Summary
Sean Hinchee is a security software engineer with 12 years of experience, currently focused on protecting cloud and platform assets at Microsoft. A longtime Gopher and former BlueHat speaker, he blends hands-on security research with practical engineering to drive resilient systems. His background includes cybersecurity internships at Union Pacific and leadership roles at Iowa State ITS and research in ISEAGE, giving him a strong blend of academic rigor and operational experience. Comfortable in both offensive and defensive contexts, he brings a researcher’s curiosity to production security challenges. Based in the Greater Seattle Area, he also engages with developer communities and open-source culture, reflected in a concise, advocacy-minded GitHub presence. Colleagues know him for clear communication, thoughtful threat modeling, and an ability to translate complex findings into actionable improvements.
12 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
Iowa State University