04 / Achievements

Academic and professional development

Certificates & Qualifications

May 2025

Professional Certificate

Certified Information Security Management Principles (CISMP) - BCS

UK/EU recognised information security certification providing a broad understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk management, security frameworks and organisational information security management.

January 2024

Professional Certificate

PCI-DSS Lead Implementer - GRC Solutions

Professional certification demonstrating expertise in implementing and managing PCI DSS compliance programmes including payment card data security, risk assessment, security controls, compliance management and preparation for PCI DSS assessments.

June 2022

BSC Computer Forensics & Security

Manchester Metropolitan University

Graduated with a degree focused on digital forensics, cybersecurity, network security, ethical hacking, incident response and information security management. Completed an industrial placement year at VMware, gaining hands-on experience in enterprise project management. Final-year dissertation specialised in digital forensics and social media platforms, examining the forensic acquisition, analysis and evidential challenges associated with social media investigations. The programme combined theoretical knowledge with practical application through industry-focused projects and an optional placement year.