Josh Taylor
Josh Taylor is a Lead Cybersecurity Analyst at Fortra, where he leads strategic initiatives within the Security Operations Center, manages advanced threat detection workflows, and mentors team members to strengthen the organization’s cybersecurity defenses. His work includes coordinating incident response efforts, refining operational processes, and driving cross-team collaboration to ensure effective protection against evolving threats.
Josh joined Fortra through its acquisition of Alert Logic, where he served as a Threat Researcher and SOC Analyst. During his time at Alert Logic, he gained extensive experience in threat analysis, incident management, and security operations. With over five years of experience in cybersecurity, Josh is skilled in leadership, operational optimization, and strategic planning.
Josh holds a Master’s degree in Information and Cybersecurity from UC Berkeley. He also serves in the U.S. Air Force Reserve Cyber Intelligence component, continuing to expand his expertise in national and organizational cybersecurity efforts.
Areas of expertise
- Cyber intelligence
- Incident response
- Leading technology and analytics
- Network security
- Risk management
- Security operations management
- Threat hunting