About Darrius Grate
Offensive security practitioner focused on AD attack paths, cloud exploitation, and defensive evasion research
Driven by a build-first research methodology — creating custom tooling, conducting original research, and developing capabilities that bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and operational execution.
Every tool, writeup, and capability undergoes rigorous testing and validation. The goal is not just to identify vulnerabilities — it is to develop operational capabilities that empower defenders to understand their adversaries and close the gap before real attacks occur.
Personal Milestones
Portfolio Projects
Security tools and infrastructure projects across red team ops and vulnerability research
Technical Writeups
Research publications covering AD attack paths, kernel exploitation, C2 implants, and container boundaries
Professional Certifications
AD-RTS + CAPT + COSJ — with OCO-AI, CRT-ID, and ROPS-RT1 in active pursuit
Focus Domains
AD security, EDR evasion, cloud attack paths, kernel exploitation
Technical Capabilities
Deep expertise across the offensive security stack — from kernel to cloud
Certifications & Professional Development
In Progress
- • OCO-AI — Offensive Cyber Operations with AI (CyberWarfare Labs)
- • CRT-ID — Red Team Infra Developer (CyberWarfare Labs)
- • ROPS-RT1 — Rogue Operator Suite (Rogue Labs)
Completed
- • Active Directory Red Team Specialist (CyberWarfare Labs)
- • Certified Associate Penetration Tester (HackViser)
- • Certified Offensive Security Junior (RedTeam Ops)
Behind the Research
I'm Darrius Grate, an offensive security practitioner focused on Active Directory attack paths, cloud exploitation, and defensive evasion research.
With a build-first methodology and a disciplined approach to capability development, I produce original research, custom tooling, and detailed technical publications that serve both offensive operators and defensive teams seeking to understand real adversary capabilities.