Paul Fothergill
About Paul Fothergill
Paul Fothergill is a Solution Engineer at Recorded Future, with a background in cyber security and software engineering. He has held various roles in the IT sector, including positions at Micronet Infotech and QA Ltd, and has extensive academic qualifications in astrophysics and software development.
Work at Recorded Future
Paul Fothergill has been employed as a Solution Engineer at Recorded Future since 2018. His role involves leveraging his expertise in cybersecurity and software engineering to develop and implement solutions that enhance the company's offerings. Located in Somerville, Massachusetts, he has contributed to various projects that focus on threat intelligence and data analysis.
Previous Experience in Cyber Security
Prior to his current position, Paul worked as a Senior Cyber Security Consultant at Micronet Infotech from 2017 to 2018. He also held the role of Cyber Security Program Lead at Qa Ltd from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Cyber Security Subject Matter Expert and Information Security Officer at Practice Labs from 2016 to 2017. His diverse experience in these roles has equipped him with practical knowledge in cybersecurity practices.
Education and Expertise
Paul Fothergill holds a Bachelor's degree in Astrophysics from University College London, which he completed from 2004 to 2007. He further pursued a Master's degree at The Open University, studying various subjects including Software Development and Project Management from 2013 to 2017. He has also studied Software Engineering at City, University of London. His educational background supports his qualifications in cybersecurity and software engineering.
Teaching Role at City University London
Since 2016, Paul has been a Cyber Security Lecturer at City University London. In this role, he imparts knowledge and skills related to cybersecurity to students, drawing on his extensive industry experience. His teaching contributes to developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Paul possesses practical experience with various technical certifications and skills, including CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA-S, CISSP, and Linux. He has a strong interest in programming languages such as JAVA and Python, particularly in their application to security and communications. Additionally, he is qualified in PRINCE2, which he obtained during a project-based assignment in Italy.