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Abzal Aitoriyev

@abzalaitoriyev

Junior penetration tester focused on web, API, and network exploitation with OWASP-driven testing.

Kazakhstan
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can run hands-on offensive security testing on web, API, and network targets, turning findings into structured reports, while continuing lab work and adversary-tradecraft practice.

I investigate adversary behavior at Group-IB, mapping ransomware, phishing, and scam operations to MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain, then turning that into clear technical reports for both business and technical stakeholders. I also build Python automation tooling for threat-intel workflows, including a custom leak-data extraction pipeline.

On the offensive side, I practice across web, API, and network targets through 90+ TryHackMe rooms, 50+ Root-Me challenges, and ongoing PortSwigger Web Security Academy labs. I apply OWASP Top 10 testing methods, write structured write-ups, and I’ve published a Python proof-of-concept for a MongoDB denial-of-service vulnerability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

GR
Current

Junior Penetration Tester

Group-IB

May 2023 - Present (3 years 3 months)

Investigated ransomware, phishing and scam operations, closing 2-3 in-depth investigations and 4-5 shorter reports per month. Mapped adversary TTPs to MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain.

SE

Junior Software Engineer

Sercomm

May 2021 - May 2023 (2 years)

Developed embedded Linux networking software for router firmware. Implemented security features including MAC black/whitelisting and password-complexity enforcement.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

HE

Higher School of Economics

Master of Science, Computer Science

2021 - 2023

Master of Science in Computer Science from Higher School of Economics from 2021 to 2023.

LU

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

2016 - 2020

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Lomonosov Moscow State University from 2016 to 2020.

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