About Pwned Labs

Pwned Labs is a hands-on cybersecurity training platform built for practitioners. We train security professionals on real attacker tradecraft across cloud security, AI security, Kubernetes security, and CI/CD security.

With over 40,000+ users, industry-recognized certifications, and enterprise cyber ranges, we are building the go-to platform for organizations that need their teams ready for what comes next.

Our Mission

We exist to make world-class cybersecurity education accessible to anyone, regardless of background. We train the next generation of cybersecurity practitioners through hands-on labs, real attacker tradecraft, and industry-recognized certifications. We also work with enterprises globally to build cyber resilience through upskilling, readiness simulations, and AI-powered defense.

Our Values

We believe the best cybersecurity professionals learn by doing. Every lab on our platform uses real cloud environments, real attack techniques, and real consequences. We never settle for simulated. We build for practitioners.

We believe cybersecurity talent should not be gated by geography, income, or background. Through sponsored bootcamp places for women in cybersecurity and lifetime discounts for active service members and veterans, we actively work to make this industry more accessible.

We believe competition sharpens skill. Our cyber ranges, capstone CTFs, and certification exams push learners to prove what they know under pressure. But we also believe the cybersecurity community wins together. Our 10,000+ member Discord, open-source tools, and free learning resources exist because when professionals share knowledge, everyone gets stronger.

Ian Austin, CEO

IanAustin

Cybersecurity practitioner, leader, and startup builder. Deep experience in the cybersecurity upskilling industry across strategy, content innovation, and enterprise growth. Expert market knowledge in cloud and AI security.

Sheeraz Ali, CTO

SheerazAli

Sheeraz Ali, engineer, information security professional, and open-source advocate. Speaker at major security conferences including Nullcon and c0c0n. Holder of 21 CVEs and multiple industry-recognized security certifications.

Rob Alport, CMO

RobAlport

Experienced marketing leader with a proven track record of building and scaling marketing functions to drive revenue. Focused on digital and demand generation with deep expertise in content, product marketing, and brand building.