within leading UK financial institution, focusing on potential threats to economy, government, and monarchy; resulted in strengthening and streamlining existing processes.
• Collaborated with NHS to assess and revamp management practices concerning confidentiality and risk during transition to centralised patient record system.
• Completed comprehensive audits of key Data Centres, emphasising building security, data governance, and compliance with legal obligations.

• I spearheaded design, delivery, and execution of NVQ apprenticeship and education program tailored for call centres across UK. I also engaged with advisors, addressing concerns, dispelling myths, and articulating value.
• Successfully transformed scepticism and negative perceptions among advisors into positive endorsements and full acceptance of program, ensuring widespread adoption and effectiveness.