Martin McKeay

Martin McKeay is a security technologist with over 20 years of experience in network security. He excels at simplifying complex concepts for a wide audience and has a passion for generating intelligence from data to educate the security industry.

Martin McKeay played a pivotal role in the creation and evolution of Akamai's State of the Internet / Security report, expanding its scope to cover various critical topics in the security landscape beyond DDoS and WAF attacks. He provided essential data and technical insights during significant incidents like the Mirai botnet attack on Brian Krebs.

In addition to his contributions to the Akamai report, Martin McKeay has been actively involved in Verizon's Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), emphasizing the importance of sharing data and intelligence within the security community. He is a co-host of the FIRST Impressions podcast and has been a pioneer in cybersecurity content creation through blogs, podcasts, webinars, and industry reports.

With a career spanning roles such as network engineer, IDS/IPS analyst, security advocate, and content creator, Martin McKeay possesses a diverse skill set. His background as a QSA for four years combined with a strong networking foundation has enriched his understanding of the security landscape. He shares his wealth of knowledge with security professionals globally through various speaking engagements and publications.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Martin McKeay enjoys hobbies like playing Dungeons & Dragons, extensive reading, and indulging in 3D printing. His collection of printers assists him in creating miniatures, reflecting his love for learning from mistakes and continuous self-improvement.