Matt Ward
About Matt Ward
Matt Ward is an Associate Penetration Tester at Coalfire in Manchester, England, where he has worked since 2022. He holds multiple certifications in systems support and network security, and he is actively pursuing the OSCP certification to further his expertise in cybersecurity.
Work at Coalfire
Matt Ward has been employed at Coalfire as an Associate Penetration Tester since 2022. He works in Manchester, England, United Kingdom. In this role, he is involved in identifying vulnerabilities and assessing the security posture of client systems. His position requires a strong understanding of penetration testing methodologies and tools.
Education and Expertise
Matt Ward studied at The Manchester College, where he earned a Level 2 City & Guilds Certificate in System Support/Principles from 2014 to 2015. He continued his education at the same institution, achieving a Level 3 City & Guilds Certificate in Systems Support/Systems and Principles with Cisco Networking from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he completed the Routing and Switching Essentials course at Cisco Networking Academy during the same period. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Network Security with Penetration Testing from The Manchester Metropolitan University, obtained in 2019, and a Foundation degree in Computer Network Security with Ethical Hacking from 2018.
Professional Background
Prior to his current role at Coalfire, Matt Ward worked as a Professional Services Engineer at Forescout Technologies Inc. from 2020 to 2022. He also has experience as a Knowhow Technician/Customer Support at Currys plc from 2015 to 2017. These roles provided him with practical experience in technical support and cybersecurity solutions.
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Matt Ward is committed to continuous learning and growth in the field of cybersecurity. He actively pursues knowledge of emerging trends and technologies to enhance his expertise. Currently, he is working towards obtaining the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification, which will further develop his skills in penetration testing and cybersecurity.