Sebastian Cufre
About Sebastian Cufre
Sebastian Cufre is a Staff Software Security Engineer with extensive experience in secure coding practices, penetration testing, and source code audits. He has worked in various roles in the computer security field since 1999 and has a strong background in networking and low-level operating system topics.
Current Role as Staff Software Security Engineer
Sebastian Cufre currently holds the position of Staff Software Security Engineer at Medallia, a role he has occupied since 2020. In this capacity, he focuses on enhancing the security posture of software products through advanced security practices. His responsibilities include implementing secure coding practices, conducting penetration testing, and performing source code audits to identify vulnerabilities.
Previous Experience at Medallia
Before his current role, Sebastian served as a Senior Software Security Engineer at Medallia from 2017 to 2020. During this three-year tenure, he contributed to the development and implementation of security protocols and practices, ensuring that the company's software met high-security standards.
Professional Background in Software Development
Sebastian has a comprehensive background in software development, having worked at Core Security in various roles from 2001 to 2017. He started as a Developer and progressed to Lead Developer, where he focused on security-related software solutions. His experience also includes a year at Atos Origin as a Developer and a brief stint at UOL.
Education and Expertise in Information Systems
Sebastian studied Information Systems at Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 1997 to 2002. He also studied at Philips, further enhancing his technical knowledge. His expertise encompasses secure coding practices, penetration testing, and source code audits, along with low-level operating system topics.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Sebastian possesses extensive technical skills, including knowledge of the TCP/IP suite and obsolete technologies such as IPX/SPX. He has experience with various relational databases, including SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL. Additionally, he is proficient in multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, OpenBSD, and Solaris.