Stephen Gunnell
Security Operations Lead @Volkswagen Financial Services (UK)
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WORK HISTORY
Security Operations Lead @Volkswagen Financial Services (UK)
Milton Keynes, GB
Leading security operations in a regulated financial‑services environment, focusing on threat detection, incident response, identity security, and continuous improvement of enterprise controls.Key Responsibilities & Achievements• Run day‑to‑day security operations, ensuring effective monitoring, detection, and response.• Operate and optimise Splunk SIEM (searches, dashboards, alert tuning, detection logic).• Manage IAM processes and support CyberArk to strengthen privileged access security.• Deliver phishing simulations and security awareness, improving user resilience.• Coordinate security incident management, ensuring fast triage and escalation.• Contributed to the organisation’s successful ISO27001 certification, supporting evidence, controls, and audit readiness.• Champion the adoption of Microsoft Copilot, improving operational efficiency and secure AI‑assisted workflows.• Drive continuous improvement across security processes, documentation, and governance.• Support policy adherence, access reviews, and risk‑based decision‑making.• Actively developing skills, including planned completion of CompTIA SecAI+.
EDUCATION
University of Staffordshire
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Film, Television, & Radio Studies
The Open University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Humanities with Philosophy
ABOUT STEPHEN GUNNELL
Security Operations Lead with a financial‑services background, specialising in threat detection, incident response, and strengthening enterprise cyber resilience. I focus on building secure, well‑governed environments where risks are identified early, incidents are handled decisively, and security operations run with clarity and discipline.I bring a structured, analytical approach shaped by years in high‑trust, regulated environments. My work spans SIEM operations, identity security, phishing defence, access governance, and continuous improvement of security controls. I enjoy translating complex security issues into clear operational actions that reduce risk and improve organisational readiness.Core strengths include:• Threat detection & response• SIEM operations (Splunk)• Identity & access security (CyberArk)• Phishing simulation & awareness• Security governance & risk reduction• Process optimisation and operational leadershipI’m driven by the belief that strong security operations are built on clarity, consistency, and measurable outcomes. My goal is to continue developing high‑performing security functions that protect people, data, and business continuity.
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