EXPERIENCE
Austin Coontz is an accomplished Associate Security Consultant with a range of experience in IT. Having served in both Managed Service Provider (MSP) and large manufacturing company environments, Austin has cultivated a diverse skill set encompassing systems administration, threat intelligence, and end-user technical support. His hands-on experience in various IT roles has equipped him with invaluable insights into the intricacies of cybersecurity.
Austin's background is complemented by an impressive array of credentials, including a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems. He holds many esteemed accreditations, and his commitment to continuous learning and professional development is evident in his pursuit of certifications like eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (eJPTv2) and GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT). His dedication is underscored by continuing to stay at the forefront of cybersecurity practices and technologies.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science: Computer Information Systems
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
- Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (CPTS)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (eJPTv2)
- GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT)
- CompTIA Security+ (Sec+)
Featured Blogs And Resources
Discover the blogs, analysis, webinars, and podcasts by this team member.
A Beginner’s Guide to Mobile Application Testing
As consumers become more dependent on mobile devices, the need for application security has become more of a priority. In this blog post, I will discuss my…
Discord Livestream: Hunting Deserialization Vulnerabilities With Claude
Join us for an exclusive live Discord presentation and Q&A with Senior Security Consultant James Williams.
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) NEO - Secure Your Data in the Age of AI
Join WiCyS NEO as they wrap up the year with a grand finale event at the TrustedSec HQ!
Managing Privileged Roles in Microsoft Entra ID: A Pragmatic Approach
Introducing a custom model for understanding privileged roles in Microsoft Entra ID, developed by TrustedSecWhenever our team conducts a Hardening Review of…
Helpful Hints for Writing (and Editing) Cybersecurity Reports
When it comes to reading (and editing) (and proofreading) technical documents, it's important to remember that the details are key, and can make all the…
Purple Team Defense Strategies
Join Senior Security Consultant Sarah Norris and Security Consultant Zach Bevilacqua for a deep dive into how to create action items for a robust defense…
CMMC Subcontractors and Service Providers
Defense contractors are preparing their systems for the start of the upcoming CMMC rollout but what they may not have considered is how their relationship with…
TrustedSec Names Former FBI Unit Chief Ryan Macfarlane as Incident Response Lead
Ryan Macfarlane, with over 20 years of cyber experience at the FBI, has been appointed Incident Response Practice Lead amid the rising wave of sophisticated…
Security Noise - Footprint Discovery for Red Teamers
On this episode of Security Noise, our team discusses footprinting and reconnaissance techniques for red teamers, including identifying a target's online…
ISC2 Cleveland Chapter Member Meeting - October 2025
ISC2 Cleveland Chapter October MeetupCome join us for our meetup! The ISC2 Cleveland Chapter is hosting an exciting in-person event for all cybersecurity…
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