Miles Hutchinson — CEO
Digital trust is the ultimate currency of the modern enterprise, but at its core, security is a human story. My mission has always been to ensure that security serves as a robust engine for growth and innovation, rather than a handbrake. I don't believe in "tick-box" compliance; I believe in building resilient architectures that allow a business to take calculated risks and enter new markets with total confidence. Throughout my career leading global security strategies for organisations serving millions of users, I have remained fascinated by the challenge of aligning complex technical risks with high-level commercial goals. For me, leadership in this space is defined by three things: CREATING 'LIGHTBULB' MOMENTS: I love the challenge of shifting perspectives across an organisation—helping teams see security not as a hurdle, but as a genuine competitive advantage. CALM IN THE STORM: Whether leading through high-pressure incidents or navigating global regulatory shifts, I prioritise a transparent, proactive stance. It’s about turning challenges into opportunities to build something stronger. FRICTIONLESS STRATEGY: I am a firm believer that security works best when it is invisible to the end-user. My goal is always to support a seamless customer experience while maintaining an unshakeable defensive posture. On a personal level, I am driven by helping people thrive rather than just survive. I’ve found that we achieve our best results—and frankly, have a lot more fun—when we communicate honestly, stay curious, and work toward shared goals together. I’m still as captivated by the world of security today as when I first started. Security is an evolving conversation, and I’m always open to new perspectives on how we can make our organisations more resilient and our cultures more human. If you’re navigating those same challenges or just want to talk shop, let’s connect.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity Executive with a focus on strategic resilience and digital trust.
Location: Kingston Upon Thames, England, United Kingdom
Experience: 20 yrs 9 mos
Career Highlights
- Transforming security into a growth engine.
- Expert in aligning technical risks with commercial goals.
- Proven leadership in high-pressure security environments.
Work Experience
IFS
Chief Information Security Officer (1 mo)
Arrive
Chief Information Security Officer (9 mos)
EasyPark Group
Chief Information Security Officer (2 yrs 1 mo)
Vation Ventures
Innovation Advisory Council Member (3 yrs 1 mo)
Jumio Corporation
Chief Information Security Officer (5 yrs 1 mo)
GBG Plc
Chief Information Security Officer (1 yr 2 mos)
Hitachi Capital
Group Head of Information Security (4 yrs 9 mos)
HSBC
Global Cybersecurity Advisor (1 yr 6 mos)
Royal Bank of Scotland Business
Senior Risk Management Consultant (1 yr 8 mos)
Senior Risk Management Consultant (6 mos)
QinetiQ
Senior Risk Management Consultant (5 mos)
ABN AMRO
Senior Risk Management Consultant (9 mos)
Financial Services Authority
Security Specialist (2 mos)
IBM
Security Specialist (7 mos)
Vodafone
Senior Information Security Consultant (1 mo)
Fidelity International
Senior Information Security Consultant (4 mos)
ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
Senior Information Security Consultant (1 yr 7 mos)