Jeff Mc Junkin
About Jeff Mc Junkin
Jeff Mc Junkin is a Principal Instructor at SANS Institute, specializing in information security and advocating for continuous learning in the field. He has extensive experience in technical roles and founded Rogue Valley Information Security to help organizations improve their security posture.
Work at SANS Institute
Currently, Jeff Mc Junkin serves as a Principal Instructor at SANS Institute, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he focuses on teaching courses related to offensive operations and red teaming, specifically the SEC560: Enterprise Penetration Testing course. His teaching approach includes engaging students in hands-on labs and exercises, which are integral to the training curriculum. Mc Junkin also participates in various SANS training events, including the upcoming SANS Network Security Las Vegas 2024.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Mc Junkin earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance from Southern Oregon University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in information security. He advocates for ongoing learning and improvement within the field, emphasizing the importance of staying updated with the latest security practices and methodologies.
Background
Prior to his current role at SANS Institute, Jeff Mc Junkin accumulated extensive experience in various technical positions. He worked as a Senior Technical Analyst at Counter Hack Challenges, LLC. from 2014 to 2019. His earlier roles include serving as a Systems Engineer at Harry and David from 2006 to 2008 and as a Systems Administrator for the City of Central Point from 2007 to 2013. Additionally, he was a Research Lab Manager at Southern Oregon University for one year in 2007 to 2008.
Achievements
Jeff Mc Junkin founded Rogue Valley Information Security, an organization dedicated to providing actionable steps for improvement in security reports. He focuses on helping clients remediate security issues to ensure that findings are addressed effectively. His work involves emulating real-world adversaries in end-to-end engagements, which aids businesses in understanding the risks associated with technical flaws.