Cybersecurity Expert & Ethical Hacker

Welcome to Gus’s World!

Gus Khawaja is an ethical hacker and penetration tester based in Ottawa, Canada, dedicated to securing digital infrastructures and educating others in cybersecurity.

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Gus Khawaja, Cybersecurity Expert in Ottawa

About Me

Hello, I’m Gus!

Based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, I’m a cybersecurity professional specializing in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability management. I believe in proactively fortifying the digital world by identifying weaknesses before they can be exploited.

  • Ethical Hacking
  • Penetration Testing
  • Application Security
  • Vulnerability Management

Cybersecurity Skills

My technical repertoire spans the entire cybersecurity spectrum, including reconnaissance, exploitation, remediation, and reporting. Here are a few of my key focus areas:

Penetration Testing

Expert in web, network, and mobile security testing.

Vulnerability Management

Skilled in threat identification, classification, and remediation.

Application Security

Proficient in secure coding, code reviews, and DevSecOps practices.

Professional Experience

Over the years, I’ve collaborated with diverse organizations, helping them strengthen their security posture through proactive assessments and innovative defensive strategies.

Senior Security Manager

Led vulnerability management and application security teams to safeguard enterprise environments.

Penetration Testing Lead

Managed end-to-end offensive security projects for multiple global clients.

Publications & Courses

In addition to hands-on security consulting, I’m passionate about sharing knowledge through writing and teaching. Dive into my popular books and online courses below.

Kali Linux Penetration Testing Bible by Gus Khawaja

Kali Linux Bible

A comprehensive guide to advanced penetration testing with Kali Linux.

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Practical Web Penetration Testing by Gus Khawaja

Web Penetration Testing

Strategies and best practices for securing modern web applications.

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Online Cybersecurity Courses by Gus Khawaja

Online Courses

Engaging training modules for all skill levels in the cybersecurity realm.

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Contact Me

Interested in consultations, collaborations, or simply have a burning cybersecurity question? Reach out—I’d love to connect.

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Ottawa, Canada