Ed Bull
About Ed Bull
Ed Bull is a Software Engineer at Fortra, where he develops features for macOS and Linux platforms using Swift and Python. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Georgia State University and has extensive experience in security research.
Work at Fortra
Ed Bull has been employed as a Software Engineer at Fortra since 2022. In this role, he utilizes programming languages such as Swift and Python to develop features for both macOS and Linux platforms. His responsibilities include building server-side logic for the cloud controller of the Frontline Agent for Linux, which focuses on identifying and auditing Linux distributions for vulnerabilities. Additionally, he has contributed to enhancing the Frontline Agent for macOS by developing websocket support and implementing auditing processes to improve vulnerability detection and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Ed Bull holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Georgia State University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of Central Florida, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the same university between 2008 and 2010. This diverse educational background provides him with a unique perspective in software engineering and development.
Background
Before joining Fortra, Ed Bull worked at Tripwire as a Security Researcher from 2014 to 2022. During his eight years in this position, he focused on security-related projects and contributed to the development of various tools and processes aimed at enhancing system security. His experience in security research complements his current role in software engineering, particularly in the area of vulnerability detection and reporting.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ed Bull has made significant contributions to software development and security. At Fortra, he has developed websocket support for the Frontline Agent for macOS, which enhances its functionality. He has also implemented auditing processes for Linux distributions, improving the detection and reporting of vulnerabilities. His work on vulnerability coverage features for the Frontline Agent for macOS further showcases his commitment to enhancing software security.