CRAIG ALLAN-MCWILLIAMS

SABSA Chartered Security Architect

I am a Princpal Cyber Security Consultant with deep expertise in leading cloud security, enterprise architecture, SecDevOps transformation and AI Security and Governance. My current mission is with a multi-brand Global Sports company in Germany, where I provide specialist expertise in designing and implementing secure, infrastructure solutions that align business objectives with technical excellence across cloud, manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, ecommerce and retail.

With certifications including CISSP, CSSK, and AWS Security Specialist, and a background in engineering, development and product ownership, I bring a comprehensive approach to security architecture—from strategic framework design through tactical implementation. My experience spans leading project and product teams, architecting cloud-native solutions, and managing complex containerized environments to support large critical bank infrastructure in the cloud.

As a company director, I have developed strong business acumen alongside technical expertise, understanding both the security landscape and the commercial drivers that shape technology decisions. I’m passionate about open-source solutions, local first, self-hosted infrastructure, and building resilient systems that protect organizational assets while enabling innovation.

Beyond technology, I am an accredited sports photojournalist specializing in motorsport endurance racing (ELMS, WEC) travelling throughout Europe. Combining technical precision with creative storytelling, this unique perspective reinforces my commitment to detail, performance optimization, and delivering exceptional results under pressure in the most demanding environments.