Headshot of Sam Kirkman

Sam Kirkman

Linkedin

Director of Services, EMEA

Sam leads NetSPI's EMEA penetration testing team. As a penetration tester and cybersecurity consultant, Sam focuses on translating complex technical issues into risks that businesses can easily understand, with his core areas of expertise covering web application, infrastructure and cloud security. When he is not testing existing security controls, Sam helps to shape the strategy for their implementation as a security architect. This knowledge is used to help a broad range of organisations improve their cybersecurity posture, ranging from small family businesses to multinational corporations, banks and national government.

More By Sam Kirkman

Sky News: What Should M&S Customers Do After Criminals Stole Personal Data in Huge Attack?

Sky News reported on the growing concerns from NetSPI cybersecurity experts following M&S confirmation that personal customer data was stolen.

Learn More

ITV News: M&S and Co-op: What We Know Weeks After Cyber Attacks

ITV News reported on the enduring effects of a sophisticated cyber attack that hit major UK retailers Marks & Spencer and Co-op

Learn More

The Independent: Cyber experts issue urgent advice to M&S customers after data breach

The Independent reported on guidance issued by NetSPI cybersecurity expert following M&S confirmation that personal customer data was stolen.

Learn More

Evening Standard: Why Is It Taking M&S So Long to Recover from a Cyber Attack?

The Evening Standard features NetSPI’s Sam Kirkman on Marks & Spencer’s continued recovery challenges following a cyber-attack impacting online and in-store services.

Learn More

The Independent: Why Marks & Spencer Is Still Affected by Cyber Attack and When It Might Recover

The Independent features NetSPI’s Sam Kirkman on the Marks & Spencer cyber-attack, highlighting its ongoing disruption, customer impact, and law enforcement response.

Learn More

BBC News: M&S Customers Left Frustrated as Cyber Attack Chaos Continues

NetSPI’s Sam Kirkman shares insights with the BBC on the Marks & Spencer cyber-attack and its growing impact on frustrated customers.

Learn More

Cloud Security Podcast: Proactive Security in Azure and Avoiding Common Mistakes!

NetSPI Director of Services, EMEA, Sam Kirkman was featured in Cloud Security Podcast at Black Hat Europe! Watch the full episode below.

Learn More
Videos & Livestreams

Cloud Pentesting Uncovered: Real Stories, Practical Solutions

Strengthen your cloud security with expert pentesting. Identify vulnerabilities, remediate issues, and reduce risk. Watch our webinar for insights and real-world examples.

Learn More
Videos & Livestreams

Cloud Pentesting Uncovered: Real Stories, Practical Solutions 

Join Director of EMEA Services Sam Kirkman and Senior Cloud Security Consultant Nick Lynch to learn about identifying cloud vulnerabilities, assessing infrastructures, and fortifying cloud security.

Learn More
Videos & Livestreams

Harsh Truths of Security Testing

Join NetSPI and SecureLink to discuss the “Harsh Truths of Security Testing.” Learn how you can use these findings to make a meaningful difference to your security, not just your budget.

Learn More