Paul Clifford
About Paul Clifford
Paul Clifford serves as an Embedded Risk Manager (Network Engineer) at Investec Bank in Central IT UK, where he has worked since 2007. He has extensive experience in network and security solutions, particularly within international law firms, and holds a National N6 Diploma in Electronic Engineering.
Work at Investec
Paul Clifford has been employed at Investec Bank since 2007, where he serves as an Embedded Risk Manager in the Central IT division in the UK. His role involves managing network risks and ensuring the security of the bank's IT infrastructure. With over 17 years of experience at Investec, he has contributed to the development and implementation of network and security solutions tailored for the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Paul Clifford studied at Germiston Technical College, where he pursued a National N6 Diploma in Electronic Engineering from 1995 to 1997. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in electronic systems and engineering principles. His expertise extends to LAN/WAN technologies, utilizing Cisco equipment, and VoIP systems, specifically Cisco Call Manager and Unity.
Background
Paul Clifford has extensive experience working with international law firms, where he provided network and security solutions. His professional journey has allowed him to develop a wide range of expertise and contacts through exposure to some of the largest firms in South Africa, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and requirements in various sectors.
Certifications and Specializations
Paul Clifford holds an ISO27001 certification, which reflects his strong understanding of information security management. He specializes in firewall technologies, particularly Cisco ASA, Checkpoint VSX, and Palo Alto. Additionally, he possesses core product knowledge in various technologies, including Cisco, Checkpoint, Nortel, Novell, Palo Alto, Websense, and Bluecoat. His experience also includes working with content inspection technologies.
Previous Employment at Datacraft
Prior to his role at Investec, Paul Clifford worked as a Senior Network Engineer at Datacraft from 2000 to 2002. During his two years at Datacraft, he gained valuable experience in network engineering, which contributed to his skill set and prepared him for his future roles in network risk management and security.