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LEER MÁSJacob Krell is an expert cybersecurity consultant specializing in offensive security, advanced penetration testing, and digital forensics/investigation. Ranked among the top 50 hackers globally on Hack The Box, with over 350 Capture the Flag (CTF) machines completed, he excels at detecting complex vulnerabilities, analyzing digital evidence, and neutralizing sophisticated cyber threats.
Jacob combines deep technical expertise with forensic analysis and investigative methodologies to strengthen organizational resilience with prominent certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, CompTIA CSIE, OSWE, and OSCP. He leverages offensive security tactics, advanced threat intelligence, and adversarial simulations to uncover vulnerabilities while applying forensic principles to investigate cyber incidents. His ability to bridge digital investigations with security operations ensures that findings translate into proactive risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and strategic business decisions.
Jacob leads and assists in digital investigations and offensive security engagements at J.S. Held, ranging from email forensic analysis and eDiscovery to network and application penetration testing and social engineering. He applies rigorous threat modeling, forensic methodologies, and cutting-edge security tools to uncover critical vulnerabilities, investigate cyber incidents, and provide clear, actionable solutions. He partners with technical teams and executive stakeholders to reduce risk, minimize disruption, and maintain readiness against emerging cyber threats by drawing on proactive defense strategies, incident response techniques, a hacker mindset, and advanced offensive knowledge. This holistic consulting approach empowers organizations to refine their security posture and gain a sustained advantage in today's fast-moving threat landscape.
Jacob is fluent in English and Japanese. He holds an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts from Normandale Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Information Networking and Telecommunications with a concentration in Cybersecurity from Fort Hays State University.
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