Bilal R.

Product Engineer

United Kingdom12 yrs experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • CISSP-certified with expertise in cloud governance.
  • Developed enterprise Cyber Incident Response Plans.
  • Automated Vulnerability Governance Board for risk management.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity Specialist with a focus on Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance in cloud environments.

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Skills

Core Skills

Governance, Risk Management, And Compliance (grc)Incident Response & Threat HuntingGovernance, Risk & Compliance (grc)Customer Relationship Management (crm)

Other Skills

ISO 27001 & NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkCloud Security (Azure/AWS, CCSK)Cybersecurity OperationsISO 27001NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkCloud Security (Azure/AWS)Security Architecture & DesignCloud Security (CCSK – AWS & Azure)Incident Response & Business ContinuityOffensive & Defensive SecuritySecurity Awareness & CommunicationCommunication & Stakeholder EngagementProblem Solving & Conflict ResolutionPerformance & Metrics ManagementSales & Negotiation Skills

About

CISSP-certified cybersecurity professional specialising in secure cloud governance, incident response, IAM strategy and regulatory alignment across enterprise hybrid Azure environments and highly regulated sectors. Leadership & Governance: Primary author of enterprise Cyber Incident Response Plans (CIRPs) aligned to NIST SP 800-61 and ISO/IEC 27001, delivering audit-ready procedures and regulatory assurance. Recently built and automated an enterprise Vulnerability Governance Board for CVEs, implementing SLA tracking workflows and executive “jeopardy view” dashboards to surface remediation risk and drive senior-level prioritisation. Business Impact & Technical Depth: Designed and deployed Azure PIM and Conditional Access controls to strengthen privileged-access governance. Translate telemetry from Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike and Splunk into executive risk reporting, and conduct proactive threat-hunting using KQL-driven detections for identity-led attacks. Strategic Direction: Advancing deep Azure and CCSP capability to support cloud-governance operating models, digital-transformation programmes and cyber-resilience initiatives, including work aligned to critical-infrastructure environments.

Experience

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4 roles

Cybersecurity Governance & Incident Response Specialist

Promoted

Nov 2022Present · 3 yrs 4 mos

  • Built and automated an enterprise Vulnerability Governance Board, implementing SLA tracking workflows and executive jeopardy dashboards to surface remediation risk and support senior-level prioritisation.
  • Conduct risk-impact assessments for security incidents, documenting business exposure and presenting executive reports aligned to NIST CSF and ISO/IEC 27001 control objectives.
  • Developed and maintained Cyber Incident Response Plans (CIRPs) aligned to ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST SP 800-61, ensuring audit-ready procedures and regulatory compliance.
  • Produced enterprise incident reports and post-incident reviews that strengthened organisational risk posture and informed long-term security improvements.
  • Led vulnerability-management coordination across enterprise infrastructure, prioritising remediation activity and tracking risk-reduction progress to support governance and compliance objectives.
  • Partnered with SOC, compliance, architecture, and policy teams to coordinate containment actions, governance reporting, and continuous-improvement programmes.
  • Conducted proactive threat-hunting using SIEM and advanced detection platforms to identify emerging risks before business impact.
  • Supported business-continuity and ransomware tabletop exercises to validate response readiness, escalation pathways, and regulatory alignment.
  • Delivered audit walkthroughs for internal and external assessors, demonstrating incident-response controls, evidence-collection processes, and governance maturity.
  • Embedded continuous-improvement cycles by feeding lessons learned into enterprise risk frameworks and audit-readiness programmes.
Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC)ISO 27001 & NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkCloud Security (Azure/AWS, CCSK)Incident Response & Threat HuntingCybersecurity Operations

Cyber Security Sales Consultant

Jul 2022Nov 2022 · 4 mos

  • Advised enterprise clients on security solutions aligned with ISO 27001 and NIST CSF, helping organisations improve compliance posture.
  • Conducted pre-sales risk assessments and participated in stakeholder compliance discussions to shape tailored offerings.
  • Collaborated with architects to design secure cloud and network solutions, introducing governance controls and IAM best practices.
Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC)ISO 27001NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkCloud Security (Azure/AWS)Security Architecture & Design

