Nikita Popov
About Nikita Popov
Nikita Popov is a Senior C Developer at CloudLinux, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in cybersecurity and has held various roles in software development and security research.
Current Role at CloudLinux
Nikita Popov currently serves as a Senior C Developer at CloudLinux, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he amplifies code review practices and engages in back-porting CVE patches to end-of-life distributions, including Ubuntu 16.04, CentOS 6, CloudLinux 6, and Oracle Linux 6. His responsibilities also include actively reporting bugs in the Linux kernel, focusing on issues within the Linux Auditing System and direct memory mapping.
Previous Experience at CloudLinux
Before his current position, Nikita Popov worked at CloudLinux in two capacities. From 2020 to 2021, he was a Security Researcher, where he focused on enhancing security measures. Prior to that, from 2019 to 2020, he served as an ARM Developer, contributing to projects that required specialized knowledge in ARM architecture.
Experience at Айдеко
Nikita Popov gained experience as a Software Developer at Айдеко from 2018 to 2019. During his four-month tenure in Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk, Russia, he worked on software development projects that contributed to his technical skills and understanding of software engineering practices.
Education in Cybersecurity
Nikita Popov studied at Perm State University (PSU), where he focused on Cybersecurity. He completed his studies over a six-year period from 2013 to 2019, achieving the Specialist degree. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge and skills applicable to his roles in software development and security.
Mentorship and Team Communication
At CloudLinux, Nikita Popov is involved in hiring and mentoring interns, contributing to the development of new talent in the field. He also communicates with the Marketing Department to articulate the team's achievements, ensuring that the contributions of his team are recognized within the organization.