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I am a senior business support and compliance professional with over 20 years of experience helping organisations improve efficiency, reduce risk and deliver high-quality work. My background spans business operations, administration, documentation, information security, data protection, website management, HR and process improvement, giving me a broad range of skills that I apply to every project. During my career, I spent almost 15 years helping to build and support a successful business, progressing to the role of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), where I led information security, GDPR compliance, ISO 27001 certification, risk management and governance initiatives. That experience has given me a strong commercial understanding of how businesses operate and the importance of delivering reliable, practical solutions rather than unnecessary complexity. Today, through Stu Walsh Ltd., I provide flexible remote support to businesses of all sizes. Whether you need help with business administration, documentation, compliance, research, website management, virtual assistance, policy development or specialist information security advice, I deliver professional, organised and dependable support tailored to your requirements. My qualifications include Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), Security Awareness and Culture Professional (SACP), and ISO 27001 ISMS Lead Auditor. I was also recognised as one of The CIO World's Most Influential CISOs of the Year 2024. Clients value my professionalism, attention to detail, clear communication and ability to quickly understand complex requirements. I pride myself on delivering work that is accurate, well organised and completed to a consistently high standard. Services include: > Business and Administrative Support > Virtual Assistant Services > Documentation and Report Writing > Business Process Improvement > Website Management > Research and Data Analysis > GDPR and Data Protection Support > ISO 27001 and Compliance >Risk Management >Information Security Consultancy If you're looking for an experienced, reliable professional who takes ownership of your project and delivers quality work on time, I'd be pleased to discuss how I can help. Recent client feedback: "Great job, punctual, excellent communication. I would like to work with him again".
he has done great job so punctual excellent communication i would like to work with him again
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He is really hardworking. You can relay on him for your work.
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Experience
Managing Director
May, 2024 - Present
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2 years, 1 month
Stu Walsh Ltd.
May, 2024 - Present
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2 years, 1 month
Stu Walsh Ltd. is a consultancy business focused on enhancing the information security framework of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the United Kingdom. Established by Stuart Walsh, a proven expert in information security and data protection, our company specialises in delivering bespoke consultancy and comprehensive training programs tailored to the unique needs of our clients.

Derbyshire, United Kingdom
May, 2024 - Present
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2 years, 1 month
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Aug, 2018 - May, 2024
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5 years, 9 months
Blue Stream Academy Ltd.
Aug, 2018 - May, 2024
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5 years, 9 months
I was the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Blue Stream Academy Ltd. who are a leading provider of online training and HR solutions to healthcare organisations in the UK. I oversaw the organisation’s information security strategies, ensuring the protection of sensitive data, and complying with healthcare industry-specific regulations and standards.

Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Aug, 2018 - May, 2024
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5 years, 9 months
Education
HNC In Sport and Leisure Management
1995 - 1996
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1 year

United Kingdom
1995 - 1996
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1 year
BTEC National Diploma in Sports Studies
1993 - 1995
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2 years

United Kingdom
1993 - 1995
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2 years
Qualifications
ISO27001 ISMS Lead Auditor
2019
BSI
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques.
2019
Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
2022
ISC2
The vendor-neutral CC credential starts newcomers on their path to advanced cybersecurity certifications and future leadership roles. It proves to organizations that newly certified team members understand fundamental security principles and operations, network security and access controls and that they have the skills to meet and exceed performance standards in their beginning roles.
2022
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
2020
ISACA
The management-focused CISM is the globally accepted standard for individuals who design, build and manage enterprise information security programs.
2020
Publications
The Most Influential CISOs of the Year 2024
2023
The CIO World Magazine
I am proud to have been listed as one of ‘The Most Influential CISOs of the Year 2024’ by The CIO World Magazine. https://issuu.com/insightssuccess22/docs/the_most_influential_cisos_of_the_year_2024_januar
2023
Certifications
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