EXPERIENCE
Austin Coontz is an accomplished 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…
InfoSec World 2026
TrustedSec is proud to sponsor and have a booth at this year's InfoSec World!
Wild West Hackin' Fest 2026
We're thrilled to sponsor this year's Wild West Hackin' Fest and we'd love to see you at our booth!
GrrCON 2026
TrustedSec is proud to sponsor and have a booth at this year's GrrCON!
Black Hat USA Training - Supply-Chain to Runtime: Attacking & Defending the Modern DevOps Stack
During our Black Hat training, go beyond network pentesting fundamentals and gain the attacker and defender perspective needed to conduct modern,…
AMA: CCPA's New Cybersecurity Audit Requirement
During this live AMA, you’ll get the chance to ask your pressing questions about the new CCPA regulations and find out how your organization can prepare for…
CMMC is (Not) Cancelled
Word is out that the Department of War (DoW) has suspended the rollout of CMMC Phase II. However, contractors working on CMMC compliance should not abandon…
Pandora’s Container Part 1: Unpacking Azure Container Security
Azure container services are everywhere. Their attack surface? Often overlooked. In Part 1 of this blog series, we walk through offensive techniques targeting…
BSidesPGH 2026
TrustedSec is proud to sponsor this year's BSides Pittsburgh and we look forward to seeing you at our booth!
Vulnify: Giving Your Agents a CVE Brain
The CVE brain your AI agent has been missing. In this blog, we introduce Vulnify, an open-source tool that stitches eight authoritative vulnerability databases…
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