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.Richard Grey (CISSP®)

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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Bright
📍 Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Richard is a Chief Information Security Officer with over 25 years of experience in the software industry, specializing in SaaS solutions and data security for private equity-backed firms. Described by colleagues as knowledgeable, eloquent, and patient, he holds a CISSP certification and a BSc from The University of Edinburgh.

Originally from Dublin and now based in Edinburgh, Richard is a dedicated family man who actively supports his daughters career aspirations. He is also a competitive athlete, demonstrating significant commitment and teamwork outside of his professional life.

He has represented Scotland on the international stage, competing in the Hockey Masters World Cup.

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Experience
31 Years
Current Role
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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SaaS Security & Compliance
As a CISO, his career focuses on securing SaaS platforms and PII data, ensuring compliance with standards like ISO 27001, GDPR, and Cyber Essentials.
AI & LLM Security
He shares content on AI development and the importance of security, transparency, and traceability in custom Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps) platforms.
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Career

Work history

9-2022
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Bright
10-2021 - 8-2022
Director of Information Security
FreeAgent
9-2017 - 10-2021
Head of Information Security
FreeAgent
7-2014 - 9-2017
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) | Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Curo
8-2005 - 7-2014
Head of Infrastructure & Security
Vebnet (part of the Standard Life Group of Companies)
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Education
1989 - 1993
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Joint Honours
The University of Edinburgh
1983 - 1989
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Sandford Park School, Dublin
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