Matthew Willburn
About Matthew Willburn
Matthew Willburn is an analyst with a strong background in cybersecurity and education in various scientific fields. He has worked for organizations such as SAIC and Bishop Fox, and has extensive experience in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, particularly for Department of Defense Information Systems.
Work at Bishop Fox
Matthew Willburn has been employed at Bishop Fox as an Analyst since 2022. In this role, he applies his expertise in cybersecurity to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. His work contributes to the organization's mission of enhancing security for various clients, including those in sensitive sectors.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Willburn has a strong educational background in cybersecurity and related fields. He studied at the SANS Technology Institute, earning a Graduate Certificate in Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking from 2019 to 2021 and a Master of Science in Information Security Engineering from 2021 to 2023. He also completed a Microsoft Software and Systems Academy program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, focusing on Server and Cloud Administration from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Western Governors University and a Bachelor of Science in Cellular Biology from Western Washington University.
Background
Before joining Bishop Fox, Matthew Willburn worked as a Cyber Security Engineer at SAIC from 2019 to 2022. His earlier experience includes serving as an Intelligence Team Leader in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army from 2012 to 2015. This diverse background has equipped him with substantial experience in security management and threat mitigation.
Achievements
Matthew Willburn has extensive experience in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, particularly for Department of Defense Information Systems. He has eight years of management experience, focusing on security and threat mitigation. His ability to lead teams and coordinate across various departments demonstrates his strategic intelligence capabilities.