Jessica Papps
About Jessica Papps
Jessica Papps is the Head of Infrastructure Security at AXA XL, a position she has held since 2022 in London. She has extensive experience in IT and security, having worked in various roles at SKYCITY Entertainment Group, Company85, and XL Catlin over the past two decades.
Current Role at AXA XL
Jessica Papps serves as the Head of Infrastructure Security at AXA XL, a position she has held since 2022. Based in London, England, she oversees the security of infrastructure systems, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and compliance with industry standards. Her role involves strategic planning and implementation of security measures to mitigate risks associated with infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Previous Experience at SKYCITY Entertainment Group
Jessica Papps worked at SKYCITY Entertainment Group for a total of five years, from 2005 to 2012. During her tenure, she held multiple positions, including Technical Services Specialist and Application Team Lead. In these roles, she contributed to the development and support of applications, enhancing the overall IT infrastructure of the organization. Her experience at SKYCITY provided her with a solid foundation in application support and technical services.
Career Progression in IT Consulting
Jessica Papps has a background in IT consulting, having worked at Company85 and XL Catlin. At Company85, she served as an IT Consultant for ten months in 2016. Following this, she worked at XL Catlin in various consulting roles, including Infrastructure Improvement Manager and IT Consultant, from 2016 to 2021. Her consulting experience has equipped her with a diverse skill set in infrastructure management and improvement.
Educational Background in Computer Systems
Jessica Papps studied Computer Systems at Unitec New Zealand, where she completed her degree from 2000 to 2003. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in computer systems and technology, which has been instrumental in her career in IT and infrastructure security.
Experience in Infrastructure Management
Throughout her career, Jessica Papps has held several positions focused on infrastructure management. She worked as an Infrastructure Security Operations Manager at AXA XL from 2021 to 2022 and as an Infrastructure Improvement Manager at both XL Catlin and AXA XL from 2017 to 2021. These roles involved overseeing infrastructure projects and implementing improvements to enhance operational efficiency and security.