18 mins listen
October 9, 2025
"You have to be honest about what your resources can do. So many people covering security as a functional working security are available 24-7 on their phone whilst they're on holiday, whatever they're doing because the world can't survive without them."
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Giles Thornton, Head of Information Security at The Premier League, to explore why security teams feel like they’re constantly firefighting and how to break free. Giles shares insights into security perfectionism and compliance overload, and how security leaders can manage a lack of strategic breathing room driving burnout across the industry.
Giles is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with vast experience in strategic security leadership and risk management. With a background in military service and enterprise security, he brings a unique perspective to addressing modern cybersecurity challenges. Currently working in a forward-leaning tech environment, Giles specializes in developing practical security strategies that balance compliance requirements with real-world security effectiveness.
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