Who We Are
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES WITH BETTER CYBERSECURITY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
METCLOUD is driving a cloud evolution. A cloud that promises relentless cybersecurity, performance, resilience and sustainability.
METCLOUD helps businesses adopt next generation, cybersecurity and cloud computing technologies to ensure that they remain secure, effective and efficient in today’s economy.
We recognise the burgeoning value of data security and seamless connectivity to facilitate effective collaboration across any business. Our multi-award winning team of experts are committed to prescribing solutions that are specifically suited for the unique needs of any business with a people-first approach.
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The MetCloud Vision
To be the global brand of choice for next generation cyber secure cloud services.
The MetCloud Values
Excellence
We strive to consistently deliver in accordance to best industry standards while inspiring trust and confidence from our clients.
Innovation
We continually develop better ways to provide security, speed and value in our technological services.
Integrity
We are responsible for ensuring that our actions reinforces our reputation for honesty, clarity and reliability.
RESPECT
We uphold a high-level of mutual respect and we treat people in a way that mirrors the way we want to be treated.
Responsibility
We embrace opportunities to contribute within our team to deliver value, excellence and innovation.
METCLOUD Success
Acclaim and Success
Having successfully catered to the needs of thousands of businesses, METCLOUD has won numerous awards for their commitment to uphold the best standards especially in sectors where cybersecurity is paramount.Meet the Team
Good cybersecurity and cloud computing needs to make good business sense. Meet our leadership and specialist team to help your business achieve that.
Leadership
Ian Vickers
Chief Executive Officer
In 2017, Ian Vickers launched the METCLOUD brand. The organisation has gone on to be recognised as one of the most secure cybersecurity platforms not only in the UK but has won dozens of internationally recognised awards for innovation. Through Ian’s leadership the business has developed into a multi-million pound organisation and is currently planning on International expansion in 2024.
Advocacy
Ian is also keen to contribute to the community and over the years has been Chair of the Birmingham Related Crime Steering Group (BRCSG) and a Board member of the Birmingham Community Safety Partnership and a board member of the West Midlands Crime Partnership which is an initiative developed by the Police Crime Commissioners Office to develop thought leadership to combat rising crime in the City. These roles are helping shape the security and safety of Birmingham and the West Midlands. Ian was previously a Founding Member and Chair of the West Midlands Cyber Resilience Centre (WMCRC). The WMCRC is a Government backed initiative establishing ten regional Cyber Resilience Centres working in collaboration with NCSC, Police Cyber Teams (RCCU), Businesses and Academia.
International Memberships and Partnerships
Ian is an active member of the Computer Trade Industry Association (CompTIA) and in the UK, was a member of the Executive Council between 2015 and 2018 creating and supporting diversity initiatives. Ian is a member of the Microsoft Partner Advisory Council, which is made-up of twenty global Microsoft Partners to assist in the development of the Microsoft Partner program. In May 2020, Ian became a member of The World Economic Forum (Invitation only membership). The World Economic Forum is an organisation for Public-Private co-operation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.
Fayyaz Shah
Chief Operations Officer
Fayyaz Shah oversees the day to day administrative and operational functions of METCLOUD, ensuring the delivery of exceptional levels of service and value to our customers.
Since joining the company in 2010 Fayyaz has developed extensive experience in technical, commercial and leadership roles. He is highly certified with project management and technical qualifications which have been demonstrated through his ability to successfully architect and deliver multi-million-pound projects across a variety of industries such as finance, education, and manufacturing.
Fayyaz has helped drive change through every level of the business and has been a key member of the leadership team helping to transform the culture, processes, and service delivery.
Sonia Vickers
Chief Human Resources Officer
Sonia Vickers is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organisation, specifically in the areas of succession planning, talent management, change management, organisational and performance management, training and development, and compensation. Sonia provides strategic leadership by articulating HR needs and plans to the executive management team, shareholders, and the board of directors.
Tom Gregg
Technical Manager
Tom Gregg is a proven technical leader. He is responsible for the overall technological management of METCLOUD services along with providing the architectural vision for solutions delivered to customers.
He has vast experience and certifications in a wide range of technologies from vendors such as Microsoft, HPE, SonicWALL, Mimecast, Veritas, Symantec, and others.
With over 20 years of industry experience, Tom joined METCLOUD in 2004 and has since helped bring to life many of the offerings within our service portfolio and has been key in both our own internal and customer adoption of public cloud services, designing and implementing successful, reliable, and secure, cloud and hybrid infrastructures.
Advisory Board
Don Randall MBE
Advisory Board
Don Randall served with the City of London Police from 1969-1995, with specific emphasis on fraud and counter terrorism. He spent four years as Deputy Head of the Fraud Squad and three years in Operational Support Department. Don was Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase from 1995. In August 2008, Don assumed the role of Head of Security at the Bank of England and in November 2013, he was appointed as the Bank’s first Chief Information Security Officer. In February 2015, Don moved to a consultative position with the Bank as their Cyber Ambassador.
Don is Chairman of the ‘Sister Banks’, City of London Crime Prevention Association and ‘Project Griffin’ and a member of the City of London Crime Disorder Reduction Panel.
Lord Darren Mott OBE
Advisory Board
Lord Darren Mott OBE, a distinguished political leader with decades of experience, has joined METCLOUD as Non-Executive Director. Renowned for his strategic leadership and expertise, he will play a pivotal role in driving METCLOUD’s growth and innovation in the Secure Sovereign Cloud market. His insights will support METCLOUD’s mission to revolutionise data security solutions, particularly within Critical National Infrastructure and Defence, ensuring organisations and governments can meet the increasing demands for secure, compliant, and innovative digital solutions.
Paul Kearney
Advisory Board
Chris Bailey
Advisory Board
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Careers at METCLOUD
In order to deliver people-centric solutions, METCLOUD looks for very specific characteristics and people to join our diverse and growing team of specialists.All staff are polite with a strong work ethic, always lovely speaking to someone from METCLOUD.
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