Matthew Port

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DISC Type : c

Information Security Manager at VodafoneThree

Fleet, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Matthew is an Information Security Manager at VodafoneThree, specializing in ISO27001/ISO22301 audits, security assurance, and crisis management. A University of Exeter graduate and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), he has a track record of implementing robust governance and response plans.

With a background in public service at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Matthew maintains a strong interest in the UKs public and defense sectors. This experience provides him with a unique perspective on security and governance in both corporate and government environments.

He received three performance awards within his first six months as an Information Security Specialist at Vodafone.

Personality Overview

Cautious & Analytical

Systematic

Value Seeker

They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation.  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Topics They Care About

InfoSec Standards
He manages internal ISO27001 and ISO22301 audits and holds multiple certifications, including CISM and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer.
Crisis Management
Acts as a crisis manager for VodafoneThree, where he is responsible for developing the company's crisis response plans.
Third-Party Governance
A core part of his experience includes providing assurance and governance of third-party information security to ensure compliance and oversight.

Media Appearances

Matthew has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024
Information Security Manager at VodafoneThree
10-2023 - 6-2024
Information Security Specialist at Vodafone
5-2022 - 9-2023
IT Customer Experience Specialist at Vodafone
9-2021 - 5-2022
Business Staff at Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
9-2020 - 9-2021
Graduate scheme - Customer Experience Tech Ops Enterprise at Vodafone

Education

2016 - 2019
Modern History from University of Exeter
9-2014 - 7-2016
Mathematics from The 6th Form College Farnborough

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Insights For Selling To Matthew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Back up any claims with data and numbers

DONT's

  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Matthew is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Matthew

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Matthew move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Matthew take some risk or not?

  • They can take some risk if they are confident that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Matthew

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