Sidney Eyre
About Sidney Eyre
Sidney Eyre is a Junior Information Security Analyst with a background in cybersecurity, holding a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Master of Science in Cyber Security from the University of Kent. He has gained practical experience through internships at the Civil Aviation Authority and Legal & General, and has focused on information security since 2019.
Work at Legal & General
Sidney Eyre has been employed at Legal & General as a Junior Information Security Analyst since 2021. In this role, he focuses on maintaining and enhancing the company's cybersecurity measures. Prior to his current position, he completed a one-month internship at Legal & General in 2019, where he gained foundational knowledge of the company's security protocols and practices. This early experience contributed to his understanding of information security within a corporate environment.
Education and Expertise
Sidney Eyre holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Computer Science from the University of Kent, which he completed from 2017 to 2020. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Cyber Security from the same institution, finishing in 2021. Additionally, he earned a BTEC Extended Diploma in Information Technology from Bexhill 6th Form College between 2014 and 2017. His educational background provides a solid foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of information security.
Background
Sidney Eyre began his academic journey at The Causeway School, where he achieved 12 GCSEs graded A* - C, including English and Maths, from 2009 to 2014. His interest in information security developed during his studies, leading him to pursue further education in the field. Since at least 2019, he has been actively involved in the information security sector, demonstrating a commitment to building a career in cybersecurity.
Internship Experience
In 2020, Sidney Eyre participated in a security monitoring internship at the Civil Aviation Authority for two months. This role provided him with hands-on experience in the aviation sector, enhancing his understanding of security monitoring practices. His earlier internship at Legal & General in 2019 also contributed to his practical knowledge of information security, allowing him to apply his academic learning in real-world scenarios.