Kayla Underkoffler
About Kayla Underkoffler
Kayla Underkoffler serves as the Lead Security Technologist at HackerOne, where she has worked since 2023. With a diverse background in cybersecurity and information security, she has held various roles in organizations such as The Walt Disney Company and the United States Marine Corps.
Work at HackerOne
Kayla Underkoffler has been serving as the Lead Security Technologist at HackerOne since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing security measures and promoting ethical hacking practices. Prior to her current position, she worked at HackerOne as a Senior Security Technologist from 2021 to 2023 and as Technology Alliances Manager from 2020 to 2021. Her experience at HackerOne encompasses various aspects of security technology and collaboration within the cybersecurity community.
Education and Expertise
Kayla Underkoffler earned her Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems and a Minor in Cybersecurity from the University of Tampa, studying from 2013 to 2015. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland - The Graduate School, completing her studies from 2018 to 2020. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of information security.
Background
Kayla Underkoffler has a diverse professional background in cybersecurity and information security. She began her career in the United States Marine Corps, where she served as a Musician and Administration Chief from 2008 to 2012. After her military service, she held various positions, including roles at The Walt Disney Company as a Senior CyberSecurity Engineer and Security Specialist. She also gained experience in academia, working at The University of Tampa in multiple capacities, including as a Student Assistant and Annual Fund Intern.
Achievements
In her professional capacity, Kayla Underkoffler provides strategic advice to the GSA Administrator and the FedRAMP Board regarding the secure adoption of cloud computing products and services. She actively proposes actions to streamline FedRAMP authorizations for cloud service providers and collects feedback on agency compliance with FedRAMP requirements. Additionally, she is involved in discussions about Vulnerability Disclosure Policies (VDPs) and advocates for ethical hacking practices, contributing to the development of public vulnerability reporting frameworks.