About Us

The premier cybersecurity conference in New Mexico, United States, aims to organize an Information Security gathering. This event brings together professionals, experts, researchers, and InfoSec enthusiasts to discuss cybersecurity and demonstrate real-world attacks to the community. The conference creates opportunities for individuals to present and participate in an intimate atmosphere that encourages collaboration. It offers intense discussions, demos, hacking villages, and participant interactions. This event is where conversations about the next big thing in cybersecurity are happening.

Leadership & Staff

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Saad Nasir

Saad is a renowned cybersecurity expert, known for his exceptional knowledge in the field. He is the founder of Security BSides Albuquerque, which has been a catalyst for innovation and collaboration within the cybersecurity community. Saad also works as a distinguished red teamer at SolarWinds, where his strategic initiatives have significantly improved digital security measures. With a Master's degree in Cybersecurity and the prestigious OSCP certification, Saad's academic and professional credentials set a high standard in the industry. He is also an active community member at industry conferences, demonstrating his commitment to promoting advanced cybersecurity knowledge and practices.

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Gabrielle Trujillo

Gabrielle, co-founder of Security BSides Albuquerque, is an aspiring leader in the cybersecurity domain, with a keen focus on penetration testing and vulnerability assessments for web and network infrastructures. Her passion for binary reverse engineering and exploit development underscores her talent for uncovering vulnerabilities and devising effective countermeasures. Gabrielle's commitment to advancing her expertise and guiding others in the field highlights her potential as a future luminary in cybersecurity.

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Chris Perkins

As a cybersecurity consultant and architect with over 17 years of experience, I have a passion for helping organizations secure their lines of business, innovate using data analytics, and improve their overall security posture. My expertise spans multiple technology and functional domains, and I have a strong track record of designing, delivering, and implementing new technologies for clients in various industries, including higher education, healthcare, government, utilities, and finance.

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Shaikh Ahmad

Shaikh Ahmad is the Director of Outreach at Security BSides Albuquerque. He specializes in IT Project Management, Cybersecurity and Data Analytics. He possesses extensive experience in utilizing C++, R Studio, and SQL to convert intricate data into strategic insights. His expertise also encompasses collaborating with top executives at an R-1 flagship university and leading diverse project teams to foster data-driven decisions. He is dedicated to leveraging his project management, technical and strategic proficiencies to bolster cybersecurity measures and drive organizational growth.

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Kristen Sanders

Senior Security Advisor at Aquila and aspiring to be a Wonder Woman of Security. Dedicated to helping others and powered by truth. Lover of all things InfoSec. Passionate about coaching, speaking, and mentoring. Skilled in defending the Enterprise and Industrial Control environments. Driven by a mission of leaving this industry in better shape than I found it.