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Antonio Paulo

Summary

Highly skilled and adaptable computer network operations professional with expertise in offensive cyber operations, seeking to leverage advanced technical knowledge and strategic problem-solving skills as a cyber operative, exploit developer, or offensive cyber tool developer. Passionate about disrupting adversary capabilities and achieving mission-critical objectives in a dynamic, cutting-edge environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Package Maintainer

Parrot Security
Remote
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Maintained and updated software packages for Debian, Parrotos, internal systems, ensuring compatibility, security, and performance.
  • Built and tested packages from source code, resolving dependencies and integrating upstream bug fixes and feature updates.
  • Conducted quality assurance by debugging issues, validating functionality, and ensuring adherence to security standards.
  • Managed package repositories using tools Git, APT, preparing and publishing releases to distribution channels.
  • Collaborated with developers and community members to address user-reported bugs, implement improvements, and maintain clear documentation.
  • Monitored and patched vulnerabilities, coordinating with security teams to safeguard package integrity.
  • Streamlined workflows with scripting Bash, Python and build tools Make, Cmake to enhance package deployment efficiency.

Conference Associate

Black Hat USA
Las Vegas, NV
08.2017 - 08.2021
  • Secure deployment and configuration of network infrastructure for conference security courses for an annual event with over 1000 attendees.
  • Managed a team of over 130 members to help support the Black Hat USA conference.
  • Delegation of duties from senior staff to volunteer staff.
  • Assisted with client-side relations for the duration of Blackhat USA.
  • Recognized as team lead of the year at Black Hat USA (2019)

Cyber Operative / Offensive Cyber Specialist

MESO SECURITY
Midland, TX
06.2015 - 11.2015
  • Designed and executed offensive cyber operations to disrupt adversary networks, leveraging expertise in vulnerability analysis and exploit development.
  • Developed custom tools and payloads to target traditional computing platforms (Windows, Linux, macOS) and mobile technologies (Android, iOS).
  • Conducted reverse engineering of hardware and software to identify weaknesses and create tailored exploits for mission success.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate offensive cyber capabilities into broader strategic initiatives.
  • Performed clandestine operations to gather critical intelligence from wireless, IoT, and ICS/SCADA systems.

Vulnerability Analyst & Exploit Developer

TELARUS
Odessa, TX
03.2015 - 06.2015
  • Identified and exploited vulnerabilities in enterprise technologies and special-purpose embedded systems to support operational goals.
  • Created and tested offensive cyber tools to enhance capabilities against real-time and embedded environments.
  • Analyzed adversary systems to uncover actionable weaknesses, delivering detailed reports and solutions to leadership.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats and technologies to ensure cutting-edge offensive strategies.

Education

Masters - cyber security

UNIVERSITY OF ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY
01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Network Security

UNIVERSITY OF ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY
01.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

MIDLAND COLLEGE
01.2017

Skills

  • Cybersecurity Principles
  • Offensive Operations
  • Digital Operations
  • Virtual Environments
  • Actionable Intelligence
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • MacOS
  • Android
  • IOS
  • Wireless Systems
  • IoT
  • ICS/SCADA
  • Enterprise Technologies
  • Embedded Systems
  • Real-time Systems
  • Innovative Solutions
  • Exploits
  • Tools Development
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Vulnerability Analysis
  • Exploitation
  • Cyber Research
  • Intelligence Gathering
  • Enterprise Technology Operations
  • Network security
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Package management
  • Project management
  • Incident response
  • Documentation practices
  • Quality assurance
  • Scripting languages
  • Team collaboration
  • Client relations
  • Team management
  • Excellent communication
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Technical support
  • Analytical thinking

Certification

  • Certified Ethical Hacker v10 (CEH V10) – EC Council
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Linux
  • Linux System Administrator (LPIC-1)
  • Linux System Engineer (LPIC-2)

Affiliations

  • Found Member,of pwn Abilene , 2023–present Co-developed a mentorship program connecting 50+ students with industry professionals.

Timeline

Package Maintainer

Parrot Security
08.2020 - 10.2021

Conference Associate

Black Hat USA
08.2017 - 08.2021

Cyber Operative / Offensive Cyber Specialist

MESO SECURITY
06.2015 - 11.2015

Vulnerability Analyst & Exploit Developer

TELARUS
03.2015 - 06.2015

Masters - cyber security

UNIVERSITY OF ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY

Bachelor of Science - Network Security

UNIVERSITY OF ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

MIDLAND COLLEGE

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