Jacob Mills
About Jacob Mills
Jacob Mills is a Security Researcher with extensive experience in cybersecurity and software development. He has worked at notable institutions such as The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory and Adobe, and possesses advanced skills in various programming languages and data forensics.
Work at Adobe
Jacob Mills has been employed at Adobe as a Security Researcher since 2022. In this role, he focuses on identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, leveraging his expertise in reverse engineering and binary analysis. His work contributes to enhancing the security posture of Adobe's products and services.
Previous Experience at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Before joining Adobe, Jacob Mills worked at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory as a Cyber Systems Engineer from 2018 to 2021. During his three years in Maryland, he developed skills in data forensics and cybersecurity, contributing to various projects that addressed complex security challenges.
Background in Software Development
Jacob Mills has a solid foundation in software development, having worked as an Application Developer at Brandt Information Services from 2012 to 2017. He also served as a Senior Software Engineer at BillGO from 2021 to 2022. His experience includes developing and managing web services, which facilitate machine-to-machine interactions over networks.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Mills holds a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Florida State University, where he studied from 2015 to 2019. He also earned an Associate’s Degree in Networking Services Technology from Tallahassee Community College, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. His educational background supports his advanced skills in multiple programming languages, including C, C++, C#, Java, Python, and NodeJS.
Skills in Cybersecurity and Data Forensics
Jacob Mills possesses advanced skills in cybersecurity, particularly in data forensics, reverse engineering, and binary analysis. His strong background in these areas enables him to recover and investigate material found in digital devices, often related to computer crime. His comprehensive understanding of networking further enhances his ability to ensure secure communication within computer systems.