Making a positive impact in cyber security & tech: reshaping procurement, events & community

They left big tech to fix cyber, consulting & procurement -with purpose! Daniel & Lee are making security more accessible, community-led and socially responsible, from SME support to philanthropy.

We’re excited to be joined by Daniel Killeen and Lee Morton - two seasoned professionals who are helping redefine what cyber security looks like in the UK and beyond. Lee brings nearly 20 years of hands-on experience in technical and operational cyber security, having led security programmes for leading consumer brands, financial services, and the travel sector. With a background that spans civil and mechanical engineering, as well as network management, Lee offers a unique technical perspective grounded in real-world complexity. Daniel’s equally impressive journey includes senior sales and leadership roles at global firms like HP, NTT, and Orange Cyberdefense. His commercial expertise, combined with a deep understanding of organisational cyber challenges, led him to co-found Utopia Cyber UK -a company built on trust, transparency, and true industry change.

Together, Daniel and Lee share their vision for making cyber security more accessible, community-driven, and purpose-led. In this wide-ranging episode, we explore their founder story, the challenges of starting a cyber business, and how they’re disrupting the traditional procurement model to better support SMEs. We dive into the disconnect between commercial goals and social responsibility, how they integrate philanthropy into their operations, and what the industry might look like by 2030. They also share advice for inspiring the next generation, separating real innovation from hype, and building a cyber career with real impact. Plus hear all about The DISRUPTOR Podcast and their newly launched Utopia Cyber UK YouTube channel, where they’ll be sharing video content, behind-the-scenes insights, and updates on their work with charities and causes that matter.

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