Howard Watson

Howard Watson has extensive experience in the telecommunications and technology sectors, currently serving as the Chief Security and Networks Officer at BT Group since October 2011. In addition to this role, Watson has held various leadership positions within BT, including Chief Technology and Information Officer and Managing Director of Architecture and Global IT Platforms, overseeing IT strategy, architecture, design, and operations. Prior experience includes serving as Managing Director at Cartesian, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Virgin Media, and Chief Technology Information Officer at Telewest. Watson began his career at GEC Plessey Telecoms as Engineering Director after earning a BSc in Electrical and Electronics from Aston University.