Jacob Riggs

A trusted authority in all things digital, Jacob Riggs has developed remarkable security tools which support our online community. Having gained experience working with a variety of large-scale organisations such as John Lewis and The Guardian, his work is admired and trusted by professionals aiming to advance their corporate technology. With a unique outlook on technology due to his various ventures in the sector, the insights he shares at events are now in great demand globally.

Beginning his security career as a Security Analyst at John Lewis & Partners, Jacob showcased his passion for protecting users online throughout his time at the company. Providing a professional service at all companies he has operated within, he later secured the role of Cyber Security Analyst at Charityshare Ltd. In 2017, Jacob became the Information Security Analyst for The Guardian News and Media. Advancing upon his career, he gained the opportunity to fill the role of Penetration Tester before securing the role of Security Specialist in 2019.

Renowned for his commendable career, Jacob now forwards as the Security Architect for Deadswitch. First Founding Deadswitch in 2017, he has since built three security tools which serve the digital wants and needs of users. Most recently, he has created Subject Access, a system which focuses on GDPR access rights and Fobber, an RFID key cloning tool. As part of the digital community, his in-depth development and understanding have allowed him to become one of the most well-regarded professionals in his field.

As a full-time security specialist, Jacob Riggs has dedicated his career to highlighting security weaknesses in global organisations. A list of his previous clients including Facebook, Google, and the UK Government, he has been able to utilise his abilities as an ethical hacker to help improve their digital security. When looking for an engaging cybersecurity speaker to attend your event, do not hesitate in hiring Jacob!