Connor Kovacs
About Connor Kovacs
Connor Kovacs is a Mid Tier Cyber Threat Analyst at Recorded Future, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in threat analysis, cybersecurity, and international politics, with previous experience at various organizations including Recorded Future, PacketViper LLC, and RedMorph Inc.
Current Role as Mid Tier Cyber Threat Analyst
Connor Kovacs currently serves as a Mid Tier Cyber Threat Analyst at Recorded Future, a position he has held since 2020. He operates out of McLean, Virginia, and has accumulated four years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include conducting threat analysis and contributing to the organization's cybersecurity initiatives. Kovacs has developed a strong specialization in threat analysis, leveraging his background to enhance the company's capabilities in identifying and mitigating cyber threats.
Previous Experience at Recorded Future
Before his current role, Connor Kovacs worked at Recorded Future as an Associate Cyber Threat Analyst on the AOD Team from 2019 to 2020. During his one-year tenure in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, he gained valuable experience in threat intelligence and analysis. This position laid the groundwork for his subsequent advancement within the company, allowing him to build on his skills in cybersecurity.
Educational Background in Cybersecurity and Politics
Connor Kovacs earned a Bachelor's Degree from Penn State University, where he studied International Politics with a focus on National Security and Security Risk Analysis in Information Cyber Security. His education spanned from 2014 to 2018, providing him with a dual expertise in international politics and cybersecurity. This academic background supports his understanding of national security issues, enhancing his analytical capabilities in the cybersecurity field.
Internship Experience in Cybersecurity
Prior to his current role, Connor Kovacs gained practical experience through various internships. He worked as a Threat Intelligence Intern at PacketViper LLC in 2018 for three months, where he contributed to threat analysis efforts. Additionally, he served as a Data Analyst at RedMorph Inc. in 2017 for two months and held an Analysis Intern position at the City of Pittsburgh's OEMHS for two months in the same year. These roles provided him with foundational skills in data analysis and threat intelligence.
Specializations and Skills in Cybersecurity
Connor Kovacs specializes in threat analysis and possesses a strong background in public speaking and report writing. He has a comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) as it pertains to cybersecurity. His combination of technical knowledge and communication skills enables him to effectively convey complex cybersecurity concepts and findings to diverse audiences.