Corporal Pa Malick Adams who serves in 16 Signal Regiment was named Royal Engineer of the Year in recognition of his work by the Worshipful Company of Engineers.
The Information Service Engineer’s passion for Cyber and his desire to help develop fellow soldiers cyberspace knowledge and skills led him to create a facility where both novices and experts can safely experiment with offensive and defensive cyber scenarios.
His interest in information technology began at an early age when he was growing up in Gambia.
“My Uncle gave me a computer and I wanted to understand how it worked so I took it apart and put it back together – it became my hobby,” said Corporal Adams.
“I joined the Army at 18, initially serving in the Royal Artillery before moving across to the Royal Signals.”
Corporal Adams, who has a first-class Honours Degree in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and a Master's Degree in Cyber Security, identified a suitable building for the Cyber Development Suite and sourced the equipment, hardware and software, all without any external funding and in his own time.
His citation describes him as an ambassador for cyber and an advocate for the practical application of academic study. It states he truly represents what all engineers should aspire to be. His passion and determination have created a platform where cyber novices can excel. If you want to know more about Cyber and his achievements read the full story here.
