AMIT KUMAR MOHANTY
Kolkata
Summary
Cybersecurity analyst with extensive experience in application security, including over 5 years in vulnerability assessment and secure application review for web, mobile, and API environments. Expertise in OWASP Top 10 API security and effective vulnerability management, with a solid background in security assessments and risk remediation. Well-versed in cloud security fundamentals and secure development practices—strong team player, collaborating with engineering and product teams to strengthen security frameworks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Assessment Engineering
OpenText Corporation ( Formerly Micro Focus)
Bangalore, India
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted security assessments of web applications, APIs, and multi-tier systems to identify vulnerabilities and improve security posture.
- Performed vulnerability scanning using AppScan and Fortify to identify and prioritise security risks.
- Reduced false positives in vulnerability findings through manual validation and analysis.
- Validated vulnerabilities using Burp Suite and classified findings based on the OWASP Top 10.
- Reviewed API security, including authentication, authorisation, and data protection mechanisms.
- Assisted in the implementation of security controls across applications and platforms.
- Executed basic risk analysis and supported technical security reviews for application components.
- Evaluated data protection mechanisms and access management controls in application environments.
- Documented significant findings and tracked risks to ensure successful remediation efforts.
- Improved vulnerability remediation efficiency through detailed reporting and coordination with development teams.
Security Delivery Analyst
Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore, India
08.2020 - 03.2023
- Conducted security testing for web and mobile applications to identify vulnerabilities and security gaps.
- Performed vulnerability assessments using Fortify, Qualys, and AppScan.
- Evaluated authentication, access control, and basic security configurations.
- Documented findings, and supported risk tracking and remediation processes.
- Collaborated with development, QA, and cloud teams to resolve identified vulnerabilities.
- Assisted in improving application security through secure coding and configuration practices.
Education
B.Tech - Electronics and Electrical Engineering
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
Bhubaneshwar, IN-OD01-2020
Skills
Application Security: Web, API, Mobile Security
Tools: AppScan, Fortify, Burp Suite, Qualys, Postman
Concepts: OWASP Top 10, Vulnerability Assessment, Risk Management
Cloud & IAM: AWS Fundamentals, Azure Basics, IAM
Other: SDLC Security, CI/CD Basics, Technical Documentation
Certification
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), 2021
- Microsoft Azure AZ-900 (Cloud Fundamentals), 2021
TRAINING
- CPENT ( Certified Penetration Tester) - Ongoing
- AWS Security Speciality - Ongoing
- Red Hat Linux Training
- Cisco Routing & Switching
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Bengali
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Security Assessment Engineering
OpenText Corporation ( Formerly Micro Focus)
03.2023 - Current
Security Delivery Analyst
Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
08.2020 - 03.2023
B.Tech - Electronics and Electrical Engineering
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology