Lee Barney

Lee Barney is a seasoned CISO and cybersecurity leader with a career spanning critical infrastructure, finance, telecoms, and retail across both the UK and Australia. A former British Army Soldier, he’s known for building high-performing teams, leading through crises, and advocating for real-world, people-first security practices. Lee speaks openly about the realities of burnout, having experienced it himself, and brings an honest, grounded voice to the conversation on mental health in high-pressure roles. 
 
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