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Wudassie Woldeamanuel

@wudassiewoldeamanuel

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Application Security Professional with expertise in network and system security.

Ethiopia

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters growth, encourages innovation, and values security in application development.

I am a highly skilled Application Security Professional with over 3 years of experience specializing in Application and API Security, Penetration Testing, and Reverse Engineering. My journey in the cybersecurity field has equipped me with a proven track record in vulnerability mitigation and reinforcing assets and system security across various sectors, including banks and fintechs.

Throughout my career, I have effectively assessed and reported vulnerabilities in commercial applications, utilizing both manual and automated tools such as Burpsuite, Metasploit, and Nessus. My commitment to ensuring the security of applications before their release has driven me to excel in both static and dynamic analysis methodologies. I am passionate about continuous learning and have completed several certifications, including Certified API Security Analyst (CASA) and IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Mobile Application and API Security Tester

Information and Network Security Agency

Sep 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 8 months)

Assessed and reported vulnerabilities in commercial and end-user APKs and API endpoints using various static and dynamic analysis tools and methodologies. Reaudited patched APKs and API endpoints to ensure all vulnerabilities were resolved and ready for release.

API Security Penetration Testing SAST DAST Metasploit Nessus Postman

Intern

Information and Network Security Agency

Apr 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 4 months)

Conducted vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and exploitation of government websites. Analyzed major cybersecurity standards, including COBIT and ISO 27000 series, for potential company implementation.

Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing Web Exploitation ISO 27000 Network Security Information Security Scripting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Addis Ababa Science and Technology University

BSc in Software Engineering, Software Engineering

Activities and societies: Final Year Project: AI-based Malaria Detection System.

Studied Software Engineering with a focus on Advanced Programming, Data Structure and Algorithms, Web Design, and Cybersecurity. Gained expertise in System Programming, Data Communications and Networking, and Database Architecture and Management.