Stephen Jones
About Stephen Jones
Stephen Jones serves as the Managing Director for the UK and Nordics at the SANS Institute, bringing 30 years of experience as a Solicitor Advocate specializing in complex international cases and cyber law.
Work at SANS Institute
Stephen Jones has served as the Managing Director for the UK and Nordics at SANS Institute since 2014. In this role, he has overseen operations in the EMEA region for a decade. His leadership has been instrumental in delivering key initiatives such as the HMG Cyber Retraining Academy and the National Cyber Schools Programme, developed in collaboration with the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), Cabinet Office, GCHQ, and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
Education and Expertise
Stephen Jones studied Law at Nottingham Trent University, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. Hons). He furthered his legal education at The College of Law in Guildford, achieving the Law Society Finals. His academic background is complemented by his extensive professional experience as a Solicitor Advocate, specializing in serious high-cost cases and international multi-jurisdiction complex cases.
Background
Stephen Jones attended St Illtyd's College in Cardiff before pursuing higher education in law. With 30 years of experience in the legal field, he has developed a niche specialist cyber law firm that combines cyber security training with legal expertise, addressing advanced issues in cyber law.
Achievements in Cyber Law
Stephen Jones is recognized as one of the UK's leading lawyers in the field of Cyber Crime. He has handled complex and high-profile criminal prosecutions related to computer misuse. His significant experience includes managing cases of national importance, such as white-collar crime, serious fraud, and international drug conspiracies.