Meet Chris: Your Cybersecurity Guide and Geek-at-Heart

Hello there! I’m Chris, your friendly neighborhood Hacker, Engineer, and self-proclaimed Geek. My world revolves around Cyber Security, with my focus on Security Architecture, Purple Teaming, and Cloud Technology. I’m all about designing robust security solutions and rigorously testing them to ensure they perform flawlessly.

Lifelong Learning: My Mantra

In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, the learning never stops. I live by the adage “knowledge is power,” and I’m constantly on a quest to learn something new. As Simon Sinek says, finding your “Why” leads to fulfillment and passion. My “Why,” or Ikigai, is simple yet profound: I aim to educate, inform, and empower people to use the internet safely. If I can make the internet a more secure and stress-free place for users, I consider it a mission accomplished.

More Than Just Cybersecurity

When I’m not deep in the digital trenches, you’ll find me enjoying the thrill of motorcycling, the focus of Karate, or the complexity of a bouldering problem. Family is my anchor – chasing around after my two kids and spending time with my wonderful wife keeps me grounded. Recently, I’ve dived into the fascinating world of 3D printing. It’s a delightful hobby that allows me to go from digital idea to physical reality.

InfoBytes About Chris

  • Cyber Security enthusiast (to the point where my wife says I never shut up about it!)
  • Hails from West Yorkshire, UK.
  • Diverse IT background: From SysAdmin and Development to DevOps, and now, Security across my 20 year career.
  • A fan of Sci-Fi and Fantasy – think WH40K, MCU, LoTR, Harry Potter, and more.
  • Eclectic music taste.
  • Rides a Kawasaki Ninja 600 but dreams of owning a Harley.
  • Practices Freestyle Martial Arts and Goju-Ryu Karate at Black Paw Martial Arts Academy in Gomersal, West Yorkshire.
  • Avid reader and committed to lifelong learning.

Got questions or just want to chat about cybersecurity (or anything else)? Feel free to hit me up on Twitter.

Thanks for stopping by, and stay secure!