Jim Manico

Jim Manico is an accomplished cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in application security and education. As the Founder and CEO of Manicode Security since 2014, Jim focuses on teaching developers to write secure code, leveraging years of research and passion for the field. Jim also serves as a Strategic Technical Advisor for companies such as Edgescan and Akto.io, guiding them in aligning their technology with emerging threats. An active volunteer with OWASP since 2008, Jim has co-led several pivotal projects, including the OWASP ASVS and Cheatsheet Series. Additionally, Jim plays various roles as an investor and advisor for companies such as Nucleus Security, KSOC, and LunaSec, emphasizing the importance of security across application development and deployment. Jim holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Siena College and has completed relevant specialized training.