Ahmed Awad

Member since June 29, 2025

Cybersecurity Strategist | Threat Intelligence Leader | Author of Tactical Cyber Warfare Guides | 20+ Years in Frontline Defense

Ahmed Awad (AKA NullC0d3) is an internationally recognized cybersecurity expert and threat intelligence strategist with over two decades of operational experience securing critical infrastructures, neutralizing advanced persistent threats (APTs), and leading cyber defense missions across governmental, military, and Fortune 500 environments.

He has served as a trusted advisor to national security agencies and global enterprises, specializing in real-time threat hunting, cyber warfare simulation, digital forensics, and intelligence-led incident response. His unique blend of offensive mindset and defensive mastery enables him to uncover hidden threats and anticipate attacker behavior before damage is done.

As an author, Ahmed distills his deep battlefield insights into practical knowledge for cyber defenders:

📘 Inside the Hacker Hunter’s Mind – A rare exploration into the psychology of modern threat actors, cyber warfare doctrine, and the inner workings of high-stakes intelligence operations, drawn from 20 years of frontline cyber conflict.

📗 Inside the Hacker Hunter’s Toolkit – A no-fluff, field-tested guide to the skills, tools, and tactics that matter most in today’s threat landscape — ideal for SOC analysts, blue team professionals, red teamers, and anyone fighting on the digital frontlines.

🎯 Core Expertise

Threat Intelligence (CTI) Strategy & Operations

Advanced Threat Hunting & APT Attribution

Digital Forensics & Malware Reverse Engineering

Cyber Warfare Tactics & Nation-State Actor Profiling

OSINT, SOC Architecture, and SIEM Optimization

Strategic Cybersecurity Leadership and Risk Intelligence

“Mastering cybersecurity isn’t about tools. It’s about thinking like the threat — and staying ten steps ahead.”

— Ahmed Awad