Tim Larkin
About Tim Larkin
Tim Larkin serves as the Director of Cyber Operations at Adapt Forward, bringing extensive experience in cybersecurity and education. He has held various roles in organizations such as Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and Booz Allen Hamilton, and he is also an Executive Board Member for the Boy Scouts of America, Coastal Carolina Council.
Work at Adapt Forward
Tim Larkin serves as the Director of Cyber Operations at Adapt Forward, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's cybersecurity initiatives and strategies. His leadership contributes to enhancing the company's operational security framework. Adapt Forward is located in Charleston, South Carolina, where Larkin applies his extensive experience in the cybersecurity field.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining Adapt Forward, Tim Larkin worked at Booz Allen Hamilton as a Cybersecurity Business Leader from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Senior Incident Response Engineer at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association for nine months in 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he worked at SPINVI as a Senior Cyber Security Engineer and Hunt Analyst from 2019 to 2020, where he focused on identifying and mitigating cyber threats.
Education and Expertise
Tim Larkin is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Information Security Engineering (MSISE) at SANS Technology Institute. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Webster University. His educational background supports his expertise in cybersecurity, incident response, and operational leadership.
Teaching and Mentorship Roles
Larkin has experience in education as an Adjunct Instructor at Trident Technical College from 2019 to 2021. He also served as a SANS Mentor from 2019 to 2020, where he guided students in cybersecurity topics. These roles reflect his commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Community Involvement
Tim Larkin has been an Executive Board Member for the Boy Scouts of America, Coastal Carolina Council since 2016. In this capacity, he contributes to the organization's mission and supports youth development initiatives. His involvement demonstrates a commitment to community service and leadership beyond his professional career.