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    Richard Starnes
    Expert Profile

    Richard Starnes

    Consultant
    Liveryman in the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT)

    Professional Background

    Mr Richard Starnes is deeply dedicated to education, mentorship, and strengthening the broader cybersecurity community. He actively contributes as a Liveryman in the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT), where he serves as the Chair for the Security Panel. He also serves as a Non-Executive Director for the Cyber Resilience Centre for London, providing vital support to small businesses, and as a School Governor for Lenham School, offering strategic guidance. He is passionate about developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals, a commitment demonstrated by his work as a frequent guest lecturer at prestigious institutions including the University of Oxford, Internet Institute, Global Cyber Security Capacity Centre (GCSCC), Saïd Business School, and the London School of Economics. He holds a Master of Science in Information Security from Royal Holloway, University of London and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

    Expertise

    MSc in Information Security
    Royal Holloway
    University of London Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)