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Yohan DUGAIN
Yohan DUGAIN
Security & Software Development Engineer
Currently Cybersecurity Operation Leader at Thales LAS

💻 The story of a passion...

2007
2009
2010
2011
2014
2016
2017
2021
2007

2007

First bytes

At age 8, I discovered my first computer running Windows XP. I didn't just use it: I explored it. I opened the machine, understood the hardware, and navigated the BIOS. I tried, failed, erased Windows... then installed Ubuntu from a CD bought at a flea market. Early mistakes became my first lessons. Curiosity turned into passion.

2009

2009

Understanding to create

At age 10, my curiosity moved beyond hardware: I wanted to understand how software worked. I discovered Visual Basic, taught myself, and experimented relentlessly. I even passed a VBA certification by declaring myself an adult. Then, I developed my first web browser. Creating became second nature.

2010

2010

Useful initiative

In middle school, teachers weren't updating Pronote (online gradebook). Instead of complaining, I acted. I learned HTML, created a site, and manually updated my class's homework diary on a 000webhost server. The initiative took off: students used it. I then deployed the solution for other classes. Code became a service.

2011

2011

Scaling up

Updating multiple HTML pages by hand quickly became unsustainable. I realized I needed to go further. I learned PHP and SQL, entirely redesigned the site, and integrated student accounts. The homework diary became collaborative. At age 12, I built my first platform with user authentication.

2014

2014

Create, Learn, Take responsibility

From age 12 to 15, projects multiplied. Among them was Fluxmedia: a web app to watch TV channels on gaming consoles, born from a personal need. I designed a responsive site built for real-world usage. The project went viral on forums like jeuxvideo.com and reached 6,000 monthly users.

Then came a formal notice from TF1 (major TV network). I shut down the site. A powerful lesson in impact, responsibility, and legal frameworks—long before the arrival of platforms like Molotov.

2016

2016

Ethical Hacker

At age 16, I manipulated a real-world system flaw for the first time: I altered the results of a national contest and won an all-inclusive trip.

Euphoria quickly gave way to guilt. This experience marked me: I understood that curiosity must be accompanied by responsibility and that cybersecurity isn't just technical—it's ethical.

2017

2017

Choosing excellence

In my senior year computer science specialty, I discovered a more demanding environment than ever. For the first time, I was mentored by professional engineers with a rigorous, structured approach. It was no longer just a passion: it was a discipline.

I fully committed: a perfect 20/20 average all year, earning a standing ovation from the class. Beyond the grades, it was a confirmation: I wasn't just curious, I was high-performing.

This year marked a turning point. I decided to steer my future toward computer engineering. To progress, I left my native island, Reunion Island, and moved to Paris with a clear ambition: to compete with the best and raise my standards.

2021

2021

Cybersecurity, a vocation

As a customer of a business registration company, I discovered a critical flaw in the signup process, exposing bank details, personal info, and mail for over 5,000 companies. The scale of the risk hit me immediately.

I reported the vulnerability to the company. There was no reward, but the feeling of doing the right thing was immense. This confirmed my passion for cybersecurity: it's not just about understanding systems, it's about anticipating, protecting, and acting responsibly. It reinforced my ambition: to contribute to making the digital world safer.

🎓 Passion, backed by education.

Education

2017 – 2022 CY Tech / EISTI
Engineering Degree, Computer Engineering
Specialized in Cybersecurity
2017 – 2019 CY Cergy Paris Université
Bachelor’s Degree, Mathematics and Computer Science
2014 – 2017 Lycée Amiral Pierre Bouvet
Scientific Baccalaureate
Highest Honors (Mention Très Bien), European English Section
2010 – 2014 Collège Hubert Delisle
National Brevet Diploma
Highest Honors (Mention Très Bien)

Certifications

2022 ETS EMEA
TOEIC® - Listening and Reading Test
Public Programme (915/990)
2022 Microsoft
SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

💼 Experience matters.

