Joshua Wright
About Joshua Wright
Joshua Wright serves as a Faculty Fellow at the SANS Institute and Technical Director at Counter Hack Challenges, LLC. He specializes in cybersecurity, providing expert witness services, developing training courses, and engaging in penetration testing.
Work at SANS Institute
Joshua Wright has been a Faculty Fellow at SANS Institute since 2004. In this role, he develops and delivers advanced training courses focused on offensive operations and incident response. His contributions to the SANS Institute include engaging in hands-on training and mentoring individuals in the field of information security. He has been involved in creating Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges for cybersecurity competitions, enhancing the learning experience for participants.
Technical Director at Counter Hack Challenges, LLC.
Since 2017, Joshua Wright has served as the Technical Director at Counter Hack Challenges, LLC, located in Providence, Rhode Island. In this position, he oversees the development of cybersecurity challenges and training exercises. His work involves engaging with various organizations to conduct penetration testing and security assessments, ensuring that clients are equipped to handle cybersecurity threats effectively.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Wright earned a Bachelor of Information Science from Johnson & Wales University, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in information science, which he applies in his professional endeavors within the cybersecurity field. His expertise encompasses offensive security operations, incident response, and legal aspects of cybersecurity.
Expert Witness Services
In addition to his roles in education and technical direction, Joshua Wright provides expert witness services in legal cases involving cybersecurity issues. His experience in the field allows him to offer valuable insights and assessments in legal contexts, contributing to the understanding of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents.
Background in Information Security
Joshua Wright's entry into the information security field began after he was caught hacking, which led him to uncover a vulnerability disclosure. This experience sparked his interest in cybersecurity and has shaped his career trajectory, motivating him to mentor others and contribute to the field through training and assessments.