10 Cybersecurity Pros to Follow on LinkedIn

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, designed to encourage end users to better understand what they can do to improve their cyber hygiene. But to be effective, IT professionals need to stay aware of the changing tactics, techniques, and procedures that cybercriminals are using. This can be a tedious task if you don’t know where to look, so we’ve compiled a list of 10 cybersecurity pros whose LinkedIn profile clearly demonstrates their proficiency in IT. Stay informed, learn from experts, and expand your network by following these IT security authorities.

Graham Cluley

Cybersecurity blogger Graham Cluey started his career at Dr Solomon’sOpens a new window Software, where he helped create the first Dr Solomon’s Anti-Virus Toolkit. He has also worked at McAfee and Sophos, where he authored the company’s Naked Security blog.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahamcluley/
Post Frequency: Daily
Also Seen On: grahamcluley.com; Smashing Security PodcastOpens a new window ; The AI Fix PodcastOpens a new window

Andy Greenberg

Current Wired reporter Andy Greenberg has been writing on security, technology, and the internet since 2006. Earlier in his career, he wrote for Forbes, where he interviewed Julian AssangeOpens a new window and Kim DotcomOpens a new window .
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andygreenbergjournalist/Opens a new window
Post Frequency: Daily
Also Seen On: andygreenberg.net; SlateOpens a new window ; WiredOpens a new window

Troy Hunt

While Troy Hunt doesn’t work at Microsoft, they have recognized him as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional. In 2013, he created the website “Have I Been Pwned?” to help users determine if their information was compromised in a data breach.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyhunt/
Post Frequency: Daily
Also Seen On: troyhunt.comOpens a new window ; haveibeenpwned.com; Course Author at PluralsightOpens a new window

Mikko Hyppönen 

Global security expert Mikko Hyppönen has been in IT security since 1991. His Hyppönen Law declares that all smart appliances are vulnerable. He has won numerous awards, including CISO MAG’s Cybersecurity Person of the Year in 2020 and one of PC WORLD’s “50 Most Important People on the Web” in 2007.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypponen/Opens a new window
Post Frequency: Weekly
Also Seen On: mikko.com; TEDOpens a new window

Brian Krebs

After Chinese hackers took over his home network, former Washington Post reporter Brian Krebs became interested in cybersecurity. He founded KrebsOnSecurity.com in 2009, where he regularly updates the world on cybercrime and internet security and has continues to act as an independent investigative journalist.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bkrebs/
Post Frequency: Daily
Also Seen On: KrebsOnSecurityOpens a new window ; Former SpiceWorld Keynote Speaker

Jeff Moss

Still known in some circles by his hacker name, “The Dark Tangent,” Jeff Moss founded the annual Black Hat and DEFCON computer security conferences. He is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and was appointed to the US Department of Homeland Security’s cybersecurity advisory council. 
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmoss/
Post Frequency: Weekly
Also Seen On: defcon.orgOpens a new window

Craig Newmark

You may recognize the name – Craig Newmark is the founder and namesake of Craigslist. Through his craig newmark philanthropies organization, he helps advocate for cybersecurity awareness and education. In September 2024, he donated $100 million to help advance national cybersecurity in the United States
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craignewmark/Opens a new window
Post Frequency: Daily
Also Seen On: TEDxPotomacOpens a new window ; craignewmarkphilanthropies.orgOpens a new window

Stu Sjouwerman

As the Founder and CEO of KnowBe4, Stu Sjouwerman highlighted the importance of cybersecurity awareness training for corporations. He is a member of InfraGard, a public-private partnership between the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to help protect the country’s critical infrastructure.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stusjouwerman/Opens a new window
Post Frequency: Weekly
Also Seen On: KnowBe4’s Cyber Heist newsletterOpens a new window ; Spiceworks Community – Stu (KnowBe4)

Vinny Troia

Certified Ethical Hacker Vinny Troia has helped identify members of some of the most prominent hacker groups, including the operator of BreachForums and members of The Dark Overlord. Hunting cybercriminals is his passion, and as a result, he knows how to navigate the dark web like an expert.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnytroia/Opens a new window
Post Frequency: Weekly
Also Seen On: vinnytroia.com 

Tara Wheeler

Cybersecurity expert Tara Wheeler is a senior fellow for global cyber policy at the Council on Foreign Relations and a Board Member of the Electronic Frontier Foundation. She is CEO of Red Queen Dynamics and author of the book “Women in Tech.”
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarah/Opens a new window
Post Frequency: Weekly
Also Seen On: tarah.orgOpens a new window ; SpiceWorld 2024 Keynote Speaker