Richard Picado
About Richard Picado
Richard Picado is a Security Researcher with extensive experience in cybersecurity roles. He has worked at Bugcrowd since 2020 and at WhiteJaguars Cyber Security since 2021, following previous positions at IBM and other companies in Costa Rica.
Work at Bugcrowd
Richard Picado has been employed at Bugcrowd as a Security Researcher since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the company's mission of enhancing cybersecurity through crowdsourced security solutions. His responsibilities include identifying vulnerabilities and collaborating with a community of ethical hackers to improve the security posture of various organizations.
Current Role at WhiteJaguars Cyber Security
Since 2021, Richard has been working as a Penetration Tester at WhiteJaguars Cyber Security in Costa Rica. In this position, he conducts security assessments and penetration tests to identify weaknesses in clients' systems. His work is essential in helping organizations understand their security vulnerabilities and implement effective measures to mitigate risks.
Previous Experience at SYKES LATAM
Richard worked at SYKES LATAM as a Cisco TAC Security Network Engineer from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure, he provided technical support and solutions related to Cisco security products. This role involved troubleshooting complex network security issues and assisting clients in optimizing their security configurations.
Educational Background
Richard studied Systems Engineering at Universidad Fidélitas from 2017 to 2020, where he pursued his degree but has not yet completed it. Prior to this, he attended Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica, earning a certification as a Network Technician in Network and System Administration from 2016 to 2017. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in cybersecurity.
Career Progression and Previous Roles
Richard has held various positions in the cybersecurity and IT support fields. He worked as a NOC Engineer at End to End Nearshore Solutions for five months in 2017 and as a Tech Support Specialist at Align Technology from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a Cyber Security Analyst at IBM from 2019 to 2021, where he focused on identifying and mitigating security threats.