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Jay A.

Trailblazer · DISC type DI
Head of Group IT Security at DFS
📍 Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

Jay A. is the Head of Group IT Security at DFS, specializing in risk management, IAM, and service management. With a background including senior roles at IBM and Sopra Steria, he holds CISM, M_o_R, and Prince2 certifications. Colleagues describe him as dedicated, hard-working, and an inspiring, client-focused leader who delivers high-quality results.

Outside of his professional life, Jay is a proud father who shares family milestones. He is also a supportive member of his professional community, frequently using his platform to promote and commend the work and character of his colleagues and contacts, showcasing a generous and encouraging nature.

Jay consistently earns praise for taking ownership of issues and driving them to resolution time and time again.

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Current Role
Head of Group IT Security
Location
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Jay shows up

Informal
Charismatic
Assertive

They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies. They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Priorities

Topics Jay cares about

IT Security Strategy
As Head of Group IT Security, he is responsible for developing the comprehensive information security strategy and roadmap for his company.
Risk & Compliance
His career includes roles as a Global Risk and Compliance Lead, and he holds a Management of Risk (M_o_R) Practitioner certification.
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Career

Work history

2-2021
Head of Group IT Security
DFS
8-2018 - 1-2021
Operational IT Security Manager
Sopra Steria
12-2017 - 8-2018
IBM Account Service Transition Manager
IBM
8-2015 - 12-2017
IBM Global Risk and Compliance Lead - WPP Account
IBM
5-2014 - 8-2015
Identity & Access Management UKI Service Line Owner
IBM
In the press

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Education
Education details unavailable
Bigwood School
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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