We Are Honest
No marketing fluff, no overselling, no hidden fees. We tell you exactly how our platform works and what results you can expect.
That’s not corporate fluff. It’s what gets us up every morning, fueled by coffee and the belief that cybersecurity training shouldn’t feel like punishment.
Traditional cybersecurity training punishes employees for being human. Click the wrong link? Here comes a lecture. Fall for a phishing test? Enjoy your remedial video. It’s a cycle built on shame, not learning.
Collectively, our founders bring over 100 years of cybersecurity experience. And in all that time, we saw the same broken pattern: companies spending thousands on training that left employees frustrated with IT, yet no real improvements to show for it. So in 2014, we asked a different question: What if security training actually worked? What if we replaced punishment with rewards and positive reinforcement?
By 2019, we had our answer. We scrapped everything and rebuilt from scratch with one goal: to make cybersecurity training fun, entertaining, and positive so people actually engage, learn, and succeed. Today, CyberHoot isn’t just another training platform. It’s a place where employees build cyber smarts through encouragement, not fear. Because the best way to change behavior isn’t to punish mistakes, but to reward the right actions—again and again.
We believe in educating people from ignorance to awareness, not shaming them for being human. Traditional phishing tests tell you what you did wrong. Our approach teaches you what to do right.
Here’s what that looks like:
The result? Higher engagement, better retention, and employees who become your strongest defense instead of your weakest link.
No marketing fluff, no overselling, no hidden fees. We tell you exactly how our platform works and what results you can expect.
While others play follow-the-leader, we’re busy solving problems our competitors don’t even see yet.
Every feature we ship, every customer conversation we have, every metric we track, all feed back into making our platform better. Always improving, always measuring.
Security training doesn’t have to be a snooze-fest. We build experiences that people actually enjoy using (yes, really).
To our customers’ success, to our team’s growth, to solving cybersecurity’s biggest challenges. We’re in this for the long haul.
We do the right things and do them right. No busy work, no feature bloat, no wasted time, yours or ours.
Complexity is the enemy of security. If it’s not simple, it’s not secure.
Every user who clicks a malicious link isn’t stupid, they’re human. We design our training to meet people where they are and help them get better.
Craig Taylor is the co-founder, Chief Evangelist, and vCISO whisperer at CyberHoot, where he turns decades of cybersecurity experience into gamified, engaging, and occasionally hilarious learning experiences for the modern workforce. With a CISSP badge earned way back in 2001...
Read moreCraig Taylor is the co-founder, Chief Evangelist, and vCISO whisperer at CyberHoot, where he turns decades of cybersecurity experience into gamified, engaging, and occasionally hilarious learning experiences for the modern workforce. With a CISSP badge earned way back in 2001 (before most people knew what phishing was), Craig’s on a mission to flip the $6B “gotcha” phish testing industry on its head—replacing shame with encouragement and fear with confidence.
When he’s not building safer digital ecosystems or helping MSPs teach cyber literacy at scale, Craig’s likely riding 192 miles across New England for cancer research, leading Portsmouth’s Rotary Club, or giving speeches that don’t put people to sleep (thanks, Toastmasters). Whether advising Fortune 500s, mentoring startups, or decoding security frameworks over coffee, Craig believes the best defense is a well-trained, positively motivated human. And maybe a backup password manager.
Chuck isn’t just the Chief Go-Getter—he gets after everything that matters. Whether it’s designing rock-solid systems, architecting powerful integrations, or writing code like a caffeinated wizard, Chuck powers the engine that keeps CyberHoot soaring...
Read moreChuck isn’t just the Chief Go-Getter—he gets after everything that matters. Whether it’s designing rock-solid systems, architecting powerful integrations, or writing code like a caffeinated wizard, Chuck powers the engine that keeps CyberHoot soaring..
A man of faith, discipline, and unshakable integrity, Chuck balances his tech brilliance with a spiritual core and a relentless pursuit of better. He’s read over 400 books on business, faith, money, and personal growth—and tests new ideas in the company like a mad scientist with a mission.
When he’s not building or improving something at CyberHoot, you’ll find him lifting weights, running 5Ks, or swimming laps (often before most people have had their coffee). He believes in evolving daily, living purposefully, and leading by example—with humility, hustle, and heart.
