Austin Tobey
About Austin Tobey
Austin Tobey is a Security Researcher with experience in the United States Air Force and a background in Computer Science from Columbia University. He holds multiple cybersecurity certifications and actively participates in Capture The Flag competitions and bug bounty programs.
Work at HackerOne
Austin Tobey has been employed at HackerOne as a Security Researcher since 2022. In this role, he focuses on identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities. His work contributes to the overall security posture of organizations that utilize HackerOne's platform for vulnerability coordination and bug bounty programs.
Education and Expertise
Austin Tobey is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science at Columbia University in the City of New York, expected to graduate in 2026. He previously earned an Associate's degree in General Studies from Bergen Community College in 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in cybersecurity, complemented by certifications such as CompTIA's PenTest+ and EC-Council's Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
Background
Austin Tobey served in the United States Air Force from 2018 to 2022. He worked as an Aircraft Mechanic in Tucson, Arizona, for four years and later as a Support Technician in Okinawa, Japan, for one year. His military experience provided him with technical skills and a strong foundation in support and maintenance roles.
Cybersecurity Experience
In addition to his role at HackerOne, Austin Tobey worked as a Cyber Security Specialist at GingerSec for four months in 2022. His experience in this position involved addressing cybersecurity challenges and enhancing security measures for clients. He also actively participates in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions and bug bounty programs, further developing his skills in security research.