Jared Der Yeghiayan
About Jared Der Yeghiayan
Jared Der Yeghiayan serves as the Director of the Advanced Cybercrimes & Engagements (ACE) Team at Recorded Future, bringing extensive experience in cyber investigations and law enforcement. His background includes significant roles at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, as well as expertise in anti-money laundering and incident response solutions.
Current Role at Recorded Future
Jared Der Yeghiayan serves as the Director of the Advanced Cybercrimes & Engagements (ACE) Team at Recorded Future. He has held this position since 2021, working in Northern Virginia, United States. In this role, he focuses on addressing advanced cyber threats and enhancing the organization's capabilities in cybercrime investigations.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining Recorded Future, Jared held various positions in cybersecurity and law enforcement. He worked at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a National Program Manager in the Cyber Division from 2010 to 2020. He also served as a Special Agent and Cyber Program Lead at the Department for a brief period in 2021. His experience includes roles at Amazon as a Senior Investigations Manager and at Berkeley Research Group LLC as Director of Cyber Operations & Incident Response.
Educational Background and Certifications
Jared holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Forensics from Franklin University and an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice and Corrections from the College of Lake County. He is currently studying at the SANS Technology Institute, focusing on Network Penetration Testing, Security Essentials, and Web Application Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking, enhancing his expertise in cybersecurity.
Key Investigations and Contributions
Jared has played a significant role in high-profile cybercrime investigations. He served as the case agent for the KickassTorrents investigation and led the investigation of the Silk Road case, which gained media attention and was featured in the bestselling novel 'American Kingpin.' Additionally, he contributed to Operation Onymous, targeting darknet marketplaces.
Specializations and Skills
Jared specializes in anti-money laundering solutions and incident response. He has expertise in vulnerability testing, penetration testing, and web application security. His background includes courtroom and trial experience related to cybercrime cases, further demonstrating his comprehensive knowledge in the field.