Faran Siddiqui is a skilled Security Researcher at FireCompass, where responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing emerging threats such as CVEs and malware, as well as authoring blogs on cybersecurity trends. Previous roles include Security Research Intern at FireCompass and various CTF player positions at TryHackMe and HackTheBox. Faran also has experience as a Research Intern at SISTMR Australia, focusing on setting up a pentesting environment, and participated in virtual programs at PwC and SAP, gaining knowledge in cybersecurity practices such as configuring Active Directory and implementing password policies. Faran's academic background includes studies at the University of Mumbai, with foundational knowledge in cybersecurity obtained through an internship at IDEMI MUMBAI.