Ariel Simon is a seasoned cybersecurity researcher with extensive expertise in cloud security, vulnerability research, and identity management. Currently, he works as a Security Researcher at Token Security, a company focused on securing non-human identities across various environments. Ariel mainly works on uncovering critical vulnerabilities in cloud environments, helping organizations strengthen their cyber defenses. Before joining Token Security, Ariel served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), as a Senior Security Researcher in Unit 81, a premier technological unit. There, he led large-scale cyber projects, receiving the prestigious “Intelligence Corps Award for Innovative Thinking” and multiple excellence awards for his contributions. His hands-on experience includes whitebox and blackbox application research, advanced penetration testing, and malware analysis. A graduate of the IDF’s elite Yekev and Gefen offensive cybersecurity courses, Ariel has also honed his expertise in lateral movement, network research, and cloud environments. Ariel is passionate about advancing the field of cybersecurity through research, innovation, and education, empowering organizations to secure their identities and infrastructures against evolving threats.