Trainee Cyber Security Consultant (BT and CAPSLOCK Partnership)

Mar 2022Jul 2022 · 4 mos

  • Intensive 5-month cyber security training & workplace readiness program. CIISec Accredited.
  • Solving real problems in the areas of:
  • Cyber Security Culture & Awareness
  • Cyber Security by Design
  • Access Control
  • Offensive & Defensive Security
  • Business Continuity & Incident Response
  • Certificates Attained:
  • British Computer Society's Certificate in Information Security Management Principles (BCS CISMP)
  • ISO 27001 Foundation Certificate
  • Cloud Security Alliance's Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CSA CCSK)
  • CAPSLOCK's Certified Cyber Security Practitioner (Ce-CSP)
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)Cloud Security (CCSK – AWS & Azure)Incident Response & Business ContinuityOffensive & Defensive SecuritySecurity Awareness & Communication

Sales & Retentions Executive /Billing Customer Service

Sep 2015Mar 2022 · 6 yrs 6 mos

  • Consistently achieved outstanding performance in various metrics within Sales and Retentions, while upholding exceptional customer service feedback standards.
  • Maintained the position of top-performing advisor across all sites for mobile sales consecutively for four months.
  • Awarded the 'ARPU (Average Revenue Per User) of the year Award' in 2017, just two years after joining, for consistently delivering the best-fit products to meet customer needs and effectively retaining a high volume of customers.
  • Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in resolving customer complaints, resulting in a high success rate of resolving issues without escalation.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)Communication & Stakeholder EngagementProblem Solving & Conflict ResolutionPerformance & Metrics ManagementSales & Negotiation Skills

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Recruitment Consultant Lead | Head Hunter

Jan 2015Aug 2015 · 7 mos · Lancashire

  • Senior recruitment consultant with a proven track record managing high-profile clients and handling a large pool of candidates throughout the UK.
  • Expertise in end-to-end recruitment, including guiding candidates through the entire interview process.
  • Strong business development skills, acquiring new clients through diverse channels and attending meetings to build relationships.
  • Proficient in implementing effective CRM systems, such as Microsoft Excel, for organising and tracking candidate interviews.
  • Collaborative approach, closely working with directors to provide coaching and training for continuous improvement.
  • Utilisation of a variety of advertising methods and proactive candidate outreach strategies.
  • Accomplished head hunter across multiple industries, including Retail, Engineering, and Hospitality & Leisure.
  • Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality for both customers and clients.
  • Experience in effectively managing and coaching new staff members to support their professional growth.

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HR Recruitment Manager

Aug 2014Jan 2015 · 5 mos · Blackburn

  • Implemented and maintained employee data retention and privacy policies, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
  • Delivered induction and compliance training to new starters, including security awareness and data protection best practices.
  • Coordinated onboarding and exit interviews, including timely revocation of system and physical access to mitigate insider risk.
  • Maintained confidential employee records and supported audits for HR compliance.
  • Provided HR support to managers and directors, including recruitment, performance management, and compliance documentation.
  • Attended job fairs and managed high-volume recruitment campaigns for various departments.

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HR Manager & Accounting Assistant

Jan 2014Jul 2014 · 6 mos · Blackburn

  • Maintained secure employee files and ensured compliance with employment law and data protection regulations.
  • Delivered induction and compliance training to new employees, including security and privacy topics.
  • Coordinated onboarding and exit interviews, including revocation of system and physical access to mitigate insider threats.
  • Supported compliance audits and maintained documentation for HR and financial processes.
  • Processed payroll and wage slips, ensuring confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data.
  • Managed probation and performance systems, contributing to organizational risk management.
  • Reconciled financial transactions and used accounting software to track company expenditure and income.

Education

Abertay University

Postgraduate Certificate (Merit) – Master’s-level (UK Level 7) — Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity

Sep 2023Sep 2025

CAPSLOCK

Certified Cyber Security Practitioner — Cybersecurity

Mar 2022Jul 2022

Blackburn University

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

Jan 2011Jan 2012

University of Bradford

IT Management

Jan 2009Jan 2012

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