Ellie Farrier is a Gen employee and cybersecurity writer interested in how technology and society overlap, especially the impacts of social engineering. Previously, she worked as a technical writer, diving into product troubleshooting, how-to guides, and tech usability. When she’s not at her desk, Ellie usually reads, watches horror movies, or hikes with her dog.
She earned an M.A. in Historical Sociology, specializing in modern applications of historical media and technology theory. Additionally, she holds certificates in Introduction to Cyber Attacks and Cyber Attack Countermeasures from Coursera.