Blake Jacobs
About Blake Jacobs
Blake Jacobs is a Security Researcher with extensive experience in penetration testing and secure coding principles. He currently works for multiple organizations, including Synack, Bugcrowd, PentesterLab, Cobalt, and HackerOne, and has developed tools to automate security testing processes.
Work at Synack, Inc.
Blake Jacobs has been employed at Synack, Inc. as a Penetration Tester since 2021. In this role, he conducts security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in client systems. His work is performed remotely, allowing him to collaborate with teams across various locations. Jacobs applies his expertise in security research to enhance the overall security posture of the organizations he works with.
Work at Bugcrowd Inc.
Since 2018, Blake Jacobs has served as a Security Researcher at Bugcrowd Inc. In this position, he engages in vulnerability disclosure programs and bug bounty initiatives. His responsibilities include identifying security flaws in applications and providing detailed reports to help organizations mitigate risks. His tenure at Bugcrowd has contributed to his extensive experience in the field of security research.
Work at PentesterLab
Blake Jacobs has been working at PentesterLab as a Software Engineer since 2021. His role involves developing and maintaining educational resources for penetration testing. He works remotely, focusing on creating tools and content that help users learn about security vulnerabilities and testing methodologies.
Work at HackerOne
Blake Jacobs has been a Security Researcher at HackerOne since 2019. Based in Melbourne, Australia, he participates in various security programs aimed at improving the security of client applications. His work involves identifying vulnerabilities and collaborating with developers to ensure secure coding practices are followed.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Blake Jacobs possesses a strong understanding of secure coding principles and conducts code reviews to identify vulnerabilities. He has developed custom tools using Golang to automate security testing processes. Additionally, he is experienced in utilizing VPS for bypassing security restrictions and DNS exfiltration in cloud computing environments. Jacobs also employs Chrome DevTools to enhance reconnaissance methodologies, focusing on identifying API endpoints and DOM-based attack vectors.