Ian D.

Ian D. is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Security at Slack since July 2021, bringing extensive experience in threat research and malware analysis from previous roles at BlackBerry, Cylance Inc., and IBM. During tenure at BlackBerry, Ian D. focused on threat hunting, intelligence dissemination, and the development of automated frameworks and services for enhanced cybersecurity operations. At Cylance Inc., responsibilities included static and dynamic malware analysis and automation of classification systems. Early positions at IBM involved cryptographic enhancements and penetration testing, along with multiple internships that honed full-stack development skills. Ian D. holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin.