Brad Cox
About Brad Cox
Brad Cox serves as the Head of the Cyber Security Operations Centre at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2018. He has a strong background in information security, having held various roles in both the public and private sectors, and possesses advanced degrees in Electronic Systems Engineering and Information Security.
Current Role at Nationwide Building Society
Brad Cox serves as the Head of Cyber Security Operations Centre at Nationwide Building Society. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's cyber security strategy and operations. His role involves overseeing the security operations and ensuring the protection of digital assets against cyber threats.
Previous Experience at Nationwide Building Society
Prior to his current role, Brad Cox worked at Nationwide Building Society as a Senior Manager for Security Risk & Controls for a duration of four months in 2018. In this capacity, he focused on managing security risks and implementing controls to safeguard the organization’s information systems.
Background in Information Security
Brad Cox has a background in information security, having worked at the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in various roles. He served as an Information Security Policy/Relationship Development officer from 2006 to 2007 and as an Assurance Officer from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, he worked as an Information Security Compliance Auditor at DCTO from 2004 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Brad Cox holds a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Electronic Systems Engineering from Cranfield University, which he completed from 1998 to 2001. He also earned a Master of Science in Information Security from Royal Holloway, University of London, studying from 2007 to 2010. His education supports his versatile skill set in cyber security, covering strategic, business, tactical, and technical aspects.
Achievements in Cyber Security
Brad Cox has developed an automated cyber incident response system, demonstrating his expertise in creating efficient security processes. He has been involved in assessing cyber risk and defining security requirements for IT transformations, showcasing his significant experience in defining, developing, and running Security Operations capabilities for various clients.