Jacob Steadman

Jacob Steadman is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in penetration testing and network security. Currently serving as a Senior Penetration Tester at Rapid7 since April 2025, Jacob previously held the position of Lead Penetration Tester at Vertical Structure, where responsibilities included leading a CHECK team. Earlier experience includes roles at CYBER GUARDED LIMITED as a Penetration Tester, where various ethical hacking engagements were conducted, and an academic background as a PhD research student at Queen's University Belfast, focusing on network security and the development of a covert data exfiltration detection application. Jacob's educational qualifications include a PhD in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, an MSc in Cyber Security, and certifications in ethical hacking.