James is our resident IT Infrastructure and Cloud technology expert. With over 35+ Microsoft certifications, He works to bridge the gap between business leadership and their technology providers as well as guiding technical teams in securing a number of other associated technologies.

James’ expertise in cyber security comes from designing, deploying and maintaining the technology infrastructures used by organisations across various jurisdictions and industries. His strategic and practical experience of enterprise-level infrastructure includes work in the European Parliament, Channel Islands governments, financial services and professional services in audit, law and more. These skills are especially valuable when considering the practical application of information security and the efficacy of technical controls.

Prior to Black Arrow, James managed his own Infrastructure consultancy where he worked with a wide variety of clients for over 12 years, including in partnership with the prominent technology solution providers in the Channel Islands. He was also Head of IT Security for a leading multi-national Private Bank. This broad experience enables James to leverage his real-world industry contacts when supporting clients in managing their cyber security risk profile, including in his engagements as Trusted Advisor for enterprises across the Channel Islands.

Professional Qualifications

• Certified for the design, implementation and management of global leading products for cyber security, data centre and cloud technologies including Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Tenable, Splunk, CyberArk and Intel (McAfee) Security

• MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert

• MCITP - Microsoft Certified IT Professional

• MCSA - Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate

• MCTS - Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist

• MCBMSS - Microsoft Certified Business Management Solutions Specialist

• MCP - Microsoft Certified Professional

• CompTIA Server+