About
Starknex is a boutique cyber security company that specialises in Offensive
Security capabilities and services.
We're independent and we are based in Adelaide, South Australia.
Our mission is to leverage our deep understanding of offensive security tactics and techniques to build stronger, more resilient defences for our clients.
Starknex has a team of like-minded people with diverse domain expertise in cyber security that
have over several years of experience and strategic partners to help support
our capabilities.
We take care of clients nationally and internationally and currently working
with clients in industries such as healthcare, government, emerging technology,
education, transport and finance.
Our core values
At Starknex, we believe that the backbone of any thriving company lies in its core values. These principles guide our actions, decisions, and innovations, providing you with reliable and leading-edge service.
Creativity
Creativity is at the heart of our problem-solving ethos. We approach challenges with a fresh perspective, designing innovative solutions and embracing new challenges.
Integrity
We hold a firm commitment to integrity in every interaction; ensuring that you are treated with the utmost honesty and transparency.
Collaboration
We work as a team; with each other, our trusted partners, and with our clients.
Curiosity
We ask questions, challenge assumptions, and explore what others overlook. Curiosity fuels our innovation and resilience.
Meet our Founder & Director: Usayd Marikar
Usayd brings over a decade of real-world offensive security experience.
By 13, he had already twice breached a trillion-dollar corporation,
drawing the attention of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the FBI
and proving a rare talent most people spend a career chasing.
That moment
became a turning point, leading to the creation of Starknex.
Since then he's reported vulnerabilities to some of the world's biggest
tech companies, worked with high-profile clients and has taken on some
interesting projects.
He's known across the cyber security community, and
his edge comes from experience no certificate can teach.
Outside of client
work, he gives back through student engagement and cybercrime prevention
initiatives.
Our Journey
2017
The Beginning
Usayd founded Starknex as Security Research Group and VPN Service during high school, laying the foundation for what would become a cyber security company.
2021
Security Platform Vision
We wanted solve a problem and build a comprehensive security platform to mitigate insider threats from both cyber security and physical security perspective.
2022 - Present
Back to Our Roots
We pivoted and returned to our core expertise: offensive security. This focus continues to drive our mission and services today.
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