George Thompson

Cyber Security Consultant/Interim CISO

United Kingdom

About

Working with exceptionally talented cyber experts at Genium4 Ltd to deliver lasting change in cyber for our clients. Substantial successful experience in Information Security Consulting in major international companies. Experienced as a Security Manager in complex international organisations. Led service development and team building. In-depth knowledge of multiple sectors including Banking and Insurance, Telecommunications, Consumer and Manufacturing. An excellent consultant, communicator, negotiator and team leader. An exceptional risk and quality manager. Coached both clients and internal staff and delivered leadership development training. Experienced in: • Information Risk and Governance • Information Security Strategy • Security Architecture • Cyber Security Risk • Security Standards and Policies • Information Security Controls

Experience

  • Director at Genium4 Ltd
    Sep 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 11 mos

  • Cyber Improvement Program Director at Travelex
    May 2021 - Apr 2024 · 3 yrs

    Designed and delivered the cyber improvement program following a cyber incident within budget and timeframe. Developed risk reduction and maturity targets and metrics reporting to the board and execs.

  • Cyber Security Consultant/CISO at CYBERTONIC LTD
    Jan 2015 - Dec 2019 · 5 yrs

  • Cyber / Information Security Consultant / Manager at uk
    Jan 2015 - Sep 2018 · 3 yrs 9 mos

    Self employed Information Security, Cyber and Data Protection consultant. Experienced across many sectors and with knowledge of all Security domains. Acted as Interim CISO. Lead the design and implementation of numerous security improvement programmes.

  • Advisor at Secgate
    Mar 2017 - May 2018 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Advisor providing business, product and selling support to this new exciting technology company