Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (
) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
NICE Cybersecurity Career Ambassador Finder
Bandana Kaur
HackWitHer
Security Researcher/High Schooler
Additional Information
Bandana Kaur(HackWitHer) is a 17 year old cybersecurity researcher and AI security advocate reshaping how we think about trust, threat, and security in the age of artificial intelligence. With a strong background in offensive security and competitive programming, she is committed to ensuring AI remains a force for good.She has helped secure systems at NASA, the U.S. DoEd, and the Government of India, and is currently conducting independent research on adversarial attacks against large language models.
Bandana currently serves as a Security Research Engineer at APISec and the Cybersecurity Lead for the United Nations Dynamic Teen Coalition (IGF). She leads global youth-driven conversations on cybersecurity and and the future of internet safety.
She is also a recognized public speaker, and a passionate advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in tech. Her work has been featured in Women in Security Magazine, the Talent First Podcast, and global forums like AWIS DC.
Studying cybersecurity since age 14, Bandana believes that a good offense is the best defense. Her voice represents the next generation of AI security—fearless, technical, and fiercely future-focused. Willing to share my journey and help or mentor others learn about cybersecurity career opporunities and pathways.