Jacob KrellSecure AI & Cybersecurity Leader

I build systems that are hard to break and I break systems that appear resilient. My career sits at the intersection of offensive security, artificial intelligence, and software engineering, where I help organizations convert complex technical risk into durable competitive advantage. This work includes designing and shipping production grade AI systems, architecting scalable full stack applications, and leading security programs that protect critical assets in real operating environments.

My technical work spans intelligent automation frameworks, custom security tooling, and AI enabled solutions that address concrete business problems. I write code across the entire stack, from React based user interfaces to Python services and infrastructure automation. On the offensive side, I lead penetration testing and adversary emulation across all major attack surfaces, including web applications, mobile platforms, APIs, Active Directory environments, cloud infrastructure, wireless networks, and physical security. These engagements often involve full scope red team operations and targeted social engineering campaigns that evaluate both technical controls and human decision making. On the defensive side, my work includes digital forensics, incident response leadership, and the design of detection capabilities that identify real threats rather than theoretical ones. Most security professionals focus on offense or defense. Operating fluently in both disciplines creates a clear understanding of how attacks unfold, how defenses fail, and where meaningful risk actually resides.

At the strategic level, I serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, translating technical risk into clear business context and aligning security investment with organizational priorities. My experience includes building offensive security practices, establishing AI development programs from the ground up, and guiding organizations through compliance initiatives, active incidents, and long term security transformation. I operate most effectively in environments where speed matters, complexity is unavoidable, and security must function as an enabling capability rather than an afterthought.

Currently employed asSenior Director, Secure AI Solutions and Cybersecurity at Suzu Labs