Ata is a specialized cyber security engineer with expertise in application security, DevSecOps, and penetration testing. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Cyber Security at Middle East Technical University, his thesis focuses on static application security testing, tool mechanisms, and innovative approaches in the field. With professional experience at HAVELSAN, he has contributed to significant NATO projects and open-source cybersecurity tools including DevSecOpsBuilder, Blackcart, and Blackdagger. His involvement in the NATO Locked Shields exercise in 2024 and 2025 demonstrates his practical expertise in cyber defense operations at an international level. A recognized voice in the cybersecurity community, he has presented the Blackdagger tool at Black Hat USA, Europe, and Asia conferences alongside his colleague. Most recently, he spoke at CyCon 2025, introducing a new cybersecurity framework to industry professionals. His technical proficiency spans multiple programming languages including Python, Golang, and C/C++, complemented by extensive knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud security, and AI/ML approaches to security challenges. He is currently expanding his red teaming capabilities while studying for the OSCP certification from OffSec.