Ray Confer

Ray Confer is a seasoned cybersecurity professional currently serving as a Staff Security Engineer at TriNet, where responsibilities include leading Cyber Threat Intelligence initiatives and Red Team exercises with a particular focus on the MITRE ATT&CK framework. Prior roles at TriNet included running the Application Security program and conducting internal security testing while developing Secure Coding training and resources for developers. Previous experience encompasses Web Application Penetration Testing at VA Financial Services Center and instructional roles at New Horizons Computer Learning Centers and Training Camp, where Ray taught IT boot camp classes. Additional past work involved contributions to the DOD computer systems at Lockheed Martin. Ray's academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Graphic Design from Harcourt Learning and an Associate's degree in Physical Fitness from Greenville College. Ray holds numerous certifications, including A+, Net+, Sec+, CASP, and CEH.