Tony Oakes

Security Operations Manager at Egress Software Technologies
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(386) 825-5501
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United Kingdom, UK

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Credentials

  • Cyber Incident Manager
    SANS Institute
    Aug, 2022
    - Nov, 2024
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
    ISACA
    Feb, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • ISO27001 Lead Auditor
    PECB

Experience

  • Egress Software Technologies
    • United Kingdom
    • Software Development
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Security Operations Manager
      • May 2021 - Present

      Day to day responsibility for security operations across the group; Cyber Incident Response and Incident Management (response, triage, investigation and remediation of security events), vulnerability scanning of source code in DevOps environments, open-source software and web application testing (SAST, SCA and DAST), supply chain security, network perimeter security, data access, GDPR compliance, security awareness training, endpoint security (Windows and Linux) and security clearance vetting process. Outsource SOC management – working with partner to analyse, report and action all logged data and other event logs to identify security threats for escalation, remediation and suppression. Also responsible for setting the scope and working with penetration test partners on all products and services. Setting remediation plan and working with developers for successful retesting. Work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to set security strategy and a range of security related policies. Maintain the operational security control requirements and support for the maintenance of ISO27001 and SOC2. Show less

  • Metropolitan Police
    • United Kingdom
    • Law Enforcement
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Detective Inspector - Online CSE Operations Lead
      • Oct 2017 - Apr 2021

      Operational lead for online child sexual abuse and exploitation (OCSAE) investigations across London, direct line management for 30 online investigators and digital forensic specialists. Formed a team of specialist cybercrime investigators and coordinated their online deployment to meet regional and national tasking requirements, understanding and tackling the cybercriminal underground ecosystem. Analysed annual performance data and identified an operational requirement to professionalise the investigation of online child sex offending across London. Designed, developed and delivered the first training programme for law enforcement OCSAE investigators. Researched, compiled and created an online toolkit to provide a 24/7 comprehensive digital resource to assist London-wide investigators. Speaks nationally on topics including investigation opportunities in tackling online child sexual exploitation offending and covert policing techniques in criminal investigations, criminal intelligence gathering and cybercrime. Has trained investigators and analysts across the UK. Responsible for the delivery of cyber security awareness as part of a crisis management training package, delivered through presentations and a series of table top exercises (TTX) to C-suite executives. Testing incident response plans, incident handling and the crisis management team response; providing feedback and recommendations regarding a client’s Incident Response and Crisis Management Team plans. Show less

  • Metropolitan Police
    • United Kingdom
    • Law Enforcement
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Detective Inspector - Operations Manager
      • 2016 - 2017

      Held operational oversight of a highly complex and technical role, employing often unique and cutting-edge surveillance techniques that took advantage of technology to enhance goals across London and south east England. Managed a team of 25 operators and engineers, responsible for resourcing, tasking, training and operational deployments covering a 24/7 responsibility. Developed a new technical solution using wireless networks to enable law enforcement agencies to detect, track, and locate criminal activity in London. In partnership with the Home Office, formed a national working group sharing tactics, techniques and procedures. Designed, developed and delivered a training course which was adopted as a national training package. Show less

    • Detective Inspector - Technical Surveillance Unit Lead
      • 2013 - 2016

      Managing a dynamic team of 30 staff, led the law enforcement ‘technical surveillance’ response to terrorist and major incidents across London. Planned and managed technical procurement, operational planning, resourcing and training. Developed resilient teams to respond effectively to emerging threats and risk on a daily basis. Responsible for identifying new technical capabilities to enhance the operational response; worked in successful collaboration with technical experts from law enforcement, government and the private sector to present highly complex initiatives and plans to senior management; presenting in a manner that could be conceptualised and appreciated more broadly. Operationalised the use of drones in support of the law enforcement and military response. Show less

    • Detective Inspector
      • 2009 - 2013

      Leading covert intelligence specialists over four sites, oversaw the recruitment and handling of police informants to support serious crime & counter terrorism intelligence gathering operations. Developed a system utilising social media intelligence providing real time intelligence to identify, monitor and track organised crime; introducing a method of work across London whilst adhering to legal and ethical requirements, assessment of risk and the thoughtful management of informants.

    • Detective Sergeant
      • 2006 - 2009

      Selected to project manage, implement and lead a unit to support national and international law enforcement objectives in the collection of covert intelligence. Leading 30 specialists, managed resources tasked through technical surveillance and covert human intelligence assets. Apprised senior leaders with timely updates on operational progress whilst managing dynamic, complex and varied risk to meet operational objectives. Demonstrated thoughtful diplomacy, respecting differences in culture and working whilst establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. Show less

    • Constable to Detective Sergeant
      • 1996 - 2006

      Progressed through a range of operational & development opportunities before transferring to Detective duties, having demonstrated an intelligent and competent eye for detail, enquiry and observation. On promotion to Detective Sergeant, project managed the implementation of a Home Office pilot scheme seeking to challenge drug supply networks. In liaison with law enforcement and intelligence partners, led intelligence collection capabilities to map an international drugs supply network.

  • British Army
    • Armed Forces
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Signals Intelligence Operator
      • 1987 - 1995

      A Signals Intelligence Operator, trained to collect and analyse complex communication signals. Completed numerous active tours, achieving the rank of Corporal (Detachment Commander). A Signals Intelligence Operator, trained to collect and analyse complex communication signals. Completed numerous active tours, achieving the rank of Corporal (Detachment Commander).

Education

  • Royal Holloway, University of London
    Master of Science - MSc, Information Security
    2020 - 2022
  • College of Policing / Metropolitan Police Service

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