Alexander Richards
About Alexander Richards
Alexander Richards serves as the Head of Insider Threat Programme at Investec, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in information security, having previously held positions at Deloitte and the London Borough of Hillingdon, and he specializes in risk identification and mitigation strategies.
Work at Investec
Alexander Richards has been serving as the Head of Insider Threat Programme at Investec since 2019. In this role, he focuses on identifying and mitigating insider threats within the organization. He also chairs the Technology Risk Assurance Board, where he oversees the certification of systems and services used in a production environment. Additionally, he has developed a Data Loss Prevention service architecture and manages its operational delivery, ensuring that the organization maintains robust security measures.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Prior to his current role, Alexander Richards worked at Deloitte as an Information Security Manager from 2012 to 2016. During his four years in this position, he was based in London, United Kingdom. His responsibilities included managing various aspects of business security, contributing to the development of security protocols and strategies that enhanced the firm's information security posture.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Richards studied at Canberra Grammar School from 2004 to 2013. He later attended The Australian National University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from 2015 to 2019. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, has equipped him with a strong foundation in identifying business risks early within project lifecycles and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
Background in ICT Management
Before his tenure at Deloitte, Alexander Richards worked as an ICT FM Contract Manager for the London Borough of Hillingdon from 2007 to 2009. This role involved managing information and communication technology contracts, which provided him with valuable insights into the operational aspects of ICT management. His experience in this position contributed to his overall expertise in information systems security.
Achievements in Information Security
Throughout his career, Alexander Richards has established significant security services, including a Confidentiality Assurance security service that provides auditable evidence of fulfilled confidentiality obligations. His work emphasizes the importance of compliance and accountability in information security, reflecting his commitment to enhancing security frameworks within organizations.