2026 Thales LAS
Cybersecurity Operation Leader (Appointment Memo)
Currently in post

Within the Customer Worldwide Services of Thales Land and Air Systems (approx. 800 people), I am currently responsible for cybersecurity operations in the domain:

  • Consolidating cyber KPIs for bids and projects
  • Supporting service activities during the RUN phases of solutions
  • Supporting organizational activities of the Domain for all security risks (legal, industry, IT systems, suppliers, incidents, and crises)
  • Ensuring the application of Group policies and governance within the Domain
2024 Thales LAS
Project Security Manager (Appointment Memo)

Within Thales Land and Air Systems, my mission was to act as a strategic partner and advisor to management on security issues:

  • Monitoring regulatory and technical developments impacting the scope
  • Contributing to operational reports for CISOs
  • Validating tasks explicitly delegated by the CISO
2022 Thales LAS
Security & Software Development Engineer

Within Thales Land and Air Systems, my missions were centered on cybersecurity and digital solution development:

  • Establishing a security backlog for DevOps and developers
  • Defining attack scenarios, proposing remediation solutions, and raising cyber risk awareness
  • Performing and documenting a series of penetration tests on Thales Headlight Knowledge Academy solutions for Restricted Distribution accreditation
  • Software development of various solutions (PHP, React, Electron, Python)
  • Implementing an operational maintenance plan for Data Engineers (Dataiku)
  • Estimating the budget required to deliver solutions meeting customer needs
2020 ONOVA Group
Founder and Manager

During my second year of engineering studies, I decided to launch an entrepreneurial venture with two other students.

During my tenure as manager, I implemented the following solutions from A to Z (concept, design, development, marketing):

  • OnoFacture: A 100% custom responsive web app for invoicing, quotes, and credit notes management in compliance with Ministry of Finance guidelines
  • Onopro Digital Agency: A next-generation agency helping businesses digitize their operations
  • OnoAnalytics: A privacy-focused analytics solution (acquisition, bounce rate, device info, location)
  • OnoMail: An adaptation of RoundCube for professional and confidential email management
  • OnoID: A custom SSO solution with phone verification and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • OnoDoc: A web app to automatically generate administrative documents and send them via physical mail
  • OnoFTP: Adapted file transfer tool for internal needs

Internships matter too...

2022 Thales LAS
Cybersecurity Engineer Intern

  • Defining attack scenarios
  • Proposing security recommendations
  • Establishing security backlogs for DevOps
  • Conducting penetration tests on digital solutions
2021 National Gendarmerie
Full Stack Developer Intern

Within the IT systems service of the National Security branch:

  • Redesigning the business logic and UI/UX for the Gendarmerie contest registration system
  • Full stack development of the user journey with a mobile-first approach
2020 Sogetrel
Optimization and Programming Intern

  • Team optimization and project quoting
  • Profitability tracking
  • Developing custom production acceleration tools (Web + VBA)
2020 Sundelis
Full Stack Developer Intern

  • Developing a tourism-dedicated website
  • UI/UX prototyping
  • Infrastructure and payment gateway integration
  • Internal logistics management tools

🚀 My creations, from A to Z.

2022 Dexvo
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Symfony Twig
Deployed in 8 weeks

Dexvo is an e-commerce platform designed to facilitate access to products sold on Amazon for customers located in French Overseas Territories (DROM).

The site automatically scrapes and lists Amazon products to offer them through an interface tailored to the logistical and tax constraints of overseas territories.

The platform automatically applies specific tax rules: removal of mainland VAT, recalculation of "octroi de mer" (local tax), and estimation of import duties.

Dexvo also integrates automated customs procedures via a connection with La Poste systems, simplifying the declarations required for shipping parcels.

Finally, a shipping cost calculation and optimization system allows for precise estimation of delivery costs to the DROM while aiming to reduce the impact of taxes and logistical fees for customers.
2021 Monreçu
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Symfony Twig Flutter iOS Android
Deployed in 5 weeks

Monreçu is a mobile application that centralizes all your sales receipts in one place, directly on your smartphone. Available on the App Store and Play Store, it offers a practical and eco-friendly alternative to paper receipts.

The application also allows users to store all their loyalty cards via a unique barcode, simplifying the checkout process and loyalty program management.

In partner stores, receipts appear instantly in the app after a purchase. The solution was designed to be compatible with any type of electronic point-of-sale (POS) system, facilitating adoption by retailers.

The service was offered free of charge to users and allowed retailers to automatically build customer loyalty, even without an existing loyalty program.

The platform also generated numerous indicators and statistics on customer purchasing habits, providing retailers with useful KPIs to better understand their business and improve customer relationships.
2020 OnoFacture
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Symfony Twig
Deployed in 6 weeks

OnoFacture is a fully custom-made responsive web application designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) manage their invoicing simply and efficiently.

It allows for the creation, editing, and tracking of invoices, quotes, and credit notes, while complying with the regulatory requirements defined by the Ministry of Economy and Finance.

The application centralizes the entire invoicing cycle to facilitate administrative management: document generation, payment tracking, customer management, and accounting record archiving.

