Eric Nicholson
About Eric Nicholson
Eric Nicholson is a Realtime Software Engineer with expertise in cybersecurity, specializing in consulting for small businesses on data breaches and penetration testing. He has a background in academic research and has held positions at Washington University in St. Louis before joining Tapestry Solutions in 2018.
Work at Tapestry Solutions
Eric Nicholson has been employed as a Realtime Software Engineer at Tapestry Solutions since 2018. In this role, he contributes to the development and implementation of software solutions that enhance operational efficiency. His work focuses on real-time data processing and analytics, which are critical for decision-making in various applications.
Education and Expertise
Eric Nicholson holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Cybersecurity Management with an emphasis in Data Analytics and Malware Analysis from Washington University in St. Louis, which he completed between 2014 and 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, graduating in 2000. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in cybersecurity and software engineering.
Background in Cybersecurity
Prior to his current position, Eric Nicholson worked at Washington University in St. Louis in various roles. He served as a Cyber Security Researcher from 2014 to 2018, focusing on cybersecurity issues and conducting research on high-profile internet scams. He also held the position of Programmer Analyst III from 2012 to 2015, where he contributed to software development projects within the university.
Consulting and Penetration Testing
Eric Nicholson specializes in consulting on data breaches and performing penetration testing, primarily targeting small businesses that may not have the resources to engage larger firms for incident response services. His expertise allows him to provide tailored solutions that enhance security measures and address vulnerabilities in smaller organizations.
Research and Advocacy
Eric Nicholson engages in research focused on malware and online privacy. He conducts interviews with law enforcement and legal professionals to gather insights on internet scams. Additionally, he advocates for the Defense in Depth model to combat online threats and emphasizes the necessity of backup plans when preventive measures fail.