Andrew A.
About Andrew A.
Andrew A. is a Lead Security Engineer at Ometria in London, England, with extensive experience in cloud security and compliance. He has held various roles at IBM, contributing to security architecture and developing security protocols for WebSphere MQ over a span of several years.
Current Role at Ometria
Andrew A. serves as the Lead Security Engineer at Ometria, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has contributed to the security architecture of the company, enhancing its cybersecurity posture. His responsibilities include developing and implementing security protocols and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience at IBM
Andrew A. has a significant history with IBM, where he held various roles over several years. He worked as a Cloud Security Analytics professional from 2015 to 2017, and later as a Cloud Network DevOps and Compliance engineer for four months in 2019. His tenure also included positions such as Cloud Security and Compliance Team Lead from 2017 to 2019, and WebSphere MQ Software Developer in the Security and Governance Team from 2011 to 2015.
Educational Background
Andrew A. studied at Loughborough University, where he earned a Master of Computer Science (MComp) from 1999 to 2004. Prior to that, he attended Barton Peveril College in Eastleigh, Hampshire, where he completed A-levels in Mathematics, Physics, and Computing, along with an AS-level in Government and Politics. He also holds 12 GCSEs from Swanmore Secondary School, including top grades in English, Mathematics, and Double Science.
Expertise in Cloud Security and Compliance
Andrew A. possesses extensive experience in cloud security and compliance, having led teams in these areas during his time at IBM. His expertise includes security analytics, which he developed while working in Cloud Security Analytics. He played a key role in developing security protocols for WebSphere MQ, showcasing his capability in enhancing security measures within complex systems.
Transition from DevOps to Security Engineering
Andrew A. has a strong background in DevOps, having transitioned from a Lead DevOps Engineer to a Lead Security Engineer at Ometria. His experience in DevOps has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the integration of development and operations, which he now applies to his security engineering role.