HackerOne's Pod Support Model introduces a specialized approach where a dedicated group of analysts, known as a "pod," is assigned to manage and support a select group of programs. A pod is a smaller, focused team of analysts dedicated to providing comprehensive support to specific customers.

With a pod assigned to your program, a smaller team of analysts across different time zones takes ownership of handling incoming vulnerability reports. This ensures accountability, with the pod being responsible for all reports and meeting response targets.

Focusing on a select group of programs allows the pod to develop familiarity and comfort with the customer's scope and environment. This familiarity results in a higher quality triage experience for HackerOne customers.

A smaller unit of analysts working on customer programs enables them to build rapport with hackers participating in the program. This fosters better communication, engagement, and collaboration throughout the vulnerability handling process.

Customers supported by a dedicated pod will experience frequent interaction with specific analysts. The goal is for customers to view their pod as trusted partners in managing their bug bounty program.

Smaller dedicated support teams contribute to enhanced security by reducing the overall number of HackerOne employees with access to customer report data.

Specific vulnerability handling instructions for your program can be communicated through the Customer Success Manager (CSM). The CSM will update the pod and internal notes to ensure seamless communication and understanding of your program's unique requirements.

For queries, escalations, or general communication with your pod, you have two primary channels:

We are committed to providing effective Triage services to achieve noise reduction while running a successful Bug Bounty Program with HackerOne.