Hey and welcome to my site! I am penetration tester who has been in the field for over 5 years now, starting initially in more of a digital forensics based role then venturing into the world of offensive security. My favourite aspect of offensive security is infrastructure testing, I enjoy testing Windows Active Directory environments and am constantly looking for ways to improve. In the future, I would eventually like to transition into a red/purple teaming role, focusing on how an organisation can detect and prevent unauthorised access to their systems.
In my sparetime, I love tackling CTF challenges. My favourite platforms have to be PentesterLab and Hackthebox.eu, they’re absolutely brilliant for learning new techniques. I also enjoy coding in Python, I write mostly small scripts to help me within my day job, automating boring tasks, writing exploits etc.
Non-work related hobbies include taking part in Crossfit classes, I will get that fabled muscle-up one day! I also enjoy playing the guitar, however rarely find the time any more. I am also now a father and have two doggos, all of which keep me on my toes daily! :)
Professional
Day to day, I work as a penetration tester, performing a wide array of security assessments for clients across a range of sectors.
I am competent in performing:
- External, Internal and Wireless Network Penetration Testing;
- Web Application and API Penetration Testing;
- Build, Firewall & Configuration Reviews;
- Restricted Environment/Breakout Assessments.
Continuous Professional Development:
Throughout my career I have pursued a number of certifications and training courses. Please see below for further information.
I have attended/taken the following training courses throughout my career:
- Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation - Offensive Security
- Penetration Testing with Kali Linux - Offensive Security
- DevSecops - NotSoSecure
- The Art of Hacking - NotSoSecure
- Malware Investigator - 7Safe
I have achieved the following certifications throughout my career:
| Certification | Year Achieved |
|---|---|
| Crest Registered Penetration Tester (CRT PEN) | 2019 |
| Crest Practioner Security Analyst (CPSA) | 2019 |
| Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) | 2018 |
| 7Safe Certified Malware Investigator | 2017 |
I have also been a member of Hackthebox since 2017, although I rarely find the time to keep up with new boxes at the moment. You can check out my profile below.
