The experts
behind SBT's training and certifications
Our academic content is overseen by our Academic Advisory Board, with a combined total of over 100 years' experience in the security industry. Some names and pictures have been redacted for security reasons, due to the nature of their work.
Comprised of industry experts including Senior Security Analysts, Security Managers, and Cyber Instructors, the board ensures that our certifications are comprehensive and transfer the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in defensive security.

Sabastian Hague
Director of Content & Training
BTL1, BTL2, CSOM, GCIA, GCIH, OSCP, GMON, GCDA, CCTH
Seb is a cybersecurity leader with nearly a decade of experience in information security. He has built SOCs, led incident response at a global scale, and now leads development of innovative training to empower professionals and strengthen cyber resilience worldwide.

David Elliot
Principal Content Engineer
BTL1, BTL2, CSOM
David Elliott is a highly experienced cybersecurity professional with expertise across cyber operations, both offensive and defensive. Known for taking complex technical concepts and simplifying it down to actionable knowledge for any team he is in. Currently, David is Principal Content Engineer at Security Blue Team, where he leads technical teams in developing cutting-edge training and simulated incidents. Previously, he was Senior Defensive Content Engineer at Hack The Box, designing large-scale cyber exercises and training scenarios. His earlier career in the Royal Air Force included red teaming, penetration testing, incident response, and managing the teams that perform these.








