Bugcrowd, a leader in crowdsourced security solutions, has just announced the appointment of cybersecurity expert Trey Ford as its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the Americas. Ford, well-respected for his extensive experience in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity, joins Bugcrowd with a strong background from roles at industry giants like Deepwatch, Salesforce, and Black Hat. With over 25 years in the field and a decade on Bugcrowd’s advisory board, Ford’s move marks a major step forward for the company’s security and strategy in the Americas.

Shaping the Future of Cybersecurity

Ford is excited to work alongside Bugcrowd’s innovators, corporate leaders, and stakeholders, with a clear focus on advancing cybersecurity through both robust strategy and hands-on approaches. His vision for Bugcrowd includes a blend of hands-on, first-principles-based approaches to solving complex security challenges.

Reflecting on his new role, Ford shared, “I’m thrilled to be part of Bugcrowd’s fast-paced, growth-focused team that’s leading the way in innovative cybersecurity solutions. My approach has always been to get deeply involved—building, testing, and analyzing security from its core. I’m eager to bring this perspective to Bugcrowd and support its vision.”

Strengthening the Team’s Impact

Nick McKenzie, Bugcrowd’s current Chief Information and Security Officer, sees Ford’s arrival as pivotal. "Trey’s expertise in offensive security and his skill in engaging with clients will enhance our capabilities significantly," said McKenzie. “This is an opportune addition as we continue to grow and refine our impact across the Americas.”

Driving Growth with AI-Powered Security Solutions

A recent capital infusion of $50 million from Silicon Valley Bank will support Bugcrowd’s growth and the expansion of its AI-powered platform. This additional funding aims to fuel Bugcrowd’s reach on a global scale, while also enhancing its platform’s core capabilities. Planned innovations include strategic acquisitions and further refinement of its machine learning tools, which will add even more value to Bugcrowd’s clients, partners, and the global hacker community.

To further enhance its cybersecurity offerings, Bugcrowd has rolled out the Continuous Attack Surface Pentesting as a Service subscription model. This subscription allows clients to access Bugcrowd’s pen-testing services on demand, providing an efficient, scalable way for companies to manage their cybersecurity needs with predictable, pre-paid capacity.

Unlocking Insights from Elite Hackers

The Bugcrowd Platform, known for linking organizations with vetted cybersecurity researchers and ethical hackers, enables businesses to proactively safeguard their systems. "We’re thrilled by Bugcrowd’s rapid momentum," said Bugcrowd’s CEO, Dave Gerry. “Our global platform is now backed by a remarkable blend of cutting-edge technology and top cybersecurity talent, bringing invaluable insights from our network of elite hackers.”

Bugcrowd’s crowdsourced model has consistently proven effective, yielding more significant vulnerability insights than traditional methods and offering solid returns on investment (ROI) to clients. With a customer base that includes OpenAI, Google, T-Mobile, and even the U.S. Department of Defense, Bugcrowd has established itself as a trusted partner in cybersecurity.

Evolving for a Changing Cyber Landscape

Over the past decade, Bugcrowd has evolved its offerings to meet the demands of an increasingly complex digital environment. The platform now addresses a wide range of security needs, including penetration testing, managed bug bounty programs, vulnerability disclosure initiatives, and products tailored to AI safety. Bugcrowd’s unique “skills-as-a-service” approach draws on the talents of its global network of ethical hackers to tackle today’s cybersecurity challenges, from mobile infrastructure and hybrid work environments to APIs and cloud workloads.

Bugcrowd remains at the forefront of cybersecurity, harnessing AI and the expertise of its crowdsourced talent to provide adaptable and reliable solutions in a rapidly changing threat landscape.