Andrew has over 25 years’ experience as a leading cyber practitioner, including being a contributing member of the Standards Australia and OWASP security testing standards bodies. Andrew works across industry as a key contributor to the cyber security discussion, particularly regarding information security standards and software assurance. Andrew also takes an active role in the community, speaking at schools and lecturing at University on key cyber security topics.  Andrew’s commitment to ethical behavior and values-based leadership has deliberately positioned Ionize as a trusted and valued cyber security services provider across Australia and the South Pacific.

Since establishing Ionize in 2008, Andrew has worked closely with government and non-government clients including in high security and high sensitivity environments. Andrew began his career with the Royal Australia Air Force before moving to the Defence Signals Directorate. Andrew holds a Masters of Science in Information Technology and proudly leads Ionize as CEO and Managing Director.