A cybersecurity leader who blends analytical ability and technical proficiency with intellectual curiosity.
Possesses adept communication, meticulous attention to detail, and strong remediation skills. Fluent in written and oral Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, and Montenegrin.
On a journey to achieve cybersecurity excellence
def analyze_threat(ioc):
# Threat intelligence analysis
if is_malicious(ioc):
threat_level = assess_risk(ioc)
return {
'severity': threat_level,
'mitigation': generate_ioc()
}
return 'clean'Leading threat intelligence programs to identify, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats before they impact organizations.
Co-leading penetration testing and ethical hacking programs to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen security posture.
Leading comprehensive vulnerability assessment programs with strong remediation skills to address security gaps.
Co-leading medical device security programs to ensure healthcare infrastructure remains protected from cyber threats.
An online platform for learning cybersecurity, using hands-on exercises and labs.
An online platform for curated cybersecurity career paths, threat-informed training, and certification preparation.
An online platform for SOC analyst and incident response training for blue team members.
An online platform for learning penetration testing, security training, and compliance services.
A blue team training platform that offers hands-on, gamified exercises to learn, assess, and improve cyber defense skills and readiness.
An online cybersecurity training company that offers practical blue team certifications.
I've had the privilege of working with Ermin for a couple years in his role as a threat analyst and team lead at UpGuard. From day one he has been reliable and consistent, always someone I can count on to be there when I need him and to do the hard yards without complaining. He does the small tasks right every time, which is crucial in security analysis, but keeps the big picture of what our team and company are trying to accomplish in mind to question whether we could be doing better. On top of that, he's a pleasure to work with, an asset to the company professionally and culturally.
I have had the privilege to be an advisor, mentor, and friend of Ermin’s since he began his college career at DePaul University ten years ago. During this time, I have seen him grow tremendously as a person and a leader. He is an extremely creative individual who combines exceptional communication and team building skills with seemingly endless tenacity and dedication. A great early example of this was during his junior year. While in England to watch Manchester United play Liverpool, he reached out to ask if we could do some work on his resume and even scheduled a time for a call, which for him, was in the middle of the night! From then until now, Ermin has continued to impress me with his commitment to his personal and professional development. He is a self-starter who seeks out feedback and suggestions and constantly looks for new challenges. He is always eager to learn and has intellectual skills that are unsurpassed. And at all times, Ermin pays close attention to detail without ever losing sight of the total picture and larger overall goals. Also, he’s frighteningly punctual.
It was a pleasure to manage Ermin for several years, during which time he consistently demonstrated an extraordinary work ethic and remarkable discipline. Ermin's dedication to his professional growth was evident as he diligently worked on his training every day, even in his own time.
Ermin's commitment to excellence was unmatched. He never missed a delivery date, and the quality of his work was consistently outstanding. His attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality results were truly impressive.
Ermin is one of the most hardworking individuals I have ever had the pleasure to work with. His reliability, dedication, and exceptional performance make him an invaluable asset to any team. I highly recommend Ermin for any position that demands excellence and unwavering commitment.
I worked with Ermin when he was just beginning his cybersecurity journey. He had tons of passion right from the start, but what set him apart was his tenacity. In a very short time, he absorbed tons of security knowledge like a sponge. He quickly went from a novice to an expert by constantly reading, asking questions to various subject matter experts, and dedicating time to hacking simulations. I think Ermin is a great addition to any team. He works hard and always completes whatever task he sets his mind to!
Interested in collaborating on threat intelligence research or discussing security challenges?