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Aurora Technologies

Aurora Technologies

Leadership

Erik A. Simpson

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

From an early age, technology has been a part of Mr. Simpson's life. It wasn't just an interest, it was an obsession. At just seven years old, he began exploring computers and electronics, driven by a relentless curiosity to understand how technology worked beneath the surface.

 

That curiosity quickly expanded into networking, cyber security, malware analysis, reverse engineering, and digital forensics.

Entirely self-taught, he spent countless hours researching, experimenting, and participating in technical communities long before today's abundance of online learning resources existed. By the age of fifteen, he had developed advanced skills in penetration testing, malware analysis, reverse engineering, incident response, and network security, building a foundation through hands-on experience rather than traditional education.

That same passion continues to drive Aurora Technologies today.

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Over the years, he has worked alongside individuals, businesses, law enforcement agencies, and government organizations, assisting with digital forensic investigations, incident response, malware analysis, cyber incident recovery, and complex technology challenges. His experience spans everything from repairing computer systems and recovering critical data to investigating sophisticated cyber incidents and helping organizations strengthen their security.

Outside of client work, you'll usually find him doing exactly what sparked his interest as a child: experimenting with new technologies, repairing electronics, building custom systems, reverse engineering software, and continuously learning. For him, technology has never been just a career. It's a lifelong passion and an endless puzzle waiting to be solved.

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His philosophy is simple: approach every challenge with integrity, curiosity, and a commitment to finding practical solutions. Whether helping someone recover family photos from a failed hard drive or supporting a complex digital forensic investigation, the goal remains the same: solve the problem, explain it clearly, and leave the client in a better position than when they arrived.

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Gilbert

Chief Morale Officer & Official Mascot

Gilbert is a highly motivated Heeler–Australian Shepherd mix with a proven record of loyalty, vigilance, and relentless operational oversight. Known for his tireless work ethic and unwavering commitment to the mission, Gilbert serves as the official mascot and morale anchor of Aurora Technologies.

Possessing advanced situational awareness and rapid-response capabilities, Gilbert is widely regarded as part canine, part velociraptor. His presence alone acts as a deterrent to unauthorized activity, unsecured footwear, and lapses in attention. His specialty includes proactive asset acquisition—most notably socks—which he secures with precision and stores in undisclosed locations for later review.

Gilbert demonstrates exceptional leadership traits, including:

• Uncompromising loyalty to his team
• High-energy operational readiness at all hours
• Strategic surveillance of perimeters, mail deliveries, and suspicious squirrels
• Morale enhancement through companionship, enthusiasm, and well-timed chaos

While firm in his convictions, Gilbert remains approachable and deeply invested in the wellbeing of those around him. He operates on a platform of integrity, vigilance, and unfiltered enthusiasm, and he believes strongly in a future where every sock is accounted for—even if temporarily misplaced.

Gilbert proudly represents Aurora Technologies with distinction, charisma, and just enough raptor DNA to keep things interesting.​

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