Nicolas C. Cano
About Nicolas C. Cano
Nicolas C. Cano is a Security Researcher with extensive experience in vulnerability analysis and information security. He currently works at Dragos, Inc., HackerOne, and Ghost, and has a background in business and marketing.
Work at HackerOne
Nicolas C. Cano has been employed at HackerOne as a Security Researcher since 2021. In this role, he focuses on identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities, contributing to the company's mission of improving security for organizations worldwide. His work involves collaborating with other security professionals and engaging with the ethical hacking community to enhance security measures.
Current Role at Dragos, Inc.
Since 2021, Nicolas C. Cano has worked as a Vulnerability Analyst at Dragos, Inc. In this position, he is responsible for analyzing vulnerabilities within industrial control systems. His expertise helps organizations protect critical infrastructure from potential cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Background and Previous Experience
Before his current roles, Nicolas C. Cano founded The Gold Society in Chicago, Illinois, where he worked from 2019 to 2021. He also held the position of Marketing & Acquisitions Manager at NXT Realty for nine months in 2020. Prior to that, he was a Product Specialist at b8ta from 2018 to 2020, where he focused on sales and customer engagement.
Education and Certifications
Nicolas C. Cano studied Business & Economics at City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College, where he earned an Associate's degree. He is actively pursuing the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification and aims to achieve the Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT) certification, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his skills in cybersecurity.
Personal Interests
In addition to his professional pursuits, Nicolas C. Cano engages in extreme sports, including skydiving, snowboarding, and longboarding. These activities reflect his adventurous spirit and commitment to pushing personal boundaries outside of his work in cybersecurity.