Aaron Whelan
About Aaron Whelan
Aaron Whelan is a Senior Forensic Analyst currently employed at Arete Incident Response in Canada, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in cybersecurity and digital forensics, with previous roles at eSentire, Kivu Consulting, and Arete Incident Response.
Current Role as Senior Forensic Analyst
Aaron Whelan currently serves as a Senior Forensic Analyst at Arete Incident Response. He has held this position since 2021 and continues to work in Canada. In this role, he utilizes his expertise in forensic analysis to investigate cybersecurity incidents and provide insights into potential threats.
Previous Experience at Arete Incident Response
Before his current role, Aaron worked as a Cyber Security Analyst at Arete Incident Response from 2019 to 2021. During his two years in this position, he contributed to various cybersecurity initiatives and gained valuable experience in incident response while based in Toronto, Canada.
Educational Background in Computer Science and Mathematics
Aaron studied at Canterbury College, where he completed A levels in Mathematics and Computer Science from 2007 to 2009. He furthered his education at Sir Sanford Fleming College, earning an Advanced Diploma in Computer and Information Systems Security and Investigations from 2016 to 2019.
Experience in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Aaron has a diverse background in cybersecurity and digital forensics. He worked as a Security Analyst at eSentire for three months in 2019 and as a Digital Forensics Analyst at Kivu Consulting, Inc. for seven months in the same year. These roles enhanced his skills in security analysis and forensic investigations.
Early Career in Sales and Customer Service
Prior to his focus on cybersecurity, Aaron worked in sales and customer service. He was employed at OSL Marketing from 2014 to 2016 and at The Brick from 2016 to 2018, where he developed skills in customer interaction and service.