Mostyn Thomas NCSC CCP
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I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work alongside Mostyn for around 2 years on the management board of the Network Group - a UK-based community of IT Service Providers, MSPs and Computer Retailers from across the whole of the UK, Guernsey, Ireland and other parts of Europe. Mostyn always impressed me with his carefully-balanced analysis and ability to evaluate different perspectives before arriving at his own, well-considered point of view. This was true of decision-making around strategic direction for the Group as much as it was pertaining to technical information or vendor-selection and negotiation. With relation to the latter, it was clear that he always sought a positive, win-win position for those seeking profitable partnerships yet he still was able to drive a good deal for group members. Mostyn has an empathetic style of leadership and direction - he is a strong mediator, able to see both sides of a situation and empathise accordingly - but he also has a strong focus to see an issue through to a satisfactory resolution. I commend him highly as a trustworthy advisor, great colleague and hard-working fellow board member.
I’ve known Mostyn for over a decade and he’s like no other person I know. Although he’s highly technical, he has outstanding personal skills and a very keen business mind. I had the honour of serving with him for over six years on the board of Network Group and always loved his focus to deliver results regardless of popular opinion. I have no hesitation in recommending Mostyn.
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work alongside Mostyn for around 2 years on the management board of the Network Group - a UK-based community of IT Service Providers, MSPs and Computer Retailers from across the whole of the UK, Guernsey, Ireland and other parts of Europe. Mostyn always impressed me with his carefully-balanced analysis and ability to evaluate different perspectives before arriving at his own, well-considered point of view. This was true of decision-making around strategic direction for the Group as much as it was pertaining to technical information or vendor-selection and negotiation. With relation to the latter, it was clear that he always sought a positive, win-win position for those seeking profitable partnerships yet he still was able to drive a good deal for group members. Mostyn has an empathetic style of leadership and direction - he is a strong mediator, able to see both sides of a situation and empathise accordingly - but he also has a strong focus to see an issue through to a satisfactory resolution. I commend him highly as a trustworthy advisor, great colleague and hard-working fellow board member.
I’ve known Mostyn for over a decade and he’s like no other person I know. Although he’s highly technical, he has outstanding personal skills and a very keen business mind. I had the honour of serving with him for over six years on the board of Network Group and always loved his focus to deliver results regardless of popular opinion. I have no hesitation in recommending Mostyn.
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work alongside Mostyn for around 2 years on the management board of the Network Group - a UK-based community of IT Service Providers, MSPs and Computer Retailers from across the whole of the UK, Guernsey, Ireland and other parts of Europe. Mostyn always impressed me with his carefully-balanced analysis and ability to evaluate different perspectives before arriving at his own, well-considered point of view. This was true of decision-making around strategic direction for the Group as much as it was pertaining to technical information or vendor-selection and negotiation. With relation to the latter, it was clear that he always sought a positive, win-win position for those seeking profitable partnerships yet he still was able to drive a good deal for group members. Mostyn has an empathetic style of leadership and direction - he is a strong mediator, able to see both sides of a situation and empathise accordingly - but he also has a strong focus to see an issue through to a satisfactory resolution. I commend him highly as a trustworthy advisor, great colleague and hard-working fellow board member.
I’ve known Mostyn for over a decade and he’s like no other person I know. Although he’s highly technical, he has outstanding personal skills and a very keen business mind. I had the honour of serving with him for over six years on the board of Network Group and always loved his focus to deliver results regardless of popular opinion. I have no hesitation in recommending Mostyn.
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work alongside Mostyn for around 2 years on the management board of the Network Group - a UK-based community of IT Service Providers, MSPs and Computer Retailers from across the whole of the UK, Guernsey, Ireland and other parts of Europe. Mostyn always impressed me with his carefully-balanced analysis and ability to evaluate different perspectives before arriving at his own, well-considered point of view. This was true of decision-making around strategic direction for the Group as much as it was pertaining to technical information or vendor-selection and negotiation. With relation to the latter, it was clear that he always sought a positive, win-win position for those seeking profitable partnerships yet he still was able to drive a good deal for group members. Mostyn has an empathetic style of leadership and direction - he is a strong mediator, able to see both sides of a situation and empathise accordingly - but he also has a strong focus to see an issue through to a satisfactory resolution. I commend him highly as a trustworthy advisor, great colleague and hard-working fellow board member.
I’ve known Mostyn for over a decade and he’s like no other person I know. Although he’s highly technical, he has outstanding personal skills and a very keen business mind. I had the honour of serving with him for over six years on the board of Network Group and always loved his focus to deliver results regardless of popular opinion. I have no hesitation in recommending Mostyn.
Credentials
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NCSC CCP Practitioner Cyber Security / IA Auditor
National Cyber Security CentreJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Connectwise Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Engineers - CCFE
ConnectWiseMay, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
CompTIAJan, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Information Security Management Principles - Distinction
BCS, The Chartered Institute for ITSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Technical Cyber Auditor (Cyber Essentials Plus)
The IASME ConsortiumJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Assessor (Cyber Essentials, IASME Governance, GDPR)
The IASME ConsortiumJul, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
British Computer Society - Professional Member - MBCS
BCS, The Chartered Institute for ITApr, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA)
CiscoMar, 2000- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Cynext
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Executive Officer
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Nov 2020 - Present
Cynext is an information technology & services business that empowers people and organisations to be more and do more by adopting technology and industry best practices, managing technology efficiently and effectively, and achieving the growth objectives of the individual and organisation. Our mission is to help create a healthy information ecosystem that can drive and thrive the vision of the individual and organisation and create cybernetic synergy between people and technology so our planet and society win.
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Astrix
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United Kingdom
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Computer and Network Security
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1 - 100 Employee
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Company Owner
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May 2018 - Present
For nearly 2 decades, Astrix was a Managed Services Provider (an outsourced IT department) for many micro-to-medium-sized organisations. Our role provided us with valuable insight and our ethos taught us how to effectively care for many types of people, businesses, and systems. This also taught us that cyber security is consistently given little, if any, thought.As the worldwide number and magnitude of cyber security incidents increased exponentially, so did our empathy for the victims and our skills in these areas. Naturally, we realised our vision. However, it's extremely difficult for MSPs to effectively manage both the operation and security of IT systems so we committed ourselves entirely to cyber security.
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Smart Money Cymru Credit Union
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Feb 2020 - Present
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Network Group
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business to Business Executive Director
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Nov 2015 - Nov 2018
Network Group is the UK's premier IT group for resellers and retailers. The Group was established in 1994 when a handful of companies joined forces to create an IT buying group. Since then, membership, vendors and services have flourished.The Business Director is responsible for the group’s business strategy and will provide leadership for their business to business initiatives with vendors and distributors to support growth.
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ASTRIX INTEGRATED SYSTEMS LIMITED
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United Kingdom
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Information Technology & Services
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Managing Director
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Dec 2001 - Jul 2018
Astrix Integrated Systems are a leading IT Managed Services Provider based in Abercynon South Wales.We provide our clients with exceptional IT support delivered using best of breed Automation and Documentation tools.
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Panasonic North America
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Network Analyst
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Jan 2000 - Dec 2001
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Network Technician
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Nov 1998 - Jan 2000
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Network Technician
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May 1997 - Nov 1998
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Education
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King Henry VIII School