Benjamin Watson
About Benjamin Watson
Benjamin Watson is a Staff Product Security Engineer at Flock Safety with extensive experience in mobile security, reverse engineering, and secure code review.
Professional Title
Benjamin Watson holds the position of Staff Product Security Engineer at Flock Safety. His role involves managing and implementing product security measures in a remote capacity from Florida, United States.
Previous Experience in Security Engineering
Benjamin Watson previously worked as Staff Security Engineer, Device Security at Flock Safety from 2022 to 2023. He has also served as Director of Mobile Innovation at Ntrepid LLC from 2020 to 2021, and as Security Researcher at dereference LLC from 2019 to 2023. His extensive background showcases his skills in managing and innovating within security disciplines.
Specialization in Security Research and Reverse Engineering
Throughout his career, Benjamin Watson has specialized in security research and reverse engineering. He worked at VerSprite Cybersecurity as Lead Security Researcher from 2013 to 2015 and later returned as Director of Security Research from 2017 to 2018. His expertise includes developing custom security tools and conducting secure code reviews, particularly for Android applications.
Education and Technical Skills
Benjamin Watson has studied at the School of Hard Knocks, focusing on Hustlinβ and achieving a Master's degree. He possesses a diverse skill set including proficiency in Python, Java, Git, and various aspects of security engineering. These skills have been applied in various capacities throughout his career, particularly in the domains of mobile security and reverse engineering.
Experience Across Multiple Remote Roles
Benjamin Watson has significant experience working remotely for various companies across different states. He held roles such as Security Researcher at dereference LLC, Security Researcher at inmemorio LLC, and several positions at Flock Safety. This adaptability to remote work environments highlights his ability to maintain productivity and effectiveness irrespective of location.