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Webinar: Building your cyber security career - The credentials needed for management and specialist roles

Wednesday, 23 April 2025

3:00 – 4:00 pm (BST)

Build your cyber security career

The cyber security industry is evolving rapidly, with mid-career professionals increasingly in demand to lead teams, manage complex programmes, and implement critical frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST CSF. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM and CCSP have become essential for advancing into management and specialist roles.

This webinar provides actionable strategies for professionals looking to take the next step in their cyber security careers. Whether you aim to specialise in a niche area or move into leadership, you’ll gain insights on how to position yourself as a top candidate in this dynamic field.

Join us to explore in-demand specialist roles, essential certifications and proven pathways to elevate your career in cyber security.

Agenda

During this webinar, we’ll discuss:

  • Specialist areas to focus on for career growth.
  • Key certifications to boost credibility and expertise.
  • Transitioning into management roles and leading teams.
  • Implementing best practices through cyber security frameworks.
  • Proven pathways to senior-level cyber security positions.

What you’ll gain by attending:

  • Actionable career insights: Learn the steps needed to transition into management or specialist roles.
  • Expert guidance: Hear from industry veterans with years of hands-on experience.
  • Practical advice: Discover how to combine existing skills with new certifications to accelerate your career.
  • CPD/CPE certification: Earn a certificate of attendance to claim 1 CPD/CPE point for your professional development.

Q&A with our experts

Ask questions directly to our speakers about career advancement and cyber security frameworks.

Meet our speakers

Delivered by:

Nikolay Nikolaev

Nikolay Nikolaev
Information Security Specialist and Instructor, IT Governance

Nikolay started his information security career in 2007 as a computer security specialist within the energy sector and quickly rose to senior security positions.

His most recent roles were in the telecom and finance sectors as a global and then a local information security officer.

Nikolay has also worked as an ISO 27001 lead assessor and as a client manager at BSI.

Nikolay’s professional certifications include:

  • MSc in Cyber Security;
  • Certified CSA STAR Auditor;
  • ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor; and
  • ISO 27001:2022 Lead Implementer.

Soji Obunjobi
Cyber Security Specialist, IT Governance

Soji has over a decade of experience in cyber security and specialises in guiding organisations to achieve compliance with industry standards. His expertise spans incident management, team leadership, and implementing robust frameworks like ISO 27001.


Hosted by:

Andrew Johnston

Andrew Johnston
Divisional Director - Training, IT Governance

Andrew leads the design and development of exceptional training programmes focused on privacy and cyber security.

His career as a sales and operations leader in training and education organisations has included delivering high-quality training to more than 15,000 people annually. He won Interserve Group’s Team of the Year award in the process.

Andrew has demonstrated excellence in performance turnaround, mobilising large and complex projects, building new solutions, and leading teams to exceed service and stakeholder expectations.

He is passionate about enabling or equipping organisations and people with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape, helping them enhance their growth, development and success.

Don’t miss this opportunity to build your cyber security career

Register now to secure your spot for this insightful webinar and take a decisive step towards building your career as a cyber security specialist.

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