Simon B.

Simon B. has over 18 years of work experience in the field of information security. Simon is currently serving as the Head of Information Security at GMHBA Limited, a position they have held since July 2023. Prior to this, Simon worked as the Information Security Lead at GMHBA Limited from October 2020 to July 2023. Before joining GMHBA Limited, they were the Enterprise Security Architect at WorkSafe Victoria from January 2020 to October 2020. Simon also gained valuable experience at Sportsbet, where they held the roles of Senior Cyber Security Specialist from February 2018 to January 2020 and Application Security Specialist from October 2015 to February 2018. Simon briefly worked at ANZ as a Technical Security Consultant in July 2015 and at Marks and Spencer as an Application Security Principal from February 2013 to February 2015. Simon began their career at Ernst & Young, where they served as a Senior Consultant, Advanced Security Centre from January 2009 to February 2013. Simon also worked as a Senior Security Consultant (Contract Position) at ANZ from January 2011 to May 2012. Simon's early professional experience includes a role as a Network/System Administrator at St. Hildas College - University of Melbourne from December 2002 to December 2004. Overall, Simon B. has a diverse background with extensive experience in information security and has held various leadership positions in their career.

Simon B. completed their education in a chronological manner. From 1988 to 2001, they attended Ballarat Grammar School, where they did not earn a specific degree or major in any field of study. Later, from 2002 to 2008, they pursued a dual degree at the University of Melbourne, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Chemistry and Information Systems. Their field of study during this time included Information Systems, Chemistry, and Earth Sciences.

In 2006 and 2007, Simon also attended The University of British Columbia, although it is not specified whether they obtained a degree from there. Their field of study at this institution was again focused on Information Systems, Chemistry, and Earth Sciences.

Furthermore, Simon has acquired the certification of GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) from the institution SANS. The month and year of obtaining this certification are not specified.