David Velazquez Cruz
About David Velazquez Cruz
David Velazquez Cruz is an Offensive Security Engineer with extensive experience in cybersecurity, having worked at various companies including Deloitte Consulting and Millicom. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Cyber Defense and has specialized in roles such as Security Consultant and Red Team Operator.
Current Role as Offensive Security Engineer
David Velazquez Cruz is currently employed as an Offensive Security Engineer at Confidential since 2024. His role involves identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing security measures within systems. He operates in a remote capacity, contributing to the organization's security posture through proactive assessments and strategic recommendations.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
David has a diverse background in cybersecurity, having worked at several prominent organizations. He served as a Security Consultant at Deloitte Consulting from 2017 to 2019, focusing on security solutions in the Mexico City area. He also held positions at Scitum S.A. de C.V. as a Cyber Intelligence Specialist and Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst in 2019, and as a Security Consultant at Indra from 2015 to 2017. His experience includes roles at BBVA as a Red Team member from 2020 to 2022 and at Millicom (Tigo) as a Senior Red Team Operator from 2022 to 2023.
Education and Qualifications
David Velazquez Cruz studied at Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Cyber Défense, Anti Intrusion des Systèmes d'information - CDAISI. His studies, completed in 2014, provided him with a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Work at HackerOne as BugHunter
In addition to his current role, David has been working as a BugHunter at HackerOne since 2023. This position involves identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities in various applications, contributing to the overall security of the platforms he assesses. His work at HackerOne complements his extensive experience in offensive security.