Lauren is a Cybersecurity Leader with over a decade of experience in Cyber Defence, specialising in Incident Response, Crisis Leadership, and Strategic Capability Development. She has led Cyber Incident functions across Government and Critical National Infrastructure, navigating high-impact Incidents while driving long-term Maturity and Operational Resilience. Lauren bridges the gap between Technical Operations and Executives. Passionate about giving back to the industry, she mentors future Cyber talent and has delivered lectures at the University of Warwick.