Faizan Nehal
About Faizan Nehal
Faizan Nehal is a Security Researcher with extensive experience in blockchain security and vulnerability reporting. He has worked with various companies in roles such as Smart Contract Security Auditor and Blockchain Security Engineer, and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science at the University of Basel.
Current Role at HackerOne
Faizan Nehal has been working as a Security Researcher at HackerOne since 2020. In this role, he focuses on identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities, contributing to the platform's mission of improving cybersecurity. His experience in this position spans over four years, during which he has actively engaged with various clients to enhance their security postures.
Previous Experience in Security Auditing
Before his current role, Faizan Nehal worked at BlockApex as a Smart Contract Security Auditor for 10 months in 2022. He assessed the security of smart contracts, ensuring they met industry standards. Following this, he served as a Blockchain Security Engineer at Omniscia for six months, where he further developed his expertise in blockchain security.
Background in Penetration Testing
Faizan Nehal gained valuable experience as a Penetration Tester at Xord from 2021 to 2022. In this role, he conducted security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in various systems. His work contributed to strengthening the security measures of the organizations he worked with, enhancing their overall cybersecurity frameworks.
Educational Qualifications
Faizan Nehal studied at Commecs College, where he achieved a Pre-Engineering qualification from 2015 to 2017. He then pursued a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering at Bahria University from 2017 to 2021. Currently, he is studying Computer Science at the University of Basel, working towards a Master's degree since 2023.
Recognition in Bug Hunting
Faizan Nehal has been recognized and rewarded by over 100 companies globally for his bug hunting efforts. He actively reports security vulnerabilities on platforms such as HackerOne and Bugcrowd, showcasing his commitment to improving cybersecurity across various applications and services.