Gustavo Chagas
About Gustavo Chagas
Gustavo Chagas is a Security Researcher with extensive experience in cybersecurity and application security. He has held various roles in the field, including positions at Pacesetter Technology and HackerOne, and has a strong educational background in business management and cybersecurity.
Work at HackerOne
Gustavo Chagas has been employed at HackerOne as a Security Researcher since 2022. In this role, he focuses on identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing security measures for clients. His work contributes to HackerOne's mission of improving security through collaboration with ethical hackers and organizations. This position allows him to leverage his extensive knowledge in cybersecurity to help protect companies from potential threats.
Current Role at Thinkful
Gustavo Chagas serves as a Cyber Security Mentor at Thinkful, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he guides students through their cybersecurity education, sharing his expertise in various technical areas. His mentorship helps aspiring cybersecurity professionals develop the skills necessary for success in the field.
Previous Experience at Pacesetter Technology
Prior to his current role, Gustavo worked at Pacesetter Technology as an Application Security Analyst and Quality Assurance Partner from 2022 to 2023. He transitioned to a System Administrator and Application Security Analyst role in 2023. His responsibilities included ensuring the security of applications and systems, as well as performing quality assurance tasks to maintain high standards.
Education and Expertise
Gustavo Chagas holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Wingate University, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. He further enhanced his skills by completing a Cyber Security Bootcamp powered by Fullstack Academy at the University of North Florida in 2021. His technical expertise includes proficiency in tools such as NMAP, Snort, Splunk, and Kali Linux, as well as knowledge in networking, log analysis, and penetration testing.
Background in Technology and Management
Gustavo has a diverse professional background that includes roles in technology and management. Before entering cybersecurity, he worked as a Regional Manager at American Pool and as a System Administrator/Director of Swim Team at PLANET SWIM LLC. His experience in these positions provided him with valuable skills in leadership and operational management, which he applies in his current cybersecurity roles.