EXPERIENCE
Fatima Ghani, Associate Security Consultant, brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as an IT Analyst, where she provided exemplary support and consulting services to clients, ensuring minimal system downtime. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Fatima has honed her skills in optimizing system performance and bolstering cybersecurity measures. Her transition to the cybersecurity field is marked by a dedication to leveraging her expertise to safeguard digital assets and mitigate emerging threats.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Commerce with a pathway certificate in Business Technology Management – McMaster University, Canada
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft SC900: Security, Compliance, and Identity (SCI) Fundamentals
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- WiCyS – Women in Cybersecurity
PASSION FOR SECURITY
During a pivotal gap year, while awaiting a work permit upon moving to the US, Fatima discovered her passion for security. During this time, she immersed herself in the cybersecurity world, staying up to date with cyber news, exploring the intricacies of security through podcasts and blogs, and actively engaging in hands-on learning experiences such as setting up home lab simulations and participating in platforms like HackTheBox and TryHackMe. Her independent study efforts culminated in acquiring cybersecurity certifications, marking a significant career transition towards her newfound passion.
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…
Tips for Incident Response Planning: Prepare Before Crisis Strikes
During our next webinar, our Incident Response experts will cover what organizations should do to prepare so they can respond quickly and be on the way to…
Inside the Modern Red Team: How Attackers Think, and What Defenders Miss
Discover how modern Red Teams think like attackers, what defenders often miss, and how to strengthen your cybersecurity posture.
Limiting Domain Controller Attack Surface: Why Less Services, Less Software, Less Agents = Less Exposure
Before we dive in, let’s get all the TrustedSec Certified Absolutes out of the way:All software presents some level of inherent risk.Only required software…
News 5 Cleveland - Elyria Police responded to a reported restaurant robbery. But it was actually an AI prank.
AI quality is evolving rapidly, making it easier than ever to create convincing fakes from a phone. Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hamerstone spoke with News…
Top 10 Blogs of 2025
Everyone has a year-end list, and this is ours. See what our top-performing cybersecurity blogs were in 2025, there could be some you might have missed!
News 5 Cleveland - Holiday Warning: Keeping your loved ones safe from scams
As the holidays approach, the most effective defense against fraud is an informed family. Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hamerstone spoke with News 5…
Security Advisory: React2Shell (CVE-2025-55182) - Critical RCE Vulnerability
A critical vulnerability affecting React Server Components (RSC) is being actively exploited. Here's what to look for and what to do next.
WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Holiday scams are in full swing. Here's how to protect yourself
Don't let scammers ruin your holiday season. Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hamerstone joins WWL First News to discuss the most common seasonal scams and…
Holy Shuck! Weaponizing NTLM Hashes as a Wordlist
Password reuse is common in Active Directory (AD). From an attacker’s perspective, it is a reliable path to lateral movement or privilege escalation. Most IT…
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