John Laycock

John Laycock is an accomplished cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in threat research, incident response, and forensic analysis. Currently serving as a Principal Analyst at Optiv, John focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and improving security measures through SOAR solutions and advanced SIEM tools. Previous roles include Threat Researcher at Netenrich, Inc., and CTI/Insider Threat Lead at Iron Vine Security, where John contributed to identifying emerging threats and supporting critical government security programs. With a strong background in threat intelligence and forensic examinations spanning over two decades, John has consistently collaborated with cross-functional teams and delivered impactful insights to enhance security postures across various organizations. John's educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Northern Illinois University.