John Hubbard — Security Consultant
My goal is to simplify cybersecurity operations for the next generation of cyber defenders! With years of hands-on experience as a SOC analyst and manager, I know what it takes to defend an organization against advanced cyber threats. My passion lies in helping cyber defenders level up their skills, whether they're just starting out or leading security operations teams. As a SANS Senior Instructor and SOC course author, I've designed and teach multiple SOC-focused courses, including: ✅ SEC450: SOC Analyst Training - Applied Skills for Cyber Defense Operaitons ✅ LDR551: Building & Leading Security Operations Centers I specialize in: 🔹 Security Operations & Threat Hunting – Developing effective SIEM, detection engineering, and network security monitoring strategies 🔹 Use Case Development & Tuning – Enhancing SOC efficiency through well-crafted detections and threat intelligence 🔹 SOC Leadership & Cyber Defense Strategy – Helping teams optimize workflows, improve collaboration, and build resilient SOC teams Teaching & Content Creation Effective cybersecurity education goes beyond theory—it requires real-world insights, simple and clear communication, and hands-on learning. Through the Blueprint Podcast, my YouTube channel, and live training courses, I break down complex topics into practical, actionable lessons that security professionals can immediately apply. Check them out at the links below! 📅 Join My In-Person SANS Training – sans.org/profiles/john-hubbard/ 🎙 Listen to Blueprint Podcast – blueprintpodcast.live 📺 Watch my YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/sechubb Let’s connect and strengthen the cybersecurity community together!
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity Educator and SOC Expert with a focus on operational efficiency.
Location: Maplewood, New Jersey, United States
Experience: 20 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Security Operations
- Teaching
Career Highlights
- Expert in simplifying cybersecurity operations.
- SANS Senior Instructor with extensive teaching experience.
- Proven track record in SOC leadership and threat hunting.
Work Experience
Spectrum Security
Advisor (4 mos)
SANS Institute
Sr. Instructor / Course Author / Cyber Defense Curriculum Lead (10 yrs 9 mos)
GlaxoSmithKline Pharma GmbH
SOC Analyst / US SOC Lead (6 yrs)
BAE Systems
Computer Engineer - Engineering Leadership Development Program (4 yrs 3 mos)
Electrical Engineering Intern (3 mos)
CTS Corporation
Electrical Engineering Intern (3 yrs)
Education
BSEE at Purdue University
Master of Engineering (MEng) - Computer Engineering at Binghamton University
