Meet Our Team

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Sedric Louissaint is a highly experienced cybersecurity expert with over 10 years of experience in hands on technical and management experience in providing IT solutions, IT security, customer service, and project management. Sedric has an Associate and Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Technology with a specialization in Cybersecurity. Sedric also has a Technical Certificate as an Information Technology Client Specialist. Additionally, Sedric has over 15 IT & Cybersecurity related certifications.

Throughout his career, Sedric has worked with a wide range of organizations, including large corporations, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. He has helped these organizations to develop and implement effective cybersecurity strategies, as well as providing training and support to their staff. Sedric has 10 CVEs and has reported over 100 zero day vulnerabilities responsibly. Sedric is well-versed in a variety of cybersecurity tools, tactics, procedures, and technologies. Sedric is a subject matter expert in the following areas: 

• Web Application Security
• Mobile Application Security
• API Security
• IoT Security
• Cloud Security 
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance
• Information Security
• Penetration Testing
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Incident Response
• Disaster Recovery Planning

In addition to his work with organizations, Sedric is a frequent speaker at conferences and events. He is also an author, having written several articles and white papers on cybersecurity. Sedric is also a professional mixed martial artist fighter and entrepreneur. Overall, Sedric's expertise and dedication to cybersecurity have made him a highly sought-after consultant and mentor in the field. His clients and mentees trust him to provide them with the best possible security solutions, and he takes that responsibility very seriously.

Forrest Kasler is a full-time penetration tester, social engineer, and cybersecurity educator with a passion for hacking and innovation. A self-taught programmer, Forrest began exploring computers at age 12 by following a C++ tutorial on howstuffworks.com. After a brief career as a CPA, he transitioned to full-time penetration testing in 2014, spending much of his career managing a team of ethical hackers across the U.S.

As a lifelong computer enthusiast and hacker, Forrest specializes in writing tools that enhance the quality and efficiency of penetration testing. He has released several open-source hacking tools for the cybersecurity community and presented his research at major industry conferences such as Black Hat USA and Wild West Hackin’ Fest.

His research focuses on topics such as NAC bypasses, multi-factor authentication bypasses, OSINT techniques, phishing frameworks, email security bypasses, and malware design. Forrest is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of hackers and supporting others on their cybersecurity journey.

Mario Dawson is a highly accomplished Program and Portfolio Test Manager with over 30 years of experience driving SDLC testing initiatives for large-scale, fast-moving projects. He specializes in building, training, and leading diverse teams—ranging from Senior Test Managers and Automation Specialists to Test Analysts—to ensure seamless collaboration across developers, testers, project managers, business and technical SMEs, and external vendors.

Mario’s expertise spans creating and maintaining test calendars, workflows, and automated processes, as well as managing complex global system conversions. A skilled communicator, he is adept at developing policies and procedures that bolster operational efficiency, including Quality Engineering Assessments, training manuals, OFAC Compliance procedures, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) documentation, use cases/test scripts, business and technical requirements, test plans/strategies, and test level assessments. Recognized for his leadership and dedication to excellence, Mario consistently delivers solutions that improve project outcomes and enhance organizational effectiveness.

Zakkery Gage is a results-driven IT leader with over 15 years of enterprise project management experience and a proven track record of building high-performing teams. His expertise spans strategic planning, infrastructure modernization, and comprehensive compliance oversight—including SOC 2, FTC, GDPR, CIS, and NIST frameworks. Zakk’s leadership style centers on fostering growth-oriented cultures that emphasize AI-driven automation, operational excellence, and collaborative stakeholder engagement. He has successfully guided large-scale IT transformations, reducing ticket resolution times by up to 70% and improving system uptimes to 99.99%.

Known for his clear communication and forward-thinking approach, Zakk has implemented innovative solutions that align technology roadmaps with overarching business goals. From designing resilient business continuity plans to spearheading cross-functional initiatives, he consistently delivers measurable outcomes—such as cost savings, boosted customer satisfaction, and enhanced employee retention. With a passion for bridging technical expertise and business strategy, Zakk is dedicated to creating value through efficient processes, robust security practices, and empowering teams to reach their full potential.