OnoFacture also integrates statistical tools providing a clear view of business activity (revenue, sales trends, payment tracking) as well as features dedicated to logistical management for SMEs.

Developed from scratch, the application was designed to be simple, fast, and accessible on all devices.
2020 OnoPro
Partner of LegalPlace
Management Business Corporate Strategy Marketing
Deployed in 4 weeks

The Onopro digital agency is a next-generation agency designed to support companies in digitizing their business activities.

It offers custom digital solutions allowing professionals to modernize their tools, optimize their processes, and develop their online presence. The goal is to make digital transformation more accessible by providing services tailored to the needs of small businesses and SMEs.
2020 OnoAnalytics
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Symfony Twig
Deployed in 3 weeks

OnoAnalytics is an analytics solution allowing companies to better understand the activity on their digital platforms.

It provides numerous detailed statistics such as user acquisition, bounce rate, direct access, devices used, and visitor geographical location.

The tool provides a clear view of user behavior to help companies improve their services and digital strategy.
2020 OnoID
Gem of the Year
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Symfony Twig
Deployed in 3 weeks

OnoID is a fully custom-made SSO authentication solution allowing for the centralization of user identities across different services.

It enables third-party applications to retrieve specific user information with explicit consent, facilitating integration and authentication between multiple platforms.

The solution also integrates advanced security mechanisms such as phone number verification via a dedicated telephony server and the activation of multi-factor authentication (MFA).
2020 OnoMail
RoundCube CSS
Deployed in 1 week

OnoMail is an adaptation of RoundCube, an open-source webmail solution, configured and optimized to meet the needs of our professional clients.

It allows for easy management of professional email through a simple and accessible web interface, while guaranteeing a high level of confidentiality and data control.

This solution offers a reliable and controlled alternative for the daily management of a company's electronic communications.
2020 OnoDoc
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Symfony Twig
Deployed in 3 weeks

OnoDoc is a web application designed to simplify the creation and management of administrative documents.

It allows users to automatically generate different types of documents, save them, and organize them directly online.

The application also integrates a feature allowing these documents to be sent directly by mail (postal service), simplifying administrative procedures and shipment tracking.
2020 OnoFTP
net2FTP HTML CSS JavaScript
Deployed in 1 week

OnoFTP is an adaptation of an open-access file transfer tool, modified and configured to meet specific needs.

The solution allows for simple and secure file transfers and management, providing an interface adapted to the users' environment and use cases.

This adaptation provides a reliable transfer service, integrated with other existing tools and infrastructures.
2019 Local Government Website
At the request of a Mayor
HTML CSS JavaScript
Deployed in 2 weeks

A platform set up to facilitate citizen participation at the local level.

Residents can propose ideas and vote for others' suggestions, allowing the most supported initiatives to be highlighted.

The mayor's office can track proposals, respond directly, and communicate on actions taken, fostering a transparent and interactive dialogue between citizens and local administration.

The solution was designed to be easy to use, accessible to all, and adapted to the specific needs of the community.
2016 School Canteen Application
Mayor's Office of La Plaine-des-Palmistes (974)
Visual Basic
Deployed in 2 weeks

Software developed in Visual Basic to manage student attendance at the school refectory.

Each student was identified via a barcode scanner, allowing for precise tracking of meals consumed.

The application automatically generated indicators and tables for Excel, providing detailed KPIs on who consumed what and on which date.

This solution allowed the school administration to effectively track attendance, manage stocks, and optimize canteen logistics.
2014 Fluxmedia
Childhood Gem
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript
Deployed in 4 weeks

Fluxmedia is a web application allowing users to watch TV channels on gaming consoles, developed from a personal need.

The site was designed to be responsive and optimized for real-world use, providing a smooth experience across all devices.

The project met with significant success, being widely shared on jeuxvideo.com forums and reaching up to 6,000 monthly users.

Following a formal notice from TF1, the site was closed, providing a valuable lesson on impact, responsibility, and respect for legal frameworks, well before the appearance of legal platforms like Molotov.
2014 LeCloud
PHP HTML CSS JavaScript
Deployed in 2 weeks

LeCloud is a web application offering unlimited and free cloud storage, launched in 2014 well before many similar services emerged.

It allowed users to save, organize, and access their files from any device, providing a simple and convenient solution for online storage.

The service was designed to be accessible to all and offer a smooth experience, anticipating the growing needs for personal cloud storage before the widespread availability of mainstream consumer solutions.

"Innovation is a situation you choose because you have a burning passion for something."
— Steve Jobs