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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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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.

Online Courses
Engaging training modules for all skill levels in the cybersecurity realm.
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Interested in consultations, collaborations, or simply have a burning cybersecurity question? Reach out—I’d love to connect.
Ottawa, Canada