Ajay Aravind
Cyber Security Analyst
Mumbai
Summary
Penetration Tester with over 2 years of experience in cybersecurity, specializing in infiltrating computer systems to identify and address vulnerabilities. Skilled in conducting thorough assessments and recommending effective security measures to enhance overall system integrity. Certified Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT), possesses a deep understanding of computer security, compliance auditing, and vulnerability assessment. Known for meticulous attention to detail and exceptional troubleshooting skills, excels at problem-solving and thorough documentation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pentester 3
Talakunchi Networks Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
02.2024 - Current
- Commission new servers in the organization, ensuring optimal configuration and performance.
- Conduct comprehensive scans using Tenable SC to identify vulnerabilities and assess security risks.
- Generate detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities found and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security patches and updates, ensuring systems are compliant with industry standards.
- Provide sign-off for servers after all identified vulnerabilities have been addressed, allowing for commissioning of the servers.
- Managed 30 to 50 emails and phone calls daily, ensuring prompt responses and effective communication.
Cybersecurity Analyst
Talakunchi Networks Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on client machines, including servers, firewalls, desktops, and Wi-Fi networks, to identify security vulnerabilities.
- Perform compliance auditing to ensure that client systems adhere to industry standards and regulations.
- Utilize various testing methodologies and tools to simulate potential cyber-attacks and evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures.
- Generate comprehensive reports detailing identified vulnerabilities, their potential impact, and prioritized recommendations for remediation.
- Provide detailed solutions to mitigate vulnerabilities, ensuring clients have clear guidance for improving their security posture.
- Collaborate with clients to discuss findings and recommend best practices for enhancing security measures.
- Stay updated on the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and penetration testing techniques to maintain a high level of expertise.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
SIES College of Arts, Science And Commerce
Mumbai 07.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
SIES College of Arts, Science And Commerce
Mumbai 07.2017 - 04.2020
Skills
Vulnerability Assessment
Penetration Testing
Ethical Hacking Principles
Network Penetration Testing
Wireless Security Testing
Incident Response
Network Security
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
EJPT
Timeline
EJPT
10-2024
Pentester 3
Talakunchi Networks Pvt Ltd
02.2024 - Current
Cybersecurity Analyst
Talakunchi Networks Pvt Ltd
04.2022 - 02.2024
Master of Science - Computer Science
SIES College of Arts, Science And Commerce
07.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
SIES College of Arts, Science And Commerce
07.2017 - 04.2020
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