Happily married since 1996 and a proud dad to three amazing sons, Chuck brings passion, purpose, and a lot of sweat equity to everything he does.
Brad is a founder and lead developer at CyberHoot, where he brings the same grit and discipline to writing secure code as he does to logging miles on the trail. When he’s not building and securing systems, you’ll find him running with his two dogs, plunging into freezing water, or...
Read moreBrad is a founder and lead developer at CyberHoot, where he brings the same grit and discipline to writing secure code as he does to logging miles on the trail. When he’s not building and securing systems, you’ll find him running with his two dogs, plunging into freezing water, or chasing great löyly in the sauna.
An ultrarunner at heart, Brad approaches CyberHoot with the same endurance mindset: stay consistent, embrace challenge, and never stop improving. Whether it’s training the body, sharpening the mind, or securing users, Brad believes lasting strength comes from balance, awareness, and steady effort. It’s the same foundation CyberHoot is built on. That philosophy drives his work at CyberHoot, where he crafts tools that help users learn faster, stay safer, and outpace today’s threats.
As CISO at CyberHoot, Raf drives the vision and execution of cybersecurity across the company’s products, services, and internal operations. He’s led security teams at global firms, architected scalable defenses for Fortune 500s, and turned complex challenges into practical solutions that...
Read moreAs CISO at CyberHoot, Raf drives the vision and execution of cybersecurity across the company’s products, services, and internal operations. He’s led security teams at global firms, architected scalable defenses for Fortune 500s, and turned complex challenges into practical solutions that actually stick. Raf’s approach blends engineering discipline, strategic clarity, and a quiet refusal to make things more complicated than they need to be.
Outside of work, Raf’s either dominating in Rocket League, hosting his annual Foot Golf showdown with friends, or pretending not to take home automation way too seriously. He’s flown planes, scuba dived, ridden dirt bikes, and pulled off pranks that still get talked about. Whether leading a security team or riding a Jet Ski full throttle, Raf brings the same energy, focused, fearless, and just mischievous enough to keep it interesting.
Katie is CyberHoot’s frontline problem-solver and digital support ace, turning chaos into clarity one ticket at a time. From elusive bugs to login issues and unexpected errors, she approaches each case with patience, precision, and a focus on real resolution. Known for...
Read moreKatie is CyberHoot’s frontline problem-solver and digital support ace, turning chaos into clarity one ticket at a time. From elusive bugs to login issues and unexpected errors, she approaches each case with patience, precision, and a focus on real resolution. Known for her reliability and clear communication, Katie ensures users feel both supported and secure.
Outside of work, Katie spends her time immersed in the world of gaming, Magic: The Gathering, and a good book, whether it’s fiction, fantasy, or something that sharpens her mind. Strategy, timing, and adaptability are at the core of everything she enjoys, and those same skills translate directly to her work in support. Whether she’s tuning a deck, troubleshooting a tech hiccup, or working through a challenging read, Katie brings the same thoughtfulness, curiosity, and ability to think a few steps ahead.
As the AI Alchemist at CyberHoot, Matt applies the same focus and creativity to crafting fun, engaging, and educational content as he does to his hobbies—whether it’s hitting the ice for a hockey game, swinging a club on the golf course, or riding his bike in the PMC. With a passion for using AI...
Read moreAs the AI Alchemist at CyberHoot, Matt applies the same focus and creativity to crafting fun, engaging, and educational content as he does to his hobbies—whether it’s hitting the ice for a hockey game, swinging a club on the golf course, or riding his bike in the PMC. With a passion for using AI to simplify complex cybersecurity concepts, Matt works to create training experiences that are not only informative but also enjoyable.
When he’s not developing content, you’ll find him reading or enjoying the great outdoors. His approach to cybersecurity is grounded in making learning both impactful and fun, helping organizations build stronger defenses while keeping the process engaging and memorable.
We’re building a world where cybersecurity training is positive, engaging, and even entertaining. A world where employees look forward to security assignments instead of dreading them. Where better training drives stronger performance, boosts morale, and creates truly secure organizations.
It sounds ambitious because it is. But we’ve seen what happens when people are treated as humans instead of security risks. The results speak for themselves.
