0xD1CE (pronounced "Dice") is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 16 years of experience in IT, including roles in network administration, systems engineering, and penetration testing. Starting his career as a Data Voice Technician, 0xD1CE quickly transitioned through various technical roles, mastering networking and system administration before shifting to offensive security. With a wealth of certifications such as OSCP, OSEP, PNPT, CRTO, and more, 0xD1CE now serves as a Senior Penetration Tester for a Fortune 100 company, where he specializes in internal testing, hardware assessments, and web application security. Despite his extensive background, 0xD1CE emphasizes the importance of self-driven learning and staying ahead in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. 

James is a TS-SCI cleared Penetration Tester with a strong background in offensive security, digital forensics. He holds certifications such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT), and Certified Red Team Professional (CRTP), and has extensive experience with ethical hacking, and identifying critical vulnerabilities. James training in offensive and defensive cyber operations combined with his proficiency in managing personnel and sensitive information, demonstrates his adaptability and reliability in high-stress environments.

As a Senior Application Security Engineer, I lead and implement the Application Security program, ensuring that the software development life cycle (SDLC) follows security best practices and standards. I perform code reviews, static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST), and run-time application security protection (RASP) for various cloud platforms and services.

I have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from California State University-Sacramento, where I also obtained the Information Assurance and Security certification. I am also an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) and an AWS Certified Security practitioner. I have provided guidance, communication, and technical testing methodologies for a cloud service provider security. I am passionate about network, system, and blockchain security, and I have created and published a lab on smart contract deployment and interaction on the Ethereum blockchain.

With a wealth of knowledge and over 6 years of hands-on experience, I bring to the table exceptional expertise as a cybersecurity professional. My focus lies in the realm of penetration testing and red teaming, where I have consistently showcased my abilities to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities across intricate network infrastructures and applications. Through comprehensive security assessments, I delve deep into the intricate layers of digital defense, offering strategic insights and recommendations to fortify the overall cybersecurity landscape.

Pranit is an experienced Security Engineer with over 7 years of dedicated experience in various domains of Offensive Security, including Pentesting, Red Teaming, IoT Security, Application Security, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Research, Vulnerability Management and Attack Surface Management. 

Currently, he works as a full-time Security Engineer, leveraging his expertise to fortify organizations against evolving threats. In his free time, he enthusiastically contributes to Bug Bounty programs and conducts independent Security Research. With a proven track record, Pranit has collaborated with industry-leading organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, significantly enhancing the security posture of these enterprises.

I am passionate about finding and fixing vulnerabilities in cloud and enterprise assets. I have the OSCP certification that demonstrates my growing skills in penetration testing.

I am also an active member and treasurer of DC608, a local community of cybersecurity enthusiasts, where I train and mentor others in red and blue team challenges from various platforms. I enjoy sharing my insights and learning on my website and blog, where I post notes, write-ups, and projects related to cybersecurity topics.