Alastair Weir
About Alastair Weir
Alastair Weir serves as the Head of Cyber Security at AXA UK, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at CGI and HMGCC, where he specialized in security operations and digital forensics.
Current Role at AXA UK
Alastair Weir serves as the Head of Cyber Security at AXA UK. He has been in this role since 2022. His responsibilities include overseeing the organization's cyber security strategy, ensuring the protection of sensitive information, and managing security incidents. His extensive experience in the field contributes to the development and implementation of robust security measures within the company.
Previous Experience at CGI
Prior to his current position, Alastair Weir held multiple roles at CGI. He served as the Managing Director of Security Operations, Incident Response, and Advanced Threat from 2015 to 2022. He also worked as a Senior Cyber Security Architect and Advanced Threat Investigation Leader for a year in 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he was the UK Cyber Security Head of Advanced Threat Investigations from 2015 to 2016. His tenure at CGI spanned seven years, during which he focused on enhancing security operations and incident response capabilities.
Experience at HMGCC
Alastair Weir worked at HMGCC as the Digital Forensics Team Leader from 2005 to 2014. In this role, he led a team focused on digital forensics, contributing to investigations and enhancing the organization's capabilities in handling cyber threats. His nine years at HMGCC provided him with significant experience in the field of cyber security.
Education Background
Alastair Weir studied at Waddesdon Church Of England School, where he focused on Business and Commerce from 1999 to 2001. This educational background laid the foundation for his future career in cyber security and management, equipping him with essential skills relevant to his professional roles.