Sam Watkins

Sam Watkins is an accomplished engineer and senior security manager at BT, with a career spanning over 26 years. In various roles, Watkins has developed transformative strategies for secure solution delivery, driven cost reductions, and implemented continuous performance improvements across multiple products and services. Notable contributions include leading the Technical Lead for Security Transformation Theme 2 (Sustainable DevSecOps), managing a 25-member team in a cybersecurity practice, and delivering significant cloud designs. Additional expertise encompasses building agile methodologies, fostering relationships with academic institutions, and conducting influential research in telecommunication and semantic technologies. Watkins holds a BSc in Computer Science and Mathematics from the University of Hull and has prior experience in software development and technical project management.