Christopher King

Background

About Christopher King

Cybersecurity Architect Manager | City of Wolverhampton Experienced Cybersecurity Architect Manager with a proven track record in leading and implementing comprehensive security strategies. Previously served as the Cyber Security Architect, where I played a pivotal role in driving the Council's Digital Transformation initiatives. Key Skills and Responsibilities:* Cybersecurity Strategy: Developing and overseeing the implementation of robust cybersecurity strategies aligned with organisational objectives.* Technology Leadership: Expertise in managing and implementing modern technologies to enhance security posture, including Azure AD Connect, ADFS, Teams, MDE, MDO, MDI, MCAS, Intune, Exchange Hybrid, Azure platform, Conditional Access, MFA, Identity management, SSO, Privileged Identity management, Endpoint protection, Azure storage migration, SharePoint migration, AutoPilot, VPN technologies, Firewall implementation and management, BYOD, Disaster recovery, Sentinel, and Microsoft XDR.* Project Management: Leading and executing complex cybersecurity projects, collaborating with business stakeholders and external partners to deliver successful outcomes.* Risk Management: Assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks to protect sensitive data and systems.* Compliance: Ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Achievements:* Successfully implemented a "Defence in Depth" approach to strengthen the Council's cybersecurity posture.* Led the migration of critical systems to the Azure cloud, improving scalability and resilience.* Implemented advanced threat detection and response capabilities to proactively address security incidents.* Established a strong cybersecurity culture within the organisation, fostering awareness and best practices. I am passionate about driving innovation and protecting organisations from emerging cybersecurity threats.