Ankit Thakur

About

Accumulated nearly 4 years of dedicated service in the cybersecurity sector, focusing on the security testing of web and mobile applications. Spearheaded successful penetration testing engagements, resulting in a 25% reduction in security risks for clients. Implemented advanced security testing tools, leading to a 30% increase in overall network security. Streamlined security testing workflows, reducing test execution times by 15%. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing resources and project management to deploy cutting-edge security testing methodologies.

Experience

• Senior Security Consultant · Prescient Security LLC11-01-2023 – 08-01-2024

  Responsibilities: • Spearheaded successful penetration testing engagements, resulting in a 25% reduction in security risks for clients. • Identified security weaknesses in mobile applications, enhancing the protection of sensitive data. • Implemented advanced security testing tools, leading to a 30% increase in overall network security. • Conducted security testing of iOS applications to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. • Audited smart contracts for security flaws and collaborated with developers on mitigation strategies. • Conducted mobile API testing to enhance mobile application security. • Utilized automated scripts and manual techniques for attack surface mapping and vulnerability testing. • Acknowledged by leading organizations for outstanding contributions to web application security testing. • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation of security testing processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating knowledge transfer within the team. • Trained junior security consultants on advanced penetration testing techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team

• Senior Security Tester · 9ine Consulting04-01-2022 – 11-01-2023

  Responsibilities: • Performed extensive penetration testing on client web applications, identifying and exploiting critical vulnerabilities, which led to improved system defenses. • Enhanced mobile application security by conducting thorough assessments and vulnerability exploitation on mobile APIs, resulting in improved data protection. • Managed complex security testing projects, ensuring successful delivery within timeframes and improving client security postures. • Conducted comprehensive threat modeling and risk analysis for web and mobile platforms, advising clients on mitigation and prevention strategies. • Streamlined security testing workflows, reducing test execution times by 15% and increasing overall productivity within the testing team.

• Cyber Security Analyst · Meme Chat Private Limited08-01-2021 – 04-01-2022

  Identified and resolved critical vulnerabilities in mobile applications, leading to significant improvements in the security of sensitive user data. Conducted thorough security testing of iOS applications, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to industry best practices for mobile application security. Led the execution of network security assessments, pinpointing vulnerabilities and providing targeted remediation solutions to enhance organizational security. Collaborated with development teams to ensure the application of secure coding practices, resulting in reduced exposure to common exploits. Developed and maintained security testing documentation and reports, ensuring clarity and actionable steps for developers and other stakeholders.

Education

• Rajiv Gandhi Technical UniversityBachelor of Technology, Computer Science And Engineering

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