Timothy Mc Kenzie
About Timothy Mc Kenzie
Timothy McKenzie is a Penetration Testing Principal Consultant at Trustwave and a SANS Certified Instructor and Co-Author for SEC542. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having previously worked at SecureWorks and United American Insurance Company.
Work at SANS Institute
Timothy McKenzie has been associated with the SANS Institute since 2020. He serves as a SANS Certified Instructor and Co-Author for the SEC542 course. His role involves delivering training and educational content in the field of information security, focusing on penetration testing methodologies and techniques.
Current Position at Trustwave
Since 2021, Timothy McKenzie has held the position of Penetration Testing Principal Consultant at Trustwave. In this role, he is responsible for leading penetration testing engagements, assessing security vulnerabilities, and providing expert guidance to clients on improving their security posture.
Previous Experience at SecureWorks
Timothy McKenzie worked at SecureWorks from 2014 to 2020 as a Red Team / Penetration Tester. During his six years at the company, he was involved in simulating cyber attacks to identify vulnerabilities in client systems and enhance their security measures.
Role at United American Insurance Company
From 2012 to 2014, Timothy McKenzie served as a Penetration Tester and Senior IT Security Manager at United American Insurance Company in McKinney, TX. His responsibilities included overseeing IT security initiatives and conducting penetration testing to safeguard the company's information systems.
Education and Expertise
Timothy McKenzie earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Western Governors University in 2007. His education focused on information security, providing him with a solid foundation for his career in cybersecurity and penetration testing.