Matthew Twells
About Matthew Twells
Matthew Twells is a Senior Solutions Architect at Bishop Fox, with a diverse background in cybersecurity and IT risk management. He has held various positions in organizations such as Grant Thornton LLP, Vanguard, and the UK Ministry of Defence, and has contributed to multiple publications in the field.
Current Role at Bishop Fox
Matthew Twells serves as a Senior Solutions Architect at Bishop Fox, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he engages in technical quality assurance and collaborates with the Solutions Architect and Content Marketing teams. His work focuses on developing solutions that enhance cybersecurity measures and improve client outcomes.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Matthew Twells has extensive experience in cybersecurity. He worked at Grant Thornton LLP (US) as an Advisory IT Risk Experienced Manager for nine months in 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as IT Security and Privacy Engagement Manager at Vanguard for one year from 2021 to 2022. His role at CYSIAM as a Senior Technical Consultant spanned eight months in 2020 to 2021, and he also worked as a Penetration Tester at Information Risk Management (IRM) from 2019 to 2020.
Military Background
Matthew Twells served in the British Army's Royal Corps of Signals, specifically in the 11th Signal Regiment and 18th Signal Regiment (UKSF). His military experience provided him with a strong foundation in secure communications and technical operations.
Education and Certifications
Matthew Twells earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Reading. He holds three AWS certifications, which demonstrate his expertise in cloud computing and cloud security. His educational background supports his professional roles in IT and cybersecurity.
Publications and Contributions
Matthew Twells is an author and co-author of cybersecurity literature. He self-published the 'Cybersecurity Field Manual' in January 2020. Additionally, he co-authored 'Networking Basics for Hackers' with Joshua Marpet, which is scheduled for release by No Starch Press in Spring 2023. His contributions to the field extend to training design and instruction, enhancing capacity development in cybersecurity.