Strand runs one of the best-known pentesting and threat hunting firms in the U.S., and his 'pay what you can' training model has helped democratize access to security education for thousands of practitioners.
Expertise
- Penetration testing
- Active defense
- Threat hunting
- Security training
- Adversary emulation
FAQs
John Strand: frequently asked questions
Who is John Strand?
John Strand is founder of Black Hills Information Security and Active Countermeasures. He is a senior SANS instructor and widely regarded mentor in the offensive and defensive security communities.
What is John Strand's current role?
John Strand is Founder at Black Hills Information Security / Active Countermeasures.
What is John Strand known for?
John Strand focuses on Penetration testing, Active defense, Threat hunting, Security training, Adversary emulation.
Where is John Strand based?
John Strand is based in Spearfish, SD, USA.
What is John Strand listed under on Cyber Resources?
John Strand is listed in the Influencers & Voices category of Cyber Resources, the curated directory of the cybersecurity marketing and growth ecosystem.
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