Global cyber expertise, led by Darren Brodrick and Stephen McPartland, delivering tailored, cost-effective protection built on assessment, diagnostics, and remediation.
A team of international professionals and leaders dedicated to protecting your digital world. Founded by Darren Brodrick and The Rt Hon Stephen McPartland, leading a highly respected team providing elite cyber security services incorporating expertise from every sector of public, private, military, intelligence and law enforcement. Focused on delivering cost effective bespoke solutions based on the principles of assessment, diagnostics and remediation.
Prior to founding CyberCenter, Darren built a successful start-up Technology Advisory business, leveraging his deep industry knowledge and entrepreneurial drive. Before that, he spent 17 years with a leading global IT reseller, where he rose through their international ranks from Sales Executive to General Manager of the UK division. In this role, he worked closely with global enterprise clients, delivering tailored technology solutions that drove measurable business outcomes.
Under Darren’s leadership, the UK business experienced significant growth, expanding to 180 employees and generating over £250 million in annual revenue. His strategic vision and customer-centric approach were key to building long-term client relationships and enhancing the company’s reputation in a competitive market. Darren’s unique blend of experience in both large-scale corporate environments and agile start-up ventures gives him a well-rounded perspective on driving innovation and delivering value at every stage of the business lifecycle.
Darren resides in Milton Keynes with his wife and two children. He is an avid sports enthusiast, enjoying activities such as Hyrox, Cycling, and Golf. His dedication to both his career and personal passions exemplifies a well-rounded and dynamic individual.
Founder
Senior leader with deep experience driving commercial and governance outcomes across Government and the Private Sector. Unique expertise in macro-economic, geopolitical, security and regulatory risk drivers of commercial performance.
Privy Councillor, former Security Minister, and member of Joint Committee on National Security Strategy. A senior Parliamentarian (2010-2024), chaired the House of Commons Regulatory Reform Select Committee & a member of Liaison Select Committee which directly holds the Prime Minister to account. Former member of the House of Commons Finance committee exercising governance over £800million revenue and capital budgets. Author of the Independent McPartland Review into Cybersecurity, as an enabler of Economic Growth, on behalf of the Government.
Experienced executive and non-executive commercial leader driving growth, strong governance, quantifying risk and compliance. Founder of GreenCyberResearch Ltd, Non-Executive Director of a nationwide UK retail company during a growth phase and buyout, and Chairman of a Digital Bank. A thought leader and expert in Cyber Security – providing advisory services in the technology sector and a Non-Executive Director of a proprietary technology company building classified solutions for the UK Government.
Previously strategic advisor to FCA licensed VC fund, a FTSE listed professional services company, trade association and a former chair of a national ombudsman with over 14 years Board level experience across the above industries.
Highly experienced media spokesperson and keynote speaker globally, an Ambassador for CREST, Senior Research Fellow in Criminology and Cyber Security at City University of London and holds advisory positions in the military and law enforcement. In his spare time, he is an avid reader, walker and learning rally driving.
a seasoned media spokesperson, and a keynote speaker, sharing his wealth of knowledge and insights globally.
The McPartland Review of Cybersecurity and Economic Growth and the newly announced Cyber Resilience Bill share significant alignment in their approach to strengthening the UK’s cyber landscape – Final report and recommendations.
Rt. Hon Stephen McPartland
We specialise in delivering advanced, end-to-end cybersecurity solutions with a core focus on comprehensive cyber risk assessments
