Paul Holder

I'm a security engineer who translates complex AI and security concepts into strategies people can actually use.

I have a B.Tech in Computer Engineering from CUNY, over six years of software development experience, and three-plus years focused on security. I evaluate frontier AI models, build security tools, and write guides that help everyday people protect themselves online.

My work sits at the intersection of application security, AI governance, and creative technology. Whether it's red-teaming AI systems, building automated reconnaissance tools, or explaining security risks without the jargon, I make technical knowledge accessible.

Education

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B.Tech Computer Engineering

City University of New York (CUNY)

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Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security

Simplilearn | 2023-2024

Certifications

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ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

Credential ID: 1727676 | Jan 2024

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CVSS v4.0 Certificate

FIRST | Jul 2024

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Vulnerability Management Detection & Response

Qualys | Credential ID: 353277 | Jul 2024

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Android Bug Bounty Hunting

EC-Council | Credential ID: 337891 | Jun 2024

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Black Hat Python: Python For Pentesters

EC-Council | Credential ID: 334043 | Jun 2024

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Dark Web, Anonymity & Cryptocurrency

EC-Council | Credential ID: 335857 | Jun 2024

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Hands-on Android Security

EC-Council | Credential ID: 333320 | Jun 2024

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SQL Injection Attacks

EC-Council | Credential ID: 335852 | Jun 2024

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CompTIA Linux+

Simplilearn | Credential ID: 6281948 | Jun 2024

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CompTIA Network+

Simplilearn | Credential ID: 5222327 | May 2024

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DoD Cyber Sentinel Challenge

Correlation One | Credential ID: 104140231 | May 2024

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Published Author

"Stay Smart, Stay Safe" on Amazon

Five Pillars

My work integrates five core identities. Each one strengthens the others.

01

Security Engineer

Application security, AI red teaming, governance and risk. I find vulnerabilities before attackers do and build frameworks that prevent them.

  • Penetration Testing
  • AI Red Teaming
  • GRC Strategy
  • Threat Modeling
02

AI Orchestrator

Multi-agent systems, prompt security, AI workflow design. I understand how these systems work and how they break.

  • LLM Evaluation
  • Prompt Engineering
  • AI Safety Testing
  • Agent Architecture
03

Published Author

Security education for everyone. I write to make complex topics accessible to people who need to understand them.

  • Technical Writing
  • Security Education
  • Content Strategy
  • Knowledge Transfer
04

Worldbuilder

Dyismo Studios. Creative technology, narrative systems, and immersive design. Where engineering meets imagination.

  • Narrative Design
  • Systems Thinking
  • Creative Direction
  • IP Development
05

Systems Thinker

Frameworks, patterns, architecture. I see how pieces connect and design systems that scale.

  • Framework Design
  • Process Architecture
  • Pattern Recognition
  • Strategic Planning

My Approach

Lead with opportunity

Security that only says "no" gets ignored. I help organizations move fast AND move safely. The goal is enabling innovation, not blocking it.

Translate, don't gatekeep

Technical knowledge is worthless if people can't use it. I make security concepts accessible to developers, executives, and everyone in between.

Build systems, not checklists

Compliance theater doesn't prevent breaches. I design security that's built into the process, not bolted on after.

Let's Work Together

Looking for security consulting, AI governance expertise, or someone who can bridge the gap between your technical and business teams?