James Aguilan works as a Cybersecurity Researcher. He has provided upskilling and development to Government Agencies, National Critical Infrastructures and Large Corporations through the simulation of cyber-attacks and forensic investigations workshops. In the past, James worked as a Data Consultant where he advised high profiling clients on how to handle their data in a Civil Litigation or Criminal Investigation. Notably, this includes the largest Merger between two US Powerhouse Conglomerate, a deal worth $87 billion. Additionally, he has also served as a Cybersecurity Consultant where he would Respond to Incidents and Perform Full Forensic Investigations. James holds a first-class honour in Computer Forensics and is actively working towards a Masters in Network Security and Penetration Testing.
The Air-Gap Dilemma
QA Cyber Security Specialist, James Aguilan, looks at the methods through which air-gapped systems can be compromised.
26 March 2019Safeguarding your Digital Footprint
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, shares 6 tips that can help you safeguard your digital footprint.
05 March 2018Phishing Campaigns: Defending organisations against phishing
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, argues that understanding how to defend against phishing is of paramount importance for the confidentiality and integrity o…
15 February 2018Most common ways for thieves to steal your cryptocurrency
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, looks at how cybercriminals can steal your coins.
19 July 2018Is Mr Robot a good representation of real-life hacking and hacking culture?
QA Cybersecurity trainer James Aguilan looks at several scenarios featured in the hit US TV series Mr Robot – and how they may represent real-life hacking.
19 February 2018How to build an effective cyber defence against polymorphic malware
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, lists three key areas where security efforts should be focussed to counter polymorphic malware.
11 October 2018How do organisations demonstrate accountability for GDPR compliance?
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, outlines steps towards demonstrating compliance with the GDPR.
20 March 2018Cyber criminals can exploit flaws in online security and all new appliances
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, looks at how internet-enabled devices such as fridges, doorbells and TVs are leaving consumers exposed to hackers.
22 May 2018Cryptocurrency Mining: Does the reward outweigh the cost?
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, looks at the practice of mining cryptocurrency.
27 March 2018Cryptocurrency in traditional crimes
QA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, looks at how cryptocurrency is used in crimes such as drug trafficking, money laundering and fraud.
25 July 2018