John Q.

John Q. is a seasoned cybersecurity professional currently serving as a Senior Security Consultant at Optiv since September 2021, where responsibilities include conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments. Prior to this role, John Q. served in the United States Air Force from May 2012 to October 2022, holding positions such as Chief of Weapons and Tactics and Cyber Warfare Officer. Key achievements include leading a software development team to create a cyber attack capability in just 30 days, managing vulnerability assessments for 122 global bases, and directing network management for USAF infrastructure. John Q. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Philosophy from the United States Air Force Academy and a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University.