A Cyber security executive with 19 years of experience in Information Technology (IT) specializing in IT management, IT infrastructure engineering, IT security management, and enterprise security architecture.
Defined and delivered cyber security strategy for security engineering, identity and access management (IDM), cloud security, operation technology (OT), IoT and cyber security operation center (CSOC). Performed evaluations and selection of cyber security tools and successfully implemented them to provide optimal security and risk controls for critical business information systems. Prepared and presented cyber security risk posture and enhancements on quarterly basis. Areas of expertise within the Cybersecurity discipline:
• Network Design & Architecture
• Network Security (GSEC, CCIH, CISSP)
• Cyber Security (NIST, COSO)
• IT Security Governance, Compliance
• Security Risk Management
• Strategic alignment between business outcomes and IT solutions
• Value delivery concentrating on optimizing expenses and proving the value of IT.
•Security Certifications: CISM, C|CISO, CISSP, CCNP, CCIE
• Security Architecture: COBIT, TOGAF, SABSA
• IT Security Governance, Compliance
• Security Risk Management
• Cloud Computing Adoption (IaaS, SaaS, DaaS) Architect: CSA, CSP 

Highly experienced consultant, helping large multinational organisations identify and manage information security risks in a pragmatic and effective manner. Working with VC and C-suite to ensure security is adding value to the organisation by bringing risk to an acceptable level.

In past roles I have been everything from a pentester, ISO27001 Auditor, QSA, Risk Analyst, advisor as well as running consultancy and pentest organisations.

In my spare time I ride Motorbikes and I am currently study the prevention of organised crime and terrorism at UCL

I am known as a passionate, solutions-focused professional with a comprehensive global background within the information technology, information security, and cyber security fields.
I am committed to the delivery of accurate, accessible resources to inform individuals and organizations of privacy matters in the internet age.
I am proud of my standing as a collaborative team leader with my key areas of expertise spanning end-to-end IT solutions, data management, communications, and innovation.
In addition, I am a public speaker, an award-winning technical expert, a book author, and writer of certifications (courseware and exams) for prestigious organizations such as Microsoft, EC Council, and other expert-level vendors.
Some of my recent awards are :
2021: CIO Online & IDC : Top 50 Technology Leaders, Security Magazine Top CISO,
2020: Khalejee Times “CISO Power List” ,Cybersecurity Legend by GEC Media Group, by Enterprise IT “Super Hero CISO”, Feature Security Leader
2019: CISO Mag ” Hall of Fame” and Cybersecurity Influencer of the year , Microsoft Regional Director
2018 : NATO Center of Excellence Award
2017: Microsoft Platinum Club (employee of the year ), Security Professional of the year and more…

Paul moved from Scotland to London in the late 90’s to start his first IT job as a systems administrator for Elonex PLC, at the time one of the biggest UK P.C. manufacturers. Being exposed to multiple vendor operating systems and enterprise applications early on in his career gave him the opportunity to learn a broad range of skills in a short period of time which in turn allowed him to shape his career.
Paul has always worked within an I.T. function, having the opportunity to wear many hats has helped him progress into the highest levels of System Engineering / Architecture. Wanting to make the move into cyber he seized the opportunity when it came about and has never looked back. After building a security ethos in a UK FTSE 250 from the ground up he took on the challenge of building a new SOC function within Jaguar Land Rover before his final move to Qualys.
Joining Qualys in February of 2021 as the UK and North EMEA Chief Technical Security Officer Paul is helping to drive Qualys’ vision at C-Level across the customer and partner base. Supporting the Qualys sales teams with his knowledge and experience of delivering cyber security operations to enterprise customers at a global scale. Paul will be representing Qualys at forums and conferences to help support the wider cyber security community.
Paul mantra is “Perfection is not a destination; it is a never-ending journey”