Apurva Raj - Penetration Tester - Confidential | Himalayas
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Apurva Raj

@apurva

CEH-certified penetration tester skilled in identifying and mitigating security threats.

India

What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities in the cybersecurity domain where I can apply my skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, incident response, and security engineering. I am passionate about strengthening security postures, detecting and mitigating threats, and continuously learning to stay ahead of evolving cyber risks.

🚀 Penetration Tester | Ethical Hacker | Cybersecurity Professional 🔍

I am a Penetration Tester, specializing in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities to help organizations enhance their cybersecurity posture. I hold a B.Tech in Computer Science from VIT University (Class of 2023) and am Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certified, equipping me with strong expertise in ethical hacking, threat analysis, and security operations.

🔹 Key Skills & Expertise:
✔ Web & Mobile Application Security
✔ Network Penetration Testing
✔ Cloud Security (AWS, Azure)
✔ Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Tools
✔ Incident Response & Threat Hunting
✔ Security Compliance & Risk Assessment
✔ Digital Forensics & Malware Analysis

I am passionate about offensive and defensive security, continuously expanding my knowledge in SOC operations, security automation, and cloud security best practices. My goal is to contribute to building secure infrastructures while staying ahead of emerging cyber threats.

Open to networking and new opportunities in penetration testing, security operations, cloud security, and threat intelligence. Let’s work together to secure the digital world! 🔐

#CyberSecurity #PenetrationTesting #CloudSecurity #SIEM #ThreatHunting #InfoSec

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CO
Current

Penetration Tester

Confidential

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Experienced Penetration Tester conducting advanced security assessments on web and mobile applications, networks, and systems. Proficient in using tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Nmap to identify vulnerabilities and develop automated testing scripts in Python and Bash. Skilled in documenting findings and collaborating with teams to enhance security measures.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

VIT AP University logoVU

VIT AP University

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science

2019 - 2023

Grade: 8.97

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science, focusing on various aspects of computer science including software development, network security, and ethical hacking.

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