frank vickers - Bug Bounty/Ethical Hacker - Self-employed | Himalayas
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frank vickers

@frankvickers

Experienced ethical hacker specializing in vulnerability remediation.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my cybersecurity expertise in a dynamic environment, focusing on vulnerability management and security compliance while fostering collaboration and innovation.

With over eight years of experience in cybersecurity, I have established myself as a proficient ethical hacker and vulnerability remediation engineer. My journey began as a self-employed bug bounty hunter, where I discovered and responsibly disclosed critical vulnerabilities for Fortune 500 companies. My efforts have earned me recognition in the Security Hall of Fame by notable organizations such as Netflix and the United Nations. I specialize in identifying complex vulnerabilities, including SQL Injection and XSS, and have developed custom security testing methodologies utilizing various Kali Linux tools.

In my role as a Vulnerability Remediation Engineer at ACS Solution, I led remediation efforts across over 200 Linux servers, achieving a remarkable 40% reduction in critical vulnerabilities. I implemented automated workflows that significantly decreased response times and developed comprehensive vulnerability assessment reports for both technical teams and executive stakeholders. My commitment to security compliance is evident through my orchestration of STIG compliance implementation, achieving a 95% compliance score across server infrastructure. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with application teams to ensure zero-downtime remediation of critical vulnerabilities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Bug Bounty/Ethical Hacker

Self-employed

Mar 2015 - Present (10 years 3 months)

Discovered and responsibly disclosed critical vulnerabilities for Fortune 500 companies. Recognized in Security Hall of Fame by Netflix, ATT, Deutsche Telekom, and United Nations. Specialized in identifying SQL Injection, XSS, and Unrestricted File Upload vulnerabilities.

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Vulnerability Remediation Engineer

ACS Solution

Feb 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 11 months)

Led vulnerability remediation efforts across 200+ Linux servers, achieving a 40% reduction in critical vulnerabilities. Implemented automated remediation workflows using Rapid7, reducing average response time from 72 to 24 hours.

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Vulnerability Remediation Engineer

CDW

Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 (5 months)

Executed CIS baseline compliance implementation across Linux environment. Developed and maintained security hardening procedures for RHEL systems and created automated scripts for vulnerability verification and remediation.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Alabama State University logoAU

Alabama State University

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

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