Eric Therond
About Eric Therond
Eric Therond is a security researcher at SonarSource in the Geneva Area, Switzerland, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in offensive security and bug bounty programs, having previously held positions at Orange in France.
Work at SonarSource
Eric Therond has been employed at SonarSource as a Security Researcher since September 2019. He is based in the Geneva Area, Switzerland. In this role, he focuses on enhancing security measures within the software development lifecycle. His work contributes to the company's mission of improving code quality and security for developers.
Previous Experience at Orange
Before joining SonarSource, Eric Therond worked at Orange in various capacities. He served as a Bug Bounty Program Manager from 2017 to 2019, overseeing the identification and resolution of security vulnerabilities. Prior to that, he held the position of Offensive Security Engineer from 2013 to 2017, where he was involved in proactive security measures. He also worked as a Computer Security Engineer from 2010 to 2013, focusing on security implementations.
Educational Background
Eric Therond holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science from Université de la Méditerranée (Aix-Marseille II), which he completed from 2004 to 2008. He further pursued his education at Université Bordeaux I, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Cryptography and Computer Security from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, he studied at collège sciences de l'homme, université de Bordeaux, obtaining a Master's degree during the same period.
Internship Experience at Inria
In 2010, Eric Therond completed a six-month internship at Inria as a Computer Security Intern. This experience provided him with practical exposure to the field of computer security, further enhancing his skills and knowledge in the area.
Focus on Software Security
Eric Therond has a deep interest in securing the software development lifecycle. His professional roles and educational background reflect a commitment to improving security practices and addressing vulnerabilities in software development processes.