Background & Experience
DFIR Consultant · Sawbox Consulting · Augusta, GA
Michael Edie is a senior Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) consultant specializing in enterprise-scale investigations, threat hunting, and coordinated incident leadership across complex environments.
His background includes enterprise security engineering, detection strategy design, and hands-on forensic investigations across Windows, Linux, and hybrid cloud environments. He operates at the intersection of deep technical analysis and executive-level incident coordination, known for methodical execution under pressure.
A former U.S. Army Warrant Officer (170A) and technical lead on a Cyber Protection Team, Michael completed six combat deployments conducting incident response and hunt missions in service to the nation. The discipline, operational rigor, and pressure tolerance that define his consulting practice are rooted in that service.
DFIR engagements, security assessments, and detection strategy design. Publishes practitioner-focused security research and contributes to cybersecurity education and mentorship.
Leads a prominent educational platform focused on ethical hacking and practical security skills development for practitioners.
Five published courses covering threat detection, DFIR methodology, and security engineering. Speaker at BSides Augusta, ISSA, and Hacker Halted.
Delivered practical skills development to a nonprofit community of 500+ members.
Technical lead on a Cyber Protection Team conducting incident response and hunt missions. Six combat deployments.