Sean Coubrough
About Sean Coubrough
Sean Coubrough is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia with over 14 years of experience in security fields, particularly in cyber incident response. He has held various roles across multiple companies, including Dimension Data, Telstra, and BlackBerry, and has a background in banking and finance.
Work at KPMG Australia
Sean Coubrough has been serving as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia since 2021. His role involves overseeing various projects and initiatives related to cybersecurity. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, he contributes to KPMG's mission of providing high-quality advisory services. His extensive background in security and incident response enhances the firm's capabilities in managing cyber threats.
Professional Experience in Cybersecurity
Sean Coubrough has accumulated over 14 years of experience in security fields, with a focus on incident response. Prior to his current role, he worked at Forcepoint LLC as a Security Engineer specializing in Next Generation Firewall solutions from 2016 to 2019. He also held the position of Security Solutions Architect at Dimension Data for one year in 2015-2016. His diverse experience includes roles at BlackBerry and BT, where he further developed his expertise in cybersecurity.
Background in Technology and Finance
Sean Coubrough has a varied background that includes significant roles in the banking and finance sectors. He worked as a Network Manager at UBS from 1998 to 2000 and as a Contractor in Network Management at NatWest for one year. His experience in these sectors has provided him with a solid understanding of the unique security challenges faced by financial institutions.
Education and Early Career
Sean Coubrough completed his High School Certificate at Oakhill College from 1983 to 1986. He began his professional career in technology as an IT Support technician at Tower Technology from 1995 to 1996. His early roles laid the foundation for his extensive career in technology and cybersecurity, leading to positions at companies such as Nortel Networks UK and Telstra.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Sean Coubrough has held various positions that reflect his growth in the technology sector. He worked as a Senior Technical Designer at BT from 2011 to 2015 and as a Technology Specialist at Telstra for eight years. His transition to roles focused on security, including his time as a Senior Sales Engineer at BlackBerry, showcases his adaptability and commitment to the field.