Nick Cogger

Nick Cogger

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Professional

A CISSP-certified Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professional with 18 years of leadership and technical management experience. Specialising in building robust security cultures through effective training and policy. Deep expertise in risk management, security frameworks (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials), and aligning security with business objectives.

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Location
North Wales,
Email
Phone
07958601783
Website
https://coggercybersecurity.co.uk
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Nick Cogger

Experience

– present

Network Manager & Teacher of Computer Science at St David's College

Accountable for the IT infrastructure, information security, and data governance for a leading independent school. Responsible for developing and implementing security strategy, managing compliance with frameworks such as Cyber Essentials and GDPR, and leading staff security training initiatives.

Highlights

  • Designed and managed a full-lifecycle cybersecurity training program for 100+ staff, delivering CPD modules via Moodle LMS, resulting in a measurable increase in security awareness.
  • Authored the institution's entire suite of IT governance documentation, including Information Security, Data Protection, and Acceptable Use policies.
  • Led the organisation's successful Cyber Essentials certification, coordinating all technical and policy requirements and providing evidence for audit.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments and vulnerability scanning to identify and mitigate security threats to critical infrastructure and data.
  • Managed the deployment and configuration of key security technologies, including next-generation firewalls and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.

Education

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Master of Science - MS in Computer Science with Cyber Security from Wrexham University

     

Admitted to this Master’s program based on 18 years of extensive professional and technical experience. Currently achieving Distinction-level grades across all modules, with a focus on Information Security Management.

   

Certifications

March 2025

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

(ISC)²

Skills

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Level Expert
Keywords
  • Security Awareness & Training
  • ISO 27001
  • Policy & Procedure Development
  • Risk Assessment & Management
  • Cyber Essentials
  • GDPR & Data Protection
Security Architecture & Operations
Level Advanced
Keywords
  • Defence in Depth Strategy
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Firewall & Network Security
  • Incident Response
Foundational Technical Skills
Level Advanced
Keywords
  • Microsoft 365 & Azure AD Security
  • Python & PowerShell Scripting
  • Network Administration (TCP/IP, DNS)