Benjamin Ben C.
Cyber Security Consultant @CGI
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WORK HISTORY
Cyber Security Consultant @CGI
Reading, GB
Key responsibilities and impact areas:Produce high-quality threat intelligence reports, briefings, and executive summaries — translating complex threat data into clear, actionable insights for technical teams, security leadership, and C-suite stakeholdersDesign and implement automation and workflow improvements using scripting (Python), APIs, data pipelines, and custom tooling to increase efficiency in threat collection, enrichment, correlation, and disseminationIdentify bottlenecks in existing threat intelligence and security monitoring processes and propose engineering-driven solutions — resulting in faster detection, reduced manual effort, and improved team throughputConsult directly with clients across multiple sectors to understand their threat landscape, risk priorities, and operational constraints, then deliver tailored intelligence products and practical recommendationsCollaborate with security operations, SOC, incident response, and engineering teams to integrate threat intelligence into defensive controls, detection rules, threat hunting, and incident playbooksContinuously track and analyse evolving threats (TTPs, campaigns, vulnerabilities, ransomware, supply-chain risks) across open, deep, and dark web sources to maintain an up-to-date understanding of the adversary landscapeContribute to internal capability development by documenting best practices, creating reusable templates, and helping evolve CGI’s threat intelligence methodology and toolingThis role allows me to bridge the gap between deep technical analysis and real-world business impact — using software engineering discipline to make intelligence faster and more effective, while working closely with clients to solve their pressing security challenges.
EDUCATION
Bournemouth University
Cyber Security Management, Cyber security
ABOUT BENJAMIN BEN C.
Passionate cybersecurity professional with a First-Class Honours degree in Computing from Bournemouth University (graduated 2025). As a proud British graduate, I was deeply honoured to be named the BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT) Best Student Award winner for the top overall graduate across all Computing and Technology courses at BU in 2025—recognising excellence in academic performance, technical innovation, and contribution to the field.I was also awarded the Faculty of Science & Technology Shield for Academic Excellence, celebrating outstanding achievement throughout my studies.These accolades reflect my dedication to mastering complex technical challenges, from advanced programming and systems design to cutting-edge cybersecurity principles.Currently, I work at CGI, a global leader in IT and business consulting, where I specialise in cyber threat intelligence. My role involves monitoring emerging threats, conducting in-depth analysis of cyber risks, identifying potential attack vectors, and supporting proactive defence strategies for clients across critical sectors. I thrive in fast-paced environments that demand sharp analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to staying ahead of evolving threats in an increasingly digital world.I\'m driven by the intersection of technology and security—protecting organisations while pushing the boundaries of what\'s possible in cyber defence. Always eager to connect with fellow professionals in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, computing, or related fields. Let\'s chat about emerging threats, career paths in cyber, or opportunities to collaborate!
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