Chris Powell
About Chris Powell
Chris Powell serves as the Group Director of Security & IT at M-KOPA and has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having previously worked at GCHQ and the National Cyber Security Centre. He lectures on cybersecurity topics at Masterschool and has held various research and teaching positions in the field.
Current Role at M-KOPA
Chris Powell serves as the Group Director of Security & IT at M-KOPA since 2022. In this role, he oversees the security and IT strategies for the organization, ensuring the integrity and safety of their technological infrastructure. His responsibilities include implementing cybersecurity measures and developing innovative solutions to protect the company's assets.
Previous Experience at GCHQ
From 2012 to 2016, Chris Powell worked as a Deployed Operative at GCHQ. During his four-year tenure, he gained extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, contributing to national security efforts. His role involved engaging in various security initiatives and collaborating with other intelligence agencies.
Academic Involvement at Masterschool
Since 2023, Chris Powell has been a Lecturer at Masterschool, where he teaches both basic and advanced cybersecurity topics. His curriculum includes subjects such as cryptography and reverse engineering, aimed at equipping students with essential skills in the cybersecurity field.
Educational Background
Chris Powell studied at Birmingham City University from 2007 to 2010, focusing on Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. He achieved a degree in Computer Networks and Security, which laid the foundation for his career in cybersecurity and IT.
Expertise in Cybersecurity
Chris Powell possesses a strong foundation in various areas of cybersecurity, including telecommunications, IoT, and embedded systems. His expertise extends to 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G security, as well as IoT, embedded, ICS, SCADA, and automotive security. He is skilled in code review, reverse engineering, fuzzing, static analysis, and dynamic analysis.