Christian Nicholson
About Christian Nicholson
Christian Nicholson is an experienced instructor and lead consultant at Indelible LLC, where he has worked since 2018. He specializes in security programs and frameworks, with a background in network security and a diverse skill set in various cybersecurity domains.
Work at SANS Institute
Christian Nicholson has been associated with SANS Institute since 2014, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a decade. In addition to his SME role, he has worked as an Instructor since 2018. His involvement with SANS Institute underscores his commitment to cybersecurity education and training, where he contributes to the development of course materials and instruction in various cybersecurity domains.
Current Role at Indelible LLC
Since 2018, Christian Nicholson has held the position of Lead Consultant and Partner at Indelible LLC. In this role, he focuses on providing expert consulting services and has played a significant part in developing security programs and frameworks for numerous large organizations worldwide. His experience in consulting allows him to leverage his extensive knowledge in cybersecurity to assist clients in enhancing their security posture.
Education and Expertise
Christian Nicholson earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a focus on Network Security from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, studying from 2014 to 2016. Prior to this, he obtained an Associate's degree in Network Information Technology from Brookdale Community College, completing his studies between 2012 and 2014. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in areas such as Purple Teaming, Application Security (AppSec), and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Professional Background
Christian Nicholson has a diverse professional background in cybersecurity and IT. He worked as a Principal Solutions Architect at Reveald, Inc. from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Associate in Advisory at KPMG US from 2015 to 2017. His early career included roles as a PC Support Technician/Incident Response at 1st Constitution Bank and as an Interviewer at CRG Global. This varied experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of security operations and incident response.
Specializations and Skills
Christian Nicholson specializes in several key areas within cybersecurity, including Purple Teaming, Application Security, advisory roles, and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). His skill set encompasses a wide range of project types, including programming, network security, penetration testing, incident response and analysis, as well as Security Operations Center buildouts. This versatility allows him to address various cybersecurity challenges effectively.