Michael Woolslayer
About Michael Woolslayer
Michael Woolslayer serves as Policy Counsel at HackerOne, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in law and policy, with previous roles at LinkedIn, Perkins Coie LLP, and the U.S. Department of State.
Work at HackerOne
Michael Woolslayer has been serving as Policy Counsel at HackerOne since 2022. In this role, he focuses on public policy discussions related to cybersecurity and engages in policy advocacy for cybersecurity best practices. Prior to his current position, he worked at HackerOne as an Advisor from 2017 to 2018 and as a Customer Success Manager from 2015 to 2017. His experience at HackerOne encompasses a range of responsibilities that contribute to the company's mission in the cybersecurity sector.
Education and Expertise
Michael Woolslayer holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Virginia School of Law, where he studied from 2016 to 2019. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Policy Studies from Stanford University, completing his studies from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he has an MLitt in International Security Studies from the University of St Andrews, which he obtained from 2008 to 2009. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in law and international policy, particularly in the context of cybersecurity.
Background
Michael Woolslayer has a diverse professional background that includes roles in various organizations. He worked as a Legal Intern at LinkedIn for three months in 2017 and served as a Summer Associate at Perkins Coie LLP in 2018. He later became an Associate at Perkins Coie LLP from 2019 to 2022. His early career included positions as an Embedded Analyst at Praescient Analytics and internships at the U.S. Department of State and the Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence.
Achievements
Michael Woolslayer has contributed to significant discussions in the field of cybersecurity. He has participated in discussions on new SEC cybersecurity rules and submitted a blog post addressing vulnerability disclosure policy requirements for UK smart products. His involvement in public policy discussions and advocacy for cybersecurity best practices highlights his commitment to enhancing cybersecurity frameworks.