Andrew Rice

I help CIOs of pre-merger companies achieve successful exit by leading the mitigation of cybersecurity breaches and reducing regulatory risk.

Keenly focused on propelling enterprise-wide success through proactive change management and comprehensive, strategic initiatives, I am able to drive exceptional across-the-board performance by revitalising under-performing areas and capturing new opportunities for growth. My track record of success has been reinforced by recruiting high-calibre talent and encouraging professional growth at all levels. Confident I can deliver the same results with your organisation, I invite you to review my CV in detail.

Highlights of the qualifications and background I offer include…

• Skilled in devising, delivering and overseeing innovative cyber security programmes to senior stakeholders.
• Possess expertise to develop GDPR readiness programme and manage the impact of new privacy laws 
• Proven expert in building and directing cohesive IT teams, boosting operational output, and aligning strategies according to business requirements.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• Reduced risk of non-compliance to corporate policies by over 90% by implementing an Information Security Management system and attaining SOC 2, HIPAA, Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), PCI and ISO 27001 certification leading to a successful acquisition.
• Reduced the risk of a €90 million fine by over 95% for an international bank by implementing a global security infrastructure.
• Implemented a risk management regime and reduced cyber risk by over 50% leading to the successful sale of a Fintech company 

• Master of Science Degree (distinction) in Cyber Security at Northumbria University 
• ISC2 – CISSP #342227
• CESG – Listed Advisor CLAS (UK governments Communications Electronic Security Group now part of the National Cyber Security Centre)
• IBM – Media Training
• TONY ROBBINS – Life Mastery
• International Coaching Academy – master’s in leadership
• Coaching Academy – Certified Life Coach