JT
James Thompson
Security Engineer
James Thompson is a security engineer with 15 years of experience in enterprise security and identity management. He has worked at Google and Microsoft on authentication infrastructure, and is a core contributor to several open-source security projects. James is known for making complex security concepts accessible to everyday users.
Areas of Expertise
Enterprise security Identity management Password managers Two-factor authentication Security best practices
Credentials
- ✓ BS in Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon
- ✓ Former Security Engineer at Google
- ✓ Former Identity Team Lead at Microsoft
- ✓ Open-source security contributor
Articles by James (2)
Business Password Policy 2026: Protecting Your Company from Credential Breaches
A former enterprise security lead explains how to create and enforce password policies that balance security with employee productivity in the modern workplace.
Jan 2, 2026
#security#business
Password Manager Setup Guide: Secure All Your Accounts in 30 Minutes
A security engineer walks you through choosing, setting up, and migrating to a password manager—the single most impactful step you can take for online security.
Jan 2, 2026
#security#passwords