Technology and innovation

In his role as CTIO Andy heads up S-RM’s Technology, Digital, Information Security and Data teams, developing innovative technological solutions and driving improvement across our digital estate. He also leads the digital strategies for S-RM’s Intelligence and Cyber Security practices, working with these teams across their software, IT and cybersecurity systems.

Previously Chief Technology Officer at cyber consulting and ultra-secure hosting specialist Cyberfort Group, Andy brings with him over 20 years of leadership in the cyber and technology space.

Before his previous role at Cyberfort Group, he led technology and cyber security for LDC, the private equity arm of Lloyds Banking Group, spearheading strategic initiatives to help grow and shape European businesses. In addition to holding numerous global consulting roles throughout his career, Andy has also served as Chief Technology Officer for Zurich Insurance.

Alex is Director of Innovation and Technology at S-RM

He is responsible for the company’s digital innovation and product development function, working to improve the digital client experience and enable our practitioners to solve client problems with the use of modern technologies such as AI.  He joined S-RM in 2019. Alex has more than 10 years’ experience managing products, services and engineering functions in the intelligence, security and mobility sectors. Alex has a BA in International History and Politics from Leeds University and an MA in Intelligence and International Security from King’s College London.

Phil is an experienced information and cyber security leader, having worked with many companies to implement and run their internal security function over the past 20 years.

Phil currently leads the Information Security team at S-RM.

Jerry Zingapan joined S-RM in 2020. Jerry’s primary role is to manage S-RM’s suite of bespoke digital solutions built to serve our Corporate Intelligence clients.

Previously, Jerry worked in product management at Charles Schwab, YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP, and Bank of America. Jerry also previously served in the US Army.

Jerry holds a B.S. in military history from the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Xiao is a product manager working in S-RM’s Technology & Innovation team, specifically looking after the cyber security related digital products.

Before joining S-RM, Xiao worked as a mathematical modeller at DNV for 11 years.

Xiao holds an MEng from University of Bristol in Engineering Mathematics.

Rachel is a Product Owner working within the Product Engineering capability. In addition to managing Portal, S-RM’s primary workflow management tool, her work spans across various bespoke digital solutions at enterprise level.

Before joining S-RM’s Technology team, Rachel worked as a Business Analyst for the Counter Terrorism Police in London.

Rachel holds a Master of Arts (Hons) in International Relations from the University of St. Andrews.

Bev Gainey is the Data & Governance Lead in S-RM. Bev is a seasoned professional with a passion for driving effective data management and governance strategies. Her journey at S-RM began as the Sales Operations Manager and while working on several projects she realised her experience working with data would help her emerged as a dedicated Data Governance Lead.

Before joining S-RM’s team, First in Sales, and Marketing team, then moving to the technology team Bev worked as a Data Governance Manager at a technology services company in London.

Connor is the Senior IT Service & Operations Manager working within the Technology Team at S-RM. Connor and his team are responsible for management, maintenance, and improvements to S-RM’s internal enterprise systems and services. Connor’s focus is on ensuring that every member of S-RM is provided with an exceptional support experience from the moment they join the team.

Before joining S-RM’s Technology Team, Connor spent many years working at a Managed Service Provider, working with the latest technologies and managing technical relationships with stakeholders to ensure a 1^st class service is being delivered to all clients.