Faizal Ashruf is a cybersecurity specialist with over a decade of experience in offensive security, currently leading the global VAPT practice at UST. He works at the intersection of adversarial simulation, threat modelling, and cyber resilience, helping organizations secure complex, modern environments.

A core member of the CREST Penetration Testing Focus Group, he regularly speaks on offensive security strategy, emerging threat landscapes, and AI-driven attack surfaces. His recent focus includes adversarial testing of machine learning models and shaping security controls for next-generation systems.

Driven by curiosity and purpose, he focuses on continuous learning, sharing knowledge, and contributing to meaningful, technically grounded progress in the security space.