Hi, I’m
Ashwin V
Security Engineer
Kottayam
Summary
Detail-oriented CEH certified Security Engineer with two years of experience. Experienced in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and identity and access management (IAM). Skilled in identifying security vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and implementing robust security protocols. Experienced in managing user identities, access privileges, and IAM tools such as SailPoint and Okta.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
Cognizant Technology SolutionsBengaluru
Security Engineer
9 2022 - Current
Job overview
- Experience in L1 and L2 team for Identity and Access Management(IAM) with hands-on in ServiceNow(SNOW) and JIRA.
- Implemented automation solutions using powershell, including bulk single account aggregation in SailPoint IdentityNow with a custom-made UI, bulk updates in SQL Server, resulting in client appreciation.
- Executed emergency automation using PowerShell scripting to modify 3000 user records for a client, ensuring rapid response and minimizing operational downtime while maintaining data accuracy and consistency.
- Implemented automated user provisioning workflows using SailPoint and Okta APIs, reducing manual effort by 50%.
- Managed Active Directory group operations with custom workflows, achieving 50% reduction in processing time.
- Implemented HashiCorp Vault API for secure identity and data access, ensuring adherence to security standards.
- Streamlined incident closure in ServiceNow using Jarvis automations and advanced regex patterns.
- Achieved a 7-hour efficiency gain for a team through integrated shell scripting, Python, and Jarvis workflows on IBM LDAP.
- Automated email assignments in Active Directory and SailPoint IdentityNow using Jarvis, reducing monthly task hours by 20.
- Analyzed and redesigned JDBC rule in SailPoint IdentityNow, originally implemented in Java-Beanshell, to identify and rectify business logic errors. Implemented new Java-based solution to optimize functionality and accuracy for client.
Cognizant Technologies SolutionsBengaluru
Programmer Analyst
02.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Hands-on experience with Okta Identity Cloud, gaining proficiency in user lifecycle management and access governance.
- Exposure to identity and access management best practices, security controls, and compliance requirements.
- Collaboration skills, working in team environment to support IAM initiatives and projects.
Self-employeed
Freelancer
02.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Detected critical security vulnerabilities such as XSS, SQL injection, and authentication flaws across diverse platforms.
- Submitted over 100 bugs/vulnerabilities as findings through responsible disclosure, earning recognition in multiple Hall of Fames and receiving bounties for reported vulnerabilities.
- Generated detailed reports and proof-of-concept demonstrations, contributing to enhanced system security and integrity.
HACK-X Security
Application Security Intern
11.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Successfully completed 15 real-life bug bounties and responsible disclosures.
- Developed tool combining web scraping and port scanning functionalities.
Education
SRM Institute of Science And TechnologyChennai, Tamil Nadu
Undergraduate(UG) from Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering
KE English Medium School, Mannanam
Higher Secondary (12th standard)
University Overview
- Percentage: 96%
- Subjects: PCMB
St Kuriakose Public School, Kottayam
High School (10th standard)
University Overview
GPA: 10
Skills
Active Directory
Sailpoint IdentityNow
Okta
C/C
Shell scripting
Jarvis Automation
ServiceNow
Jira
Linux
Ethical Hacking( CEHv11)
Bug Bounty Hunting
Android Penetration Testing
Web Application & API Penetration Testing
Certification
Getting started with Okta, 03/2023 - 03/2023, Udemy
Accomplishments
- Responsible Disclosure:
- Hall of Fame:
- Bug Bounty:
Reported and approved vulnerability disclosures of Elektra Labs, Inc, Cloudera, Inc, MyG Digital, Daimler AG (Mercedes-Benz), Airobotica Services Pvt Ltd, HealthUnlocked
Hall of fames on Electro Rent Corporation, MediaTek Inc. and Practo.com
https://www.electrorent.com/us/security-incident-disclosure-policy
https://corp.mediatek.com/it-security-acknowledgements
https://practo.github.io/secure-hof/
Bounty received from ClubCollect for reporting DOS related vulnerabilities.
Timeline
API Security Fundamentals from APIsec University
01-2024
Programmer Analyst
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
02.2022 - 08.2022
Freelancer
Self-employeed
02.2021 - 12.2021
Application Security Intern
HACK-X Security
11.2020 - 12.2020
Security Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
9 2022 - Current
SRM Institute of Science And Technology
Undergraduate(UG) from Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering
KE English Medium School, Mannanam
Higher Secondary (12th standard)
St Kuriakose Public School, Kottayam
High School (10th standard)