Xalient appoints Andrew Critchley to strengthen identity management

Xalient strengthens its Identity Security sector with Andrew Critchley's appointment, driving strategic growth and innovation.

  • Thursday, 4th September 2025 Posted 4 months ago in by Aaron Sandhu

Xalient, a global boutique specialising in identity-driven security and networking, has announced the appointment of Andrew Critchley as Head of UK Identity Practice and Global Identity Managed Services. With a robust background in Identity and Access Management (IAM), Andrew is poised to make significant contributions to Xalient's offerings.

Andrew's decade-long experience at Capgemini, a prominent name in IAM advisory and services, has honed his skills in developing scalable identity solutions for global enterprises. At Capgemini, he led the charge on Identity as a Service (IDaaS), working closely with leading vendors and partners, including Xalient allies such as CyberArk, SailPoint, and Ping Identity.

In his new position, Andrew will spearhead the development of Xalient's Identity Managed Services globally, in addition to driving the UK Identity Practice. His focus will lie in evolving service delivery and introducing innovative approaches to support customers' seamless and secure access to crucial systems, ensuring compliance within increasingly intricate digital landscapes.

Andrew's expertise fortifies Xalient's dedicated investment in specialist expertise, reinforcing its ambition to advance its stature within the Identity Security sector. His approach aligns perfectly with Xalient’s strategy of enabling swift, secure system access, thereby helping clients meet their business objectives.

Sherry Vaswani, CEO of Xalient, emphasized the significance of Andrew's role within the company as they strive to broaden their Identity offerings in the UK and worldwide. His immersion in the partner ecosystem, advisory proficiency, and understanding of Managed Identity Services needs complements Xalient's strategic ambitions.

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