Christian is a recognised cybersecurity leader and UK CSO Hall of Fame inductee with over 20 years’ experience safeguarding critical digital assets across global enterprises. As former Chief Information Security Officer at international law firm Pinsent Masons, Christian led enterprise-wide security strategy across 25+ jurisdictions, achieving threat based control systems, pioneering security cultural change whilst enabling digital transformation for 3,500+ employees.
Currently serving as Managing Partner of Alvearium Associates, Christian advises law firms large and small on cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, and emerging technology risks. His expertise spans NIS2, AI, and cyber resilience regulations across UK and EU jurisdictions, translating complex regulatory requirements into pragmatic security strategies.
Christian is a sought-after speaker on cybersecurity, AI security, and technology risk management, combining deep technical expertise with the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. As a Mental Health in Cyber Security Foundation Ambassador and former advisor to the Scottish Government’s National Cyber Resilience Board, he champions inclusive, collaborative approaches to building security-aware cultures.
A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Information Security and certified CISSP and CISM, Christian brings both technical credibility and real-world experience leading organisations through major cyber incidents, regulatory investigations, and digital transformation initiatives.