Richard Gleave Pawat is a dedicated IT professional and former Police Officer with extensive experience in offensive security, digital forensics, and law enforcement. Currently, he holds the position of Network Administrator at American Technical Education Qualifications (ATEQ), where he is responsible for developing and managing the Student Information System and Moodle Learning Management Platform. These platforms facilitate the delivery of ATEQ programs to higher education institutions across Asia and Africa, ensuring seamless transfer of credits and transcripts to American institutions for diploma awarding.
Before his current role, Richard served in various capacities with the Police Service of Scotland from 2017 to 2023. His work included fighting cybercrime using GNSS and GSM technologies to locate mobile devices and training police officers in the use of these systems. He played a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of high-profile diplomatic engagements at the Scottish Parliament and international meetings. Richard's investigative skills were also pivotal in addressing human trafficking cases, collaborating with British police divisions, Interpol, and international authorities to dismantle criminal enterprises and safeguard victims.
Richard's academic journey is marked by a strong foundation in biochemistry from Edinburgh University, a short course in forensic science from Glasgow Caledonian University, and a Diploma in Policing and Management from the Scottish Police College. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science from Cambridge International Qualifications and is currently completing his Master's thesis in Data Science at Marconi University. His unique blend of IT expertise, law enforcement experience, and academic achievements positions him as a versatile and highly skilled professional in the fields of cybersecurity and digital forensics.
Network Administrator at American Technical Education Qualifications (ATEQ), August 2023 – Present
Police Officer at Police Service of Scotland, March 2020 – April 2023
Special Constable at Edinburgh Police Force, August 2017 – March 2020