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Hareesh Kumar Kasi

@hareeshkumarkasi

Experienced penetration tester with a focus on security vulnerabilities.

India
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to further develop my skills in cybersecurity while contributing to a team focused on innovative security solutions.

As a dedicated penetration tester with over a year of experience, I specialize in identifying and exploiting system vulnerabilities to enhance security measures. My expertise lies in advanced penetration testing techniques, where I uncover hidden threats and provide strategic recommendations for improved protection. I am well-versed in ethical hacking methodologies and cybersecurity best practices, ensuring the implementation of robust defense mechanisms.

During my tenure at Cognizant Technology Solutions, I conducted comprehensive security assessments based on OWASP standards for both internal and external applications. My role involved performing tool-based security assessments, followed by meticulous manual validation of findings to eliminate false positives. I utilized tools such as OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, and Nmap to scan applications for web vulnerabilities, documenting all testing methods and results, including impact, remediation, and recommendations for identified vulnerabilities.

I am passionate about creating secure coding guidelines and procedures to assist development teams in writing more secure code. My collaborative approach includes working closely with developers to patch vulnerabilities and enhance overall application security.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Penetration Tester

Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd

Jun 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Conducted security assessments on internal and external applications based on OWASP standards. Utilized various tools for vulnerability scanning and provided detailed reports on findings, including remediation strategies. Assisted development teams in implementing secure coding practices.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering logoSE

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering

Master of Computer Applications, Computer Applications

2019 - 2022

Completed a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) focusing on advanced topics in computer science, including cybersecurity and penetration testing methodologies.

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Educational Service Society

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2016 - 2019

Pursued a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on network protection strategies and foundational computer science principles.

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Software and tools used professionally

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