Matthew Thompson
About Matthew Thompson
Matthew Thompson is a Cloud Security Architect with extensive experience in cloud security and infrastructure management. He has worked at Quadient since 2021 and is a member of ClubCISO since 2019, contributing to various projects including Proof of Concept implementations and architecture design.
Work at Quadient
Matthew Thompson has been employed at Quadient as a Cloud Security Architect since 2021. His role involves implementing security measures and developing solutions to enhance cloud infrastructure. He conducted a Proof of Concept (PoC) with Prowler to evaluate configurations against industry best practices. Additionally, he implemented a PoC for zero-trust based IoT device access to AWS API, specifically for Quadient's lockers. His responsibilities also include designing a centralized global network access point using AWS Gateway and managing a sprint-based workflow with a backlog and epics using Jira and Excel.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Thompson studied Computer Sciences at the University of Bath, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1996 to 2002. He also attended King's School Peterborough. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in cloud security and architecture. He has developed a GitOps CI/CD pipeline for managing Terraform, incorporating a protected branch policy to ensure peer review using GitLab.
Background
Matthew Thompson has been a member of ClubCISO since 2019, contributing to discussions and initiatives focused on cybersecurity. He has experience in creating global architecture diagrams that outline both current and future states of technology infrastructure. His professional journey spans multiple years in the field of cloud security, with a focus on implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
Achievements
During his tenure at Quadient, Matthew Thompson has successfully conducted various projects that enhance cloud security. He has implemented a Proof of Concept (PoC) for zero-trust based IoT device access to AWS API and created a GitOps CI/CD pipeline for Terraform management. His work includes designing a centralized global network access point using AWS Gateway and developing global architecture diagrams to visualize technology infrastructure.