Joseph Rooke
About Joseph Rooke
Joseph Rooke serves as the Intelligence Services Manager for EMEA at Recorded Future, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity and intelligence services, having held various roles at BAE Systems and founded Social Connekt.
Work at Recorded Future
Joseph Rooke currently serves as the Intelligence Services Manager EMEA at Recorded Future, a role he has held since June 2021. In this position, he oversees intelligence services across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. Prior to this role, he worked as an Intelligence Services Consultant EMEA at Recorded Future from 2019 to 2021. His experience at Recorded Future has contributed to his expertise in managing intelligence services and understanding cybersecurity threats.
Previous Experience at BAE Systems
Joseph Rooke has held multiple positions at BAE Systems, showcasing a diverse career in the defense and cybersecurity sectors. He worked as a Strategy MENA from 2017 to 2018 in Abu Dhabi, and as a Cyber Security Consultant for BAE Systems Digital Intelligence in 2018. Additionally, he served as a Junior Project Manager in 2015 and as an Analyst & Government Relations from 2016 to 2017. His roles at BAE Systems provided him with a solid foundation in project management and cybersecurity.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Rooke earned a Bachelor's degree (BA) Hons in Politics & International Relations from the University of Kent, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. His academic background has equipped him with a strong understanding of geopolitical issues, which complements his professional focus on cybersecurity and intelligence services. He has a keen interest in the intersection of nation-state cyber threat groups and geopolitics.
Reservist Role in the Royal Navy
Since 2021, Joseph Rooke has served as a Reservist in the Royal Navy. This role allows him to apply his skills and knowledge in a military context, contributing to national security efforts. His service as a Reservist complements his professional experience in intelligence and cybersecurity.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Joseph Rooke founded and directed Social Connekt from 2016 to 2018 in Guildford, United Kingdom. This entrepreneurial venture provided him with experience in managing a business and understanding the dynamics of the commercial sector, particularly in relation to cybersecurity.