Lorna Spence
About Lorna Spence
Lorna Spence is the Group Scout Leader at the 100th Pentland Scout Group and has a diverse background in banking and security management, primarily with RBS. She holds multiple qualifications in banking, human resources, and information security, and has been actively involved in community leadership since 2016.
Current Role at The Scouts
Lorna Spence serves as the Group Scout Leader at the 100th Pentland Scout Group in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. She has held this position since 2016, demonstrating her commitment to youth leadership and community engagement. In this role, she oversees the activities and development of the Scout group, fostering a supportive environment for young people to learn and grow.
Previous Experience at RBS
Lorna Spence has extensive experience at RBS, where she held multiple roles over a span of several years. She worked as a Customer Security Manager on secondment for five months in 2016, and as a Portfolio Manager in Security & Fraud Solutions from 2016 to 2017. Her earlier roles included Programme Delivery Manager from 2011 to 2016 and Senior Consultant in Fraud Prevention from 2004 to 2007. These positions contributed to her expertise in security and fraud management.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Lorna Spence has a solid educational foundation in banking and management. She studied at the University of St Andrews, earning a MA Joint Hons in Management with Psychology from 1992 to 1996. Additionally, she achieved Chartered Member status at The Chartered Banker Institute after studying Banking and Financial Support Services from 1996 to 2006. She also holds a Licentiate degree from The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development and a Certificate in Information Security Management (CISM) from ISACA.
Agile Methodologies and Security Focus
Lorna Spence has a strong focus on cultural and organizational change within the Security function at RBS. She emphasizes the implementation of agile methodologies to enhance security practices. Her training as a SAFe 5 Agilist from Scaled Agile Inc from 2018 to 2020 further supports her expertise in agile frameworks, allowing her to drive improvements in security processes.
Professional Development and Skills
Lorna Spence possesses extensive experience in role development and communications, which complements her professional qualifications. Her career at RBS included various managerial positions, such as Manager of Strategic Role Development and Manager of Financial Crime Framework Design Authority. This diverse background equips her with a comprehensive skill set in leadership, security, and human resources.