Timothy Ball is cybersecurity expert with a rich professional history spanning over a decade. Currently serving as a Security Team Lead at DEF CON, he stands at the forefront of safeguarding the DEF CON security conference and the broader security community. Timothy’s distinguished career has seen him contribute significantly to information security in various spheres. Notably, he served as Director of Cybersecurity at Civis Analytics, where he directed security strategy for political campaigns.

His diverse portfolio also includes roles as Chief Technology Officer, Senior Security Engineer, and Principal Systems Administrator in organizations ranging from political campaigns to non-profit foundations. Timothy’s expansive expertise has left an indelible mark on diverse domains, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to enhancing security in every arena he engages.