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This list showcases the top United Kingdom based Manager operating in the Government space. If you think a Manager is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on editor@beststartup.co.uk.
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Companies House UK, Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Jan Schuster
Portfolio Manager – Private Equity Division of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
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About Abu Dhabi Investment Authority: Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is an investment management agency investing funds on behalf of the Government of Abu Dhabi.
Sebastian Shea
Portfolio Manager – Private Equity of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
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About Abu Dhabi Investment Authority: Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is an investment management agency investing funds on behalf of the Government of Abu Dhabi.
Marco Casassa Mont
Principal Cyber Security Consultant and Manager of BMT Group
Results-driven Senior Manager, Principal Cyber Consultant and enthusiastic technologist. Over 20 years of experience and leadership in: cyber security; cloud & enterprise solutions and architectures; consultancy and trusted advisory; strategy; research and innovation. Worked in CTO Offices as strategist & innovator. Business development and bids coordination. Team leadership. Lead & delivery of digital transformation and large projects for: cloud and enterprise security, cyber analytics & threat detection, risk analysis, security controls. Sectors: private, public, defence, financial, energy, telecommunication. (ISC)2 CISSP, (ISC)2 CCSP, MSc and BSc Computer Science, IEEE Senior member, CIISec member. • Lead and delivery of digital transformation, architectures, complex/large projects, software solutions, consulting for: enterprise and cloud security (Azure, AWS); SIEM, UEBA; cyber threat detection (advanced use of AI/ML); threat intelligence; EDR; VTM; cyber security operations; risk analysis; situational awareness; IAM; privacy. Proficient in Agile, DevOps methodologies. • Lead of technology strategies and roadmaps for: cloud and enterprise security; cyber security controls; SIEM; big data for security; IAM; Network Traffic Analysis & Management; privacy. • Lead of business development through innovation. Shaped and developed new business opportunities for next generation SIEM, security analytics for threat detection, new security controls for IAM & privacy, risk analysis. • Director of multi-party, interdisciplinary, international R&D security programmes: TSB EnCoRe; EU PRIME; IAM & Federated Identity Management. • Lead of multiple technology transfers into HP/HPE software security products. • Inventor and innovator (HP Labs, HPE CTO Office) with strong background in cyber security, cloud, big data, security analytics, SW architectures, IAM and privacy. Named inventor of 50+ patents, 31 granted patents. • Speaker and presenter at many public events, trade shows, conferences. Cited author of scientific publications. Published 60+ referred articles and papers. • Effective communicator at all levels in large organisations, including acting as trusted advisor. • Proficient in cyber security, cloud security (Azure, AWS, etc.), protective & detective security controls, cyber attacks, kill chain, APT threats, security risk management. • Proficient in cyber security standards / frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST security controls & risk guidelines, MITRE ATT&CK, NCSC CAF, CSA, OWASP, CIS. • Proficient in security operations and cyber incident response.
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About BMT Group: BMT Group Ltd is an international design, engineering, science, and risk management consultancy firm.
Andrew Buckle
Senior Manager of Bank of England
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About Bank of England: The Bank of England serves as the central bank of the United Kingdom.
Chris Cavey
Open Learning Manager of British Council(BIRAX)
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About British Council(BIRAX): British Council is a government institution that promotes culture, art, education, technology, and science.
Ken Dowling
Senior Projects Manager of Compass Informatics
Ken Dowling role as a senior projects manager encompasses a range of service areas, most particularly across systems development. Ken has a strong technology and GIS background, and as a senior company staff member has proven knowledge of company capabilities and client requirements. Ken holds a BA from University College Dublin, project management qualifications and technical qualifications.
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About Compass Informatics: Compass Informatics provides IT, GIS and data analytics solutions and services assist government and commercial organisations.
Elliot Burke
Business Development Manager of infini Group
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About infini Group, Trade Park Corporation: Infini delivers infrastructure services to governments, businesses, and intermediaries via its cloud-based grid architecture.
Richard Poate
Risk Manager of Office for Product Safety and Standards
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About Office for Product Safety and Standards: Office for Product Safety and Standards delivers consumer protection and supports business confidence, productivity, and growth.
Andrew Speakmaster
Project Manager – Qatar Petroleum & Office of National Statistics of Transitional Data Services,Inc.
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About Transitional Data Services,Inc.: Transitional Data Services,Inc. provides IT solutions & software to manage data consolidation, network & infrastructure design.
Gordon Wright
Programme Manager of Scottish Social Services Council
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About Scottish Social Services Council: Scottish Social Services Council regulates the social work, social care, and early years workforce.
Matt Clifton
Smart City Programme Manager of Leicester City Council
Matt Clifton is the Smart City Programme Manager at Leicester City Council. Matt is a Problem-solver and Team Player, who combines Strategic Vision with robust Programme Management, and delivers Smart Objectives to specification. Previously he has worked with the Greater London Authority, Milton Keynes Council, South East Midlands LEP, Department for Communities and Local Government, New Local Government Network and the European Parliament. Matt’s Experience, Knowledge and Skills include smart city programme and policy development, as well as project management and delivery. He has in-depth knowledge and experience of the many dimensions of smart cities, including, digital infrastructure, economic development, environmental sustainability and social inclusion. Matt has built and developed cross-sector partnerships at local, regional, national and European levels. He is also skilled at collaborative working with businesses, community organisations and universities. Matt has an MA in International Relations (Tokyo); MA in Mass Communications (London) and BA Hons in Economics & Politics with European Study (Exeter & Berlin). He is also a Qualified MSP Practitioner.
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About Leicester City Council: Leicester City Council is a branch of government that decided and implements laws regarding taxes, schools, and roads.
Freyja Lockwood
Smart City and Innovation Manager of Bristol City Council
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About Bristol City Council: Information for residents about Bristol City Council services including council tax,bins and recycling,schools, leisure,streets and parking.
Lisa Rourke
Compliance Manager of GamCheck
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About GamCheck: Web based service to check the status of UK Government licensed online casinos
