The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has announced that Richard Horne, former director of cybersecurity at Barclays, will be taking over as the new boss. He will be stepping into the role in the autumn, replacing Lindy Cameron who is moving on to become the British High Commissioner to India.
Currently chairing the Cyber Security Practice at PwC UK, Mr. Horne will be leading the UK’s strategy on cyber resilience, particularly focusing on emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing. Anne Keast-Butler, head of GCHQ which oversees the NCSC, expressed her excitement about Mr. Horne’s appointment, highlighting his extensive experience in cybersecurity.
Before his current role at PwC, Mr. Horne served as the managing director of cybersecurity at Barclays and played a key role in shaping the government’s first cybersecurity strategy back in 2011. In response to his new position, Mr. Horne shared his honor and enthusiasm for leading the NCSC and its team of experts into the future to address the cybersecurity threats faced by the UK.