ATHARV CHAWAN
Mumbai
Summary
Aspiring Security Researcher with practical experience in web and API security testing, focusing on Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT). Background as a Front-End Developer with proficiency in React.js, Tailwind CSS, HTML, and CSS enhances understanding of application vulnerabilities. Engages in bug bounty programs and actively pursues further education in cybersecurity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Researcher
Independent
06.2025 - Current
- Executed web and API security testing on websites to identify vulnerabilities.
- Reported security vulnerabilities adhering to responsible disclosure guidelines.
- Conducted endpoint testing, access control checks, and input validation assessments.
Frontend Development Intern
Intern
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Created responsive web interfaces using React.js and Tailwind CSS for cross-device compatibility.
- Enhanced web performance by optimizing page load speed and frontend efficiency.
- Collaborated with backend developers and designers to integrate APIs and fulfill UI/UX requirements.
- Engaged in debugging and code reviews to elevate code quality and maintainability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Mumbai University
Mumbai, Maharashtra05.2026
Skills
- Chartjs and Reactjs
- Java and JavaScript
- HTML and CSS
- Debugging and troubleshooting
- GitHub version control
- Python programming
- Web security testing and vulnerability assessment
Projects
Plasma Vