John Dwyer (@TactiKoolSec) is the head of research for the IBM Security X-Force where he focuses on understanding adversary operations, developing threat detection methodologies, and developing training and threat research content. In recent years, John has focused his efforts on researching ransomware adversary operations and developing simulation data to help drive improvements in the areas of incident response and threat hunting. John has spoken at multiple events including the SANS Threat Hunting Summits, ISC2 Security Congress, and Fulbright Commission Cybersecurity Exchange on threat hunting and ransomware operations.