Xalient, a global boutique specializing in the convergence of identity-driven security and networking, today announced the appointment of Andrew Critchley as Head of UK Identity Practice and Global Identity Managed Services. Andrew is a recognized IAM Subject Matter Expert with a strong track record in developing and scaling identity services across global enterprises.
Andrew brings deep expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) developed from over a decade at Capgemini, one of the world’s largest providers of IAM Advisory, Professional, and Managed Services. As Global Lead for IAM, he headed the development of Capgemini’s Identity as a Service (IDaaS) offering, integrating technologies from leading identity security vendors including official Xalient partners CyberArk, SailPoint and Ping Identity.
In his new role, Andrew will be responsible for developing Xalient’s Identity Managed Services programme globally, while also leading its UK Identity Practice. He will bring his knowledge and passion for identity to evolve service delivery and introduce new innovations. This includes supporting customers in achieving their business goals by enabling swift, secure access to critical systems and ensuring compliance across increasingly complex digital environments.
Andrew’s appointment reflects Xalient’s commitment to investing in specialist expertise to drive strategic growth and strengthen its position in the Identity Security sector.
Commenting on his appointment, Andrew said: “I am thrilled to be joining Xalient at this stage in their journey to becoming the leading global boutique provider of Identity-driven security. With Identity at the very core of Xalient’s offerings, and its proprietary intellectual property – such as its AI-Ops platform MARTINA – already providing technology differentiation, I’m excited about the potential for Xalient to continue its rapid growth, especially through its Identity Managed Services solutions.”
Sherry Vaswani, CEO of Xalient, added, “Andrew’s expertise in IAM will play a key role as we continue to strengthen our Identity offering in the UK and expand our managed services globally. His deep understanding of the partner ecosystem, including providing advisory roles around the exploitation of technologies from key Xalient partners such as SailPoint and CyberArk, and his insight into customer needs around Managed Identity Services align perfectly with our strategic direction. We’re delighted to welcome him to the team.”
About Xalient
Xalient is a global boutique specializing in the convergence of identity-driven security and secure networking. They help the world’s leading enterprises stay secure, connected, and ready for the future—bringing together deep technical expertise, business insight, and AI-powered innovation to solve the complex challenges of modern digital businesses.
Independent by design and driven by a passion for exceptional service, Xalient combines global reach with the agility and customer intimacy of a boutique provider. Their advisory, professional, and managed services teams operate across the UK, US, EMEA and Asia —delivering fast, tangible outcomes and long-term impact.
Xalient’s identity-driven security approach sits at the core of everything they do—ensuring the right people have the right access, while tightly integrating with networking and cybersecurity to create a seamless, secure, and scalable digital foundation. Powered by their proprietary AiOps platform,
MARTINA, Xalient’s managed services deliver unparalleled visibility, automation, and control.
Xalient is trusted by forward-thinking enterprises to reduce risk, optimize performance, and navigate today’s digital complexity with confidence.
