Edd Barber

Duties

• WEL Networks is an electricity company that distributes power from 33kV to 230V, and is involved in building and operating EV charging solutions for homes, businesses, and public chargers, as well as wind generation and battery energy storage systems.
• Established an information security strategy that delivers business value, aligned with the organization's purpose.
• Developed compelling communications to secure stakeholder, community, and financial commitment.
• Frequently attends board and executive meetings to provide context and insights into the cybersecurity posture.
• Leads a cross-functional team across OT and IT, both in house and external, to deliver enterprise, wide security, including assurance of cloud, native, business, and critical systems.
• Ensures compliance with Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) standards, and other regulatory and compliance frameworks, including NIST, C2M2, and SCF.
• Established partnerships with third party vendors and service providers across the globe.
• Ensured the security of products, operations, and external service providers.
• Developed and governed an enterprise-wide SDLC strategy.
• Created and implemented a comprehensive technology roadmap, including CASB, SIEM, DLP, XDR, and IAM solutions.

Achievement

• Led cybersecurity transformation, aligning strategy with CNI, NIST, and SCF compliance, while securing cloud native systems across IT and OT.
• Secured clean energy and EV rollout through third party partnerships, and develops, deploying SIEM, XDR, and IAM solutions.

Duties

• Gallagher is a global leader in security and animal management, operating in 160 countries. The company develops and manufactures access control security solutions for sectors including government, defense, and Fortune 50 companies. Gallagher, the inventor of electric fencing, is also a leading worldwide agri-tech solution provider.
• Formed the global security and privacy team, including remote and virtual members, totaling over thirty staff.
• Enhanced the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) by standardizing organizational practices and addressing key challenges with long term, sustainable solutions.
• Improved security controls and protocols for manufacturing, including OT, and robotic systems.
• Strengthened cross functional collaboration to ensure compliance with global information security and privacy regulations, and legislation, aligning with international standards.
• Developed an Enterprise Information Security Architecture and a comprehensive security toolset roadmap, ensuring best practices in information security and privacy, aligned with organizational strategy.
• Delivered a 35% reduction in budget while maintaining a 99% Service Level Agreement (SLA), and managing a 600% year-on-year growth in service demand.
• Directly contributed to a multi-million-dollar increase in annual revenue by bolstering client trust through attaining SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, and other certifications.
• Presented to over 140 stakeholders across Europe in defense, government, and multinational companies, driving information security awareness and promoting Gallagher’s secure product practices globally.
• Expanded information security capability by successfully partnering with four global defense suppliers.
• Standardized technology platforms to unify cybersecurity reporting across all global business units, providing a single, integrated view of organizational risk, and improving governance.
• Directed the response to security incidents by establishing strategic mitigations and continuous improvement processes, enhancing security and operational resilience.
• Modernized IT infrastructure by upgrading outdated SAP systems, migrating services to Azure and AWS, and implementing mobile platform support, driving technological innovation.

Achievement

• Strengthened Global Security Posture
  Led the formation of a global security and privacy team, improving cross-functional collaboration and achieving SOC2 Type 2 and ISO27001 certifications, which directly boosted client trust and increased annual revenue.
• Optimized Security and Operational Efficiency. Achieved a 35% budget reduction while maintaining a 99% SLA and managing 600% year-on-year service demand growth by standardizing SDLC practices and modernizing IT infrastructure.

Duties

• Datacom is a leading technology provider delivering IT services, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity expertise to millions globally, supporting major enterprises listed on S&P 50, FTSE 100, ASX 50, and Euronext 100.
• Positioned Datacom as a cybersecurity and privacy leader, trusted by government and business.
• Managed strategic relationships worth over $100 million annually, ensuring long-term growth.
• Expanded the sales pipeline to $50 million per year, driving revenue growth.
• Optimized sales processes, saving 30% in resources and improving collaboration.
• Automated tender processes reduce turnaround times by 80% and improve accuracy by 70%.
• Shaped the Skills Framework for the Information Age, influencing global cybersecurity standards.
• Delivered high-profile presentations to the Institute of Directors, achieving record engagement.
• Developed Datacom’s cybersecurity go-to-market offerings, expanding sales and lead generation.
• Secured Datacom's largest tender, driving long-term revenue and partnerships.
• Led cybersecurity solutions for government bodies, private enterprises, and listed companies.
• Maintained 100% SLA adherence and customer retention, renewing all managed accounts.
• Won key security contracts with New Zealand’s top companies, solidifying market leadership.
• Acted as the primary liaison for ITAR compliance, ensuring client support, and regulatory adherence.
• Migrated legacy clients, increasing revenue by 150%.
• Deployed a skills framework, reducing non-billable work, and enhancing team collaboration.
• Achieved top regional rankings and multiple awards from industry leaders, such as IDC, CrowdStrike, and McAfee.
• Supported OT/ICS cybersecurity initiatives to protect essential operational systems.

Achievement

• Drove revenue growth and market leadership. Expanded the sales pipeline to $50 million annually, secured Datacom’s largest tender, and won key security contracts with top companies, solidifying the company’s market leadership.
• Optimized operations and strengthened cybersecurity standards: automated key processes, saving 30% in resources, and influencing global cybersecurity standards by shaping the Skills Framework for the Information Age.

Duties

• Established a successful consultancy firm specializing in digital transformation and advanced information risk management.
• Advised the UK government's cybersecurity research and innovation program, overseeing investments exceeding $1.3 billion to advance national cybersecurity capabilities.
• Served as CISO for Centrality.AI, developing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to safeguard over $700 million in critical information assets.
• Pioneered blockchain security solutions for financial transactions, establishing industry-leading practices in this emerging field.
• Directed digital transformation strategies for clinical practices, optimizing the handling and protection of clinical information.
• Developed and executed technology migration strategies, facilitating the transition from legacy systems to modern, integrated platforms for enhanced security and operational efficiency.

Achievement

• Drove cybersecurity innovation, advised the UK government’s cybersecurity programme with investments of over $1.3 billion, and pioneered blockchain security solutions for financial transactions, setting industry standards..
• Led digital transformation and security. Served as CISO at Centrality.AI, safeguarding $700M in critical assets, and developed technology migration strategies, improving security and operational efficiency for clinical practices.

Duties

• Ensured successful core data migration during the Financial Conduct Authority’s digital transformation.
• Ensured the availability of public-facing digital services at the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre.
• Developed and implemented a cybersecurity strategy and governance frameworks for a dual-listed blue-chip company, resulting in ISO 27001 accreditation and enhanced risk management.
• Provided strategic consultancy services to government and defense sector clients, operating within high-security environments, and contributed to significant cybersecurity transformations and policy development.
• Managed supplier and partner relationships for the UK Government’s National Cyber Program, achieving 300% growth in cybersecurity initiatives and program impact.
• Led a team of over 200 cross-industry outsourced suppliers and vendors, managing relationships and contracts worth £150 million annually, and delivering complex solutions across sectors.

Achievement

• Spearheaded cybersecurity transformation. Developed and implemented cybersecurity strategies for a dual-listed blue-chip company, securing ISO 27001 accreditation, and significantly improving risk management processes.
• Managed major cybersecurity programs, led the UK Government’s National Cyber Programmed, achieving 300% growth in cybersecurity initiatives, and managing relationships with over 200 suppliers, delivering complex solutions across sectors.