Richard Clifford

Richard Clifford is an accomplished security professional with extensive experience in various roles within the cybersecurity sector. Currently serving as Principal Security Consultant at Rootshell Security since February 2021, Richard has also been a part of Synack Red Team since September 2015, holding the unique title of Boba Fett (Bounty Hunter). Previous positions include Senior Security Consultant roles at Capita and 3GRC Ltd, as well as a tenure at Pen Test Partners as a Security Consultant. Richard has a strong foundation in penetration testing, having worked as a freelance penetration tester and in roles such as Penetration Testing Consultant at Pentura. Richard's credentials include CHECK Team Leader status, Security Clearance (SC), and diverse technical capabilities acquired through various positions, including as a System Developer and Network and Security Engineer. Richard's educational background includes a BTEC Diploma from City College Plymouth and GSCEs from Ridgeway School.