Jeremy Kirk

Jeremy Kirk is a prominent cybersecurity journalist and technology professional with an extensive career in information security reporting.

Professional Background:

• Executive Editor for Security and Technology at Information Security Media Group (ISMG) from May 2016 to November 202214
• Currently works at Intel 471 as a cybercrime analyst and writer23
• Worked for International Data Group (now Foundry) in South Korea, the UK, and Australia2

Notable Achievements:

• Created "The Ransomware Files" podcast, which explores stories of IT professionals fighting ransomware12
• Multiple award winner at the Australian IT Journalism Awards (The Lizzies):
  • 2023: Best Journalist, Best Security Journalist, Best Short Form Content
  • 2022: Best Security Journalist
  • 2019: Best Security Journalist2

Journalism Focus: Kirk specialized in cybersecurity reporting, covering topics such as:

• Ransomware attacks
• Data breaches
• Cybercrime
• Technology security incidents

Career Transition: On November 24, 2022, Kirk concluded his 26-year journalism career, transitioning to a role in cyber threat intelligence at Intel 471.6 He has continued to produce content, including the Cybercrime Exposed podcast.5

Educational Background: Graduated from Eastern Illinois University3