Abzal Aitoriyev
@abzalaitoriyev
Junior penetration tester focused on web, API, and network exploitation with OWASP-driven testing.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
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.
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
2016 - 2020
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Lomonosov Moscow State University from 2016 to 2020.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Portfolio
github.com/AbzekenziJob categories
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