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Bridewell Appoints Sam Thornton as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Operational Excellence and Accelerate Business Growth

2 April 2025

We're pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Thornton as Chief Operating Officer and welcome him to our board of directors. With a career dedicated to cyber security, Sam brings a deep passion for delivering exceptional security services tailored to clients' unique needs that will help us strengthen our position as a globally recognised cyber security services company.

Sam Thornton is a highly experienced, client-centric business leader, bringing 20 years of expertise in the cyber security industry, including the past 12 years in consulting. In his new role as Chief Operating Officer, Sam will drive our vision for expansion, enhancing our global reputation for security services, including cyber consulting, penetration testing and managed detection and response (MDR), while also strengthening client relationships, ensuring exceptional support and contributing to the board’s strategic direction.

Sam began his career in the industry as a security analyst and has since held key roles such as Head of Security, Lead Information Risk Manager, and Account Security Manager. His extensive experience in the industry has given him deep insight into the evolving threat landscape and he remains fascinated by the continuous evolution of technologies and security challenges.

He holds a strong track record in managing large-scale, complex strategic engagements for consultancies, including his former role as Director, UK Consulting & Implementation at NCC Group. Joining the Bridewell team, Sam will be using his expertise in stakeholder management, information assurance, and risk advisory to enhance client partnerships and support our continued growth and global expansion.

“We are pleased to formally welcome Sam to Bridewell, as his passion for cyber security, along with his extensive experience and expertise, will play a key role in propelling the business forward. Sam is a wonderful new addition to our leadership team and board of directors, helping us to streamline our operations as we continue to expand the business globally.”
Anthony Young, CEO, Bridewell

 

“Watching Bridewell’s progression within the industry has been quite enviable, especially from an outside perspective. Seeing the business grow and the caliber of people it attracts is truly inspiring. I’m passionate about contributing to Bridewell’s success, driving global expansion and leveraging the excellent capabilities in place today to expand Bridewell’s influence in the cyber security industry - without losing the core values that make the business great today."
Sam Thornton, Chief Operating Officer, Bridewell

 

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