Russell is a cybersecurity professional and co-founder of Certo, with over 15 years of specialist experience in digital security and forensics. His career is grounded in a degree in Computer Systems Engineering and a track record that spans some of the most demanding environments in the field.

Before founding Certo, Russell built his reputation as a cybersecurity consultant working on complex digital forensic investigations for law firms, banks, and multinational corporations. A particular highlight of his pre-Certo career was the development of a specialist security tool that was adopted for use in covert technical operations by government agencies and law enforcement, a testament to the trust placed in his technical judgement at the highest levels.

In 2015, Russell co-founded Certo, channelling his investigative experience and technical expertise into consumer and professional security tools. His understanding of how threats actually manifest — developed through years of real-world forensic work — shapes both the products Certo builds and the way the company communicates about cybersecurity.

Russell remains an active contributor to the Certo blog and external publications, where he provides analysis and commentary on emerging threats, industry trends, and best practices. His writing reflects the same rigour he brought to his consultancy work: technically credible, practically grounded, and focused on giving readers the knowledge to protect themselves.