Nicko Vargas is a cybersecurity expert with over 8 years of experience in Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), security assessments, and technical implementation. As a Manager at Scrubbed, he leads external, internal, web, and API VAPT engagements for clients in banking, insurance, healthcare, and e-commerce. He is well-versed in frameworks such as HITRUST, PCI-DSS, and ISO 27001, and previously worked at Deloitte Philippines, managing endpoint security infrastructure. At Scrubbed, he has also led key internal initiatives, including the rollout of the firm’s security awareness training. Nicko holds a Bachelor’s degree from Far Eastern University and is known for his strong leadership, technical depth, and commitment to delivering client-focused cybersecurity solutions.