Principal Information Security Consultant | Cybersecurity Strategist | Risk & Compliance Expert
Nigel Roberts is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with nearly two decades of IT and security experience, specializing in enterprise security operations, compliance, and risk management. As a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Principal Information Security Consultant at NexSecure, Nigel helps businesses proactively defend against cyber threats, navigate complex regulatory requirements, and strengthen their overall security posture.
Having started his career in IT in 2005, Nigel has led security initiatives across multiple industries, including healthcare, finance, and government sectors. He has a proven track record of reducing cyber risk, improving security operations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
Expertise & Impact
Security Risk & Compliance – Developed enterprise-wide vendor risk management and cloud security governance programs, reducing third-party security incidents by 25%.
Cybersecurity Leadership – Served as vCISO and security advisor, guiding organizations through compliance, security architecture, and Zero Trust implementation.
Incident Response & Threat Management – Reduced mean time to detect (MTTD) by 30% and mean time to respond (MTTR) by 25%, strengthening overall cyber resilience.
User Awareness & Policy Development – Created security awareness programs, achieving a 100% compliance rate within 60 days.
Cloud & Infrastructure Security – Led cloud security posture improvements in AWS, Azure, and Microsoft 365, enforcing strong IAM controls and reducing cloud misconfigurations.
Nigel holds a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University and is continuously expanding his expertise with advanced certifications such as CISM (in progress).
A passionate advocate for cybersecurity awareness and strategic risk mitigation, Nigel is committed to helping organizations build resilient security frameworks, defend against cyber threats, and navigate today’s complex digital landscape.
Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CySA+, Security+, ITIL v3
Key Specialties: Security Strategy, Risk & Compliance, Cloud Security, Vendor Risk Management, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence
"Cybersecurity is not just about defense—it's about resilience. My mission is to help businesses anticipate threats, stay compliant, and build security programs that stand the test of time."
