ABERDEEN-headquartered IT company Converged Communication Solutions has appointed a former Police Scotland cyber crime and cybersecurity expert as its new chief security officer.
Robbie Ross has joined the firm after more than 20 years in the police force and succeeds Gerry Grant in the role, who recently joined a Tayside-based public sector organisation.
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Robbie’s previously worked as part of Police Scotland’s cybercrime prevention unit as a cybercrime safety prevention and resilience liaison officer.
Prior to that, he was a counter-terrorism security advisor. It was a role in which he provided protective and counter-terrorism security advice to support businesses and the public sector.
Commenting on his new role, Robbie said: “Converged has established itself as a leading provider of cybersecurity services to businesses in Aberdeenshire, Moray and the Highlands and it is exciting to be joining the team.
“Cybersecurity is a hugely important issue. Its prominence has been heightened in recent months with the increase in home working and online shopping and will remain a significant business issue going forward.
“Everyone has a part to play in cybersecurity as it is not just the responsibility of an IT department. It is important that organisations and their staff understand this, and everyone recognises how they can help to protect an organisation and themselves from a cyber attack.”
Neil Christie, managing director of Converged, said: “Attracting Robbie to this role after over two decades in the police force is testament to the reputation that Converged has established.
“I cannot think of a better-equipped person to front the next phase of our cyber journey as we continue our mission to protect our clients’ digital way of life.”
