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Andrés Gómez is a co-founder of Nexa and a recognized expert in cybersecurity, with over 15 years of experience protecting businesses, governments, and institutions from digital threats. As Practice Leader and CTO, Andrés is the driving force behind Nexa becoming one of the most specialized cybersecurity firms in the region.
Andrés leads elite teams that deliver advanced cybersecurity services, including pentesting, forensics, DevSecOps, and critical incident response. He has been a speaker at international conferences such as Ekoparty, OWASP Latam Tour, and 8.8, sharing his hands-on expertise in offensive cybersecurity, and has developed Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges for some of the industry’s leading events.
Since 2009, Andrés has uncovered 0day vulnerabilities in various products, enhancing his specialization in the field. His track record includes top positions in international Live Hacking Events, consistently ranking in the top 5 among more than 100 professionals worldwide. He has also been recognized in bug bounty programs by companies such as Apple, Visa, Microsoft, AT&T, and Goldman Sachs.
Additionally, Andrés has contributed to the development of cybersecurity frameworks and has played a role in advising on local cybercrime legislation.