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that both regulatory pathways are working in parallel for the benefit of the business .
What are your priorities when planning your security strategy for the year ahead ? and determine if there are solutions or processes that can be implemented which will mitigate or remove them .
Can you describe a typical day for you in the role of Head of Information Security and Data Privacy ?
Generally , I will meet with my team first thing in a morning . This meeting is as much a well-being conversation as it is a daily agenda , particularly since the increase in remote working due to the pandemic . We discuss any relevant security / privacy news items that may pertain to the business and talk about the day ahead . It is an excellent opportunity for the different teams to share relevant business updates . It ’ s also an opportunity to check on morale which is important in lieu of any traditional office contact .
Throughout the day , I will likely attend several project board meetings relating to general business change .
I will also meet with key senior stakeholders around the business to understand what their priorities are and identify how security / privacy must be incorporated into those plans .
I am a member of a number of external peer groups who meet regularly during the working day to discuss security and privacy challenges . Group members hail from a variety of different industries and as such , are an invaluable resource . We
The threat of ransomware presents our biggest challenge , but as with many organisations , insider threat also has the potential to disrupt the business .
discuss common challenges and share best practice methodologies . In addition , we have the opportunity to hear valuable presentations from both regulators and security services .
Committee meetings are also a significant part of my day .
Outside of work , I hold the position of Chair of Governors at a Westminster primary school . I have been a school governor for over three years now and find it very rewarding . It provides me with development opportunities and I would recommend it to anyone as a great way of giving some time back to the community .
On the weekends , I enjoy time with my family , dog walking and rebuilding my 1967 Series 2A Land Rover . It ’ s safe to say that I ’ m a Green Oval addict ! u
First and foremost , we must all understand the strategic aims of the firm . We must also consider any regulatory changes and be prepared to adhere to them when they come into force .
We will take a look at any present-day threats and those that are on the horizon , to identify gaps in systems or awareness .
Finally , we must consider any risks that have been identified within the business
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