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Stealth Division
We Protect You From People Like Us.
In 2006, our founder Adriel Desautels set out to find a vendor who could deliver real-world threat penetration testing. When none existed, he founded Netragard and led our first authentic test – compromising an entire organization in just four minutes using research-driven, hands-on tactics that left off-the-shelf tools in the dust. Decades of 0-day research and exploit development now fuel our top-tier security services, uncovering vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and proprietary tech. Netragard was born out of necessity and still sets the standard for authentic threat testing today.
From our origin story to our expert crew, Netragard is a leader in human-driven penetration testing, consistently ranked among the Top 10 in the industry. Our certified specialists – armed with credentials like the CISSP, OSCP, CRTO, eCPPT, and more – deliver comprehensive services from web and mobile app testing to adversary emulation. With Real Time Dynamic Testing™ and a knack for innovative tactics, we don’t just follow best practices – we set them. Our mission: build lasting partnerships and keep your digital assets a step ahead of the latest threats. After all, “We Protect You From People Like Us.”
Adriel is a recognized leader in the information security industry with over 20 years of professional experience. In 1998, he founded Secure Network Operations, Inc., home to the renowned SNOsoft Research Team, which helped shape today’s best practices for responsible vulnerability disclosure. Adriel pioneered the zeroday Exploit Acquisition Program (EAP), later integrated into Netragard, and has served as an expert witness in US Federal court.
In 2006, Adriel founded Netragard to deliver high-quality, realistic threat penetration testing, now known as Red Teaming, and has since expanded its offerings to include mobile application security, source code reviews, web application assessments, and more. As the primary architect behind Netragard’s innovative services, Adriel continues to push the boundaries of research-based cybersecurity.
Frequently sought as a subject matter expert, Adriel has been featured by Forbes, The Economist, Bloomberg, Ars Technica, Gizmodo, The Register, and has appeared in documentaries and authoritative books such as “Unauthorized Access” and “This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends.” He is also a seasoned public speaker, presenting at leading conferences like Blackhat USA, InfoSec World, BSides, and the NAW Billion Dollar CIO Roundtable.
Sydney Arbelbide is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Netragard. Sydney is responsible for guiding the company’s data strategy, overseeing infrastructure operations, and conducting security assessments. Previously, Sydney was the Head of Infrastructure and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for HighVista Strategies LLC. Prior to joining the HighVista Strategies team, Sydney was a Systems Engineer at Eze Castle Integration and oversaw the support and maintenance of client IT environments for various financial firms around the Boston area.
Sydney has multiple technical certifications from Microsoft, Barracuda, CQURE Academy and maintains a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from ISC2. Sydney has also served on the advisory board for a firm that focuses on digital risk protection as well as the advisory council for SecureWorld Boston.
Sydney holds a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern University with a dual concentration in Management Information Systems and Entrepreneurship.
Leonel Algare is a Senior Offensive Security Consultant at Netragard. Leonel is currently leading projects that involve testing web applications, infrastructure (internal/external), mobile applications, and social engineering activities.
Leonel has over 10 years of experience in security and has worked in different industries such as e-commerce, finance, and an ISP. He has held a variety of roles in his career including SOC Operations Engineer, Incident Response Specialist, Head of Red Team Activities, and Blue Team Operations Lead. He is passionate about bug bounty hunting through different platforms.
Leonel currently holds multiple certifications including the AWS Cloud Practitioner and the AWS Solutions Architect Associate.
Dan Staples is a Sr. Offensive Security Consultant at Netragard, bringing over a decade of experience in cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, and team leadership. Dan takes a multidisciplinary approach to his work and matches deep technical expertise with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to audiences of any background. He specializes in building cutting-edge offensive tooling and is a long-time contributor to the open source community.
As an OSCP-certified penetration tester and red teamer, Dan has delivered engagements for high profile companies across a number of commercial sectors. Prior to working at Netragard, he led technical teams at multiple NGOs and conducted independent security research. Dan brings value to his clients through a diverse skillset, multi-domain expertise, and an insatiable drive for learning and innovation.
Jeremy Burroughs is an Offensive Security Consultant at Netragard working on a variety of assessments and projects including penetration testing engagements and team toolkit development.
With over 10 years of professional experience in IT and cybersecurity, Jeremy has worked in both defensive and offensive roles for a diverse range of organizations, both large and small, from MSPs to Big4 consulting. Having held roles such as Information Security Engineer and Red Team Operator, he has developed a well-rounded perspective and skillset which helps inform and enhance his offensive security assessments to deliver maximum value for clients.
Jeremy holds multiple active certifications including CompTIA Pentest+, eLS Web Application Penetration Tester (eWPT), eLS Certified Professional Penetration Tester (eCPPT), eLS Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT), Python Institute Certified Entry-level Programmer (PCEP), and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP). Past certifications include Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) 1-5 and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP).
Andrew Keesling is an Offensive Security Engineer for Netragard with over five years of professional IT experience. Andrew has worked to troubleshoot issues, harden networks and provide security consulting to Managed Service Provider (MSP) clients. Over the years, he has gleaned a holistic perspective by holding several roles including IT Specialist within the Army National Guard, Help Desk Support, and SOC Security Analyst. Andrew is an active member in the IT security community and volunteers as a Red Team member in the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) for multiple different regions around the US.
Andrew holds multiple certifications including the Security+, CySA+, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Red Team Operator (CRTO), and the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP). He is passionate about offensive security, open-source projects, and coding Python tools.
Federico Fernandez is a highly respected penetration testing specialist with extensive experience in cybersecurity. With a passion for security since 2009, Federico is a self-taught expert who has successfully conducted penetration tests for banking institutions, startups, and fintech companies. Holding the OSCP certification, he specializes in Web Application testing while also possessing knowledge in Networking, Mobile Security, Exploiting, Cloud Security, and Social Engineering.
Federico’s meticulous approach and commitment to continuous learning drive his success in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities. His goal is to collaborate with top cybersecurity teams and contribute to the development of secure solutions.
Amber Ransom is the Client Relationship Coordinator for Netragard. Amber is responsible for building and maintaining positive relationships with clients by ensuring high quality customer experiences. Amber manages client intake and coordinates all aspects of client deliverables.
Prior to joining Netragard, Amber had many years of diverse teaching experience that provided her with a unique approach to customer satisfaction. Utilizing her background, she assisted Netragard in transforming the sales process to a client-centric approach.
Amber earned her Bachelor of Science from Longwood University and has since obtained various certifications. As a former teacher, Amber is actively engaging in higher learning opportunities.
Julie is a Senior Project Manager at Netragard, leading cybersecurity projects with a focus on penetration testing. She keeps things running smoothly by communicating clearly, staying organized, and working closely with both clients and internal teams.
With four years in cybersecurity project management and a 14-year background in educational technology, Julie brings a great mix of people skills, clear communication, and a knack for keeping projects on track. She focuses on delivering quality results that meet client needs by managing workflows, coordinating teams, and keeping everyone connected.
She holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and a master’s degree in educational technology. Passionate about improving processes and team collaboration, Julie is always looking for ways to make workflows easier and keep projects moving efficiently.
Jenelle is a Project Manager and Office Manager for Netragard. She utilizes her extensive tech and stakeholder engagement background to seamlessly connect hackers and clients, ensuring a perfect balance between customer demands and company resources.
Jenelle’s diverse experience spans research, medicine, and education highlighting her adaptability and expertise. She thrives in new environments and welcomes the challenges that come with it!
Cyber Protection, One Paw At A Time.
We Protect You From People Like Us.
Netragard offers an extensive range of professional services and a high degree of specialization. We serve both private & public sectors. We bring over 15 years of experience.
This Calico has 2 modes – Lazy with a sunbath or crazy possessed cat. Lilo has a unique ability to sit beside you and judge you for every action you take. She is only cuddly when she wants to be and will tell you that by either bringing you a toy while literally YOWLING at you or calmly sitting on her “petting mat”. She keeps a close eye on the CIO to ensure the Netragard hackers can hack and that the IT infrastructure is purring.
German Shepherd energy multiplied by puppy energy is a formula which evaluates to one fluffy handful. Even when she is napping, that calm moment is just the silver lining to the storm cloud that is the true reality of the situation – the dog is just on the charger, preparing for the next wave of furry fury. Catch her scanning the yard for unauthorized deer or interrupting video calls with a demand for attention. Other hobbies include sniffing metadata from all delivered packages and laying on vents to convert an HVAC system into a pet hair distribution system.
This is Sunshine, aka Sunny, she is a 5-year-old Pitbull rescue. She is a studious pet, earning multiple certifications from the American Kennel Club, including trick dog, advanced obedience, urban settings, and more. Sunny is on a mission to dismantle the perceived stereotypes that pit bulls are aggressive. When not in school, she spends her free time zooming as fast as she can before promptly turning into a pile of cuddly mush. She closely monitors the Client Relationship Coordinator to ensure all customers receive top notch service and nothing gets too ruff.
Meet Nora. She may appear to be laying down on the job, but she is ready to spring into action the moment she sees a cat, mailman, or hacker trying to infiltrate your system. She’ll sit right by your chair all day and help herd you back to your computer when lunchtime is over. Her ferocious bark and keen awareness of her surroundings makes her an excellent security professional. In her spare time, she enjoys rolling in dirt, chasing after sticks, and licking faces.
Oliver is always willing to sit pretty and give you a helping paw. He is a good boy with a heart of gold. His lightning speed and laser focus make it sometimes hard for him to come when called but he makes up for it with his loyalty and patience. Always excited to learn new and challenging skills, he is the perfect companion for safeguarding your digital assets. When not busy sniffing out threat actors, Oliver likes to squeak his toys and snuggle on the couch.
Atticus the mastiff and Titus the mighty king. Atticus and Titus are brothers with very different traits. Atticus is all 117 pounds, red, with a tongue that’s too big for his mouth. He loves staying up late and hates getting up before 11. Atticus is absolutely in love with his dad and “accidently” falls onto his lap any chance he gets. Titus is 170 pounds of pure, high-energy bullmastiff. He doesn’t understand personal space, will lay or sit on you any chance he gets, and will always greet you with one of his toys (or your own shoe). Both of the boys are protective of their territory and family, especially if there are wild turkeys around.
The Stealth Division is our extended team of experts, who help us breach networks, build tools, and exploit vulnerabilities across our engagements.
These ethical hackers are the power behind our Real Time Dynamic Testing™ methodology, allowing us to continually push the bleeding edge in offensive tactics.