With eight years of transformative leadership in the cybersecurity landscape, William Welch stands as a global visionary and architect of digital resilience, serving as the Principal Solution Architect – AI & Legal Sector Division at Cybertify. His distinguished career has redefined security paradigms through the development and execution of large-scale cyber security programs, risk management, and compliance initiatives, aligning with industry best practices and regulatory standards such as ISO 27001, IRAP, NIST, and Essential Eight. His expertise encompasses security strategy formulation, policy implementation, and the orchestration of cross-functional teams to drive organisational security excellence.

William’s journey includes a pivotal role as Cyber Security Lead at a titan of Australia’s Big Law for over three years, where he spearheaded ISO 27001 recertification, SOC 2 compliance, and the elevation of security postures to Essential Eight maturity level 2. In this capacity, he managed vulnerability assessments, designed robust security controls, and coordinated incident response efforts, fostering a culture of awareness and compliance. His strategic oversight extended to vendor and client risk analyses, ensuring alignment with standards like NIST and CPS234, and the secure design of advanced systems.

At Cybertify, William commands the creation of cutting-edge, efficient solutions tailored for the legal and AI sectors, leveraging profound expertise in cloud and on-premises systems, AI security, and secure application design. He collaborates with global stakeholders to architect holistic security models that address real-world risks, transforming technical insights into actionable strategies that empower clients. His dedication to advancing cybersecurity fuels his mentorship of a global network of professionals, cultivating a legacy of innovation.

Beyond his professional realm, William is a revered thought leader, shaping cybersecurity discourse through influential addresses at national forums. His visionary approach integrates technical mastery with strategic foresight, positioning Cybertify as the beacon of a secure, AI-driven future for the legal sector.

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