Trust Is the Control: Why Cybersecurity Starts with Honesty with Hammond Reddie, CISO of Spire Healthcare

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland sits down with Hammond Reddie, CISO of Spire Healthcare, to explore what it really takes to secure organizations operating in life-critical environments. Drawing on decades of experience across both the NHS and private healthcare, Hammond explains why cybersecurity is as much about culture and leadership as it is about technology. The conversation delves into building a speak-up culture that prioritises honesty over blame, reframing human error as a learning opportunity, and why trust is the most effective security control an organisation can have. Hammond also shares practical insights on cyber awareness education, influencing at board level, measuring cultural change, and preparing healthcare organisations for an increasingly hostile threat landscape. A must-listen for CISOs, CIOs, and senior leaders looking to strengthen cyber resilience by aligning people, culture, and security strategy—especially in sectors where the consequences truly matter.

Hammond Reddie

CISO

Spire Healthcare

Dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Security Officer with a proven record of leading global teams and embedding cultures of continuous improvement. Recognized as a pragmatic, visible leader who empowers staff to achieve excellence while developing talent pipelines. Passionate about digital adoption, automation, and leveraging predictive analytics for strategic decisions. Combines deep technical architecture expertise with experience in IT development, DevOps, and Agile delivery, fostering collaborative ecosystems and high-performance functions that drive operational transparency and innovation.

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