Fractional CISO in Edinburgh

Fractional CISO support in Edinburgh, delivered by Richard J. Keenlyside - a senior technology operator with three decades of board-level leadership across UK and international businesses. Edinburgh is the UK's second-largest financial centre - banking, asset management, insurance and a fast-growing fintech cluster - with a credible technology and startup scene.

Sectors typically served in Edinburgh

How the engagement works

On-site days in Edinburgh by arrangement (typically monthly to fortnightly), with weekly remote cadence. Suitable for board engagements and risk committees.

Travel and on-site: Direct LNER service from London Kings Cross (~4h20) or 1-hour flights from London City and Heathrow. On-site days typically run from Charlotte Square or the city centre.

Genuine experience anchor

Group IT leadership at Tesco Bank, headquartered in Edinburgh - a multi-year programme across core banking technology, payments and operations.

Who this is for

Businesses handling sensitive data, in regulated sectors, or facing rising customer/insurer security requirements that exceed what an MSP or IT manager can credibly own.

Typical outcomes

Frequently asked questions

How is the Fractional CISO engagement structured in Edinburgh?

On-site days in Edinburgh by arrangement (typically monthly to fortnightly), with weekly remote cadence. Suitable for board engagements and risk committees.

What experience do you bring to Fractional CISO work in Edinburgh?

Group IT leadership at Tesco Bank, headquartered in Edinburgh - a multi-year programme across core banking technology, payments and operations.

Who is this Fractional CISO service typically for?

Businesses handling sensitive data, in regulated sectors, or facing rising customer/insurer security requirements that exceed what an MSP or IT manager can credibly own.

What does a typical Fractional CISO engagement deliver?

Most Fractional CISO engagements run for an initial 90-day discovery period followed by an ongoing leadership cadence. Typical outcomes include: A current-state security posture with a prioritised remediation plan; ISO 27001, SOC 2, Cyber Essentials Plus or equivalent readiness; Tested incident-response and crisis-communications playbooks; Credible board-level reporting on cyber risk.

How do travel and on-site days work for Edinburgh?

Direct LNER service from London Kings Cross (~4h20) or 1-hour flights from London City and Heathrow. On-site days typically run from Charlotte Square or the city centre.

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