Furkan Bektes
About Furkan Bektes
Furkan Bektes is a security researcher with extensive experience in various roles within the cybersecurity field, currently working at multiple organizations including Synack Red Team, HackerOne, and Immunefi. He holds degrees in Networks, Telecommunications, and Cybersecurity, having studied at institutions such as IUT Nancy-Brabois and ESIEE Paris.
Current Work at Synack Red Team
Furkan Bektes has been employed as a Security Researcher at Synack Red Team since 2023. In this role, he engages in identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing security measures for various clients. His expertise contributes to the overall mission of Synack in providing effective security solutions.
Experience at HackerOne
Since 2021, Furkan Bektes has worked as a Security Researcher at HackerOne. His responsibilities include conducting security assessments and collaborating with ethical hackers to improve the security posture of organizations. His work supports HackerOne's commitment to fostering a safer internet.
Background in Mobile Network and Security Engineering
Furkan Bektes served as a Mobile Network and Security Engineer at SFR from 2018 to 2021. During his tenure, he focused on network security and optimization in Ville de Paris, Île-de-France. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in mobile network technologies and security practices.
Education and Qualifications
Furkan Bektes holds a Bachelor of Technology in Networks & Telecommunications from IUT Nancy-Brabois, earned between 2016 and 2018. He also completed a Diploma in Engineering in Networks & Cybersecurity from ESIEE Paris from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he obtained another Diploma in Engineering in Cybersecurity from Université Gustave Eiffel in 2021.
Previous Roles in the Industry
Prior to his current roles, Furkan Bektes worked in various positions within the telecommunications and cybersecurity sectors. He held a brief position at Orange Luxembourg as a Radio Network Planning & Optimization specialist in 2016. He also completed an internship as a Developer at Orange in 2018, gaining practical experience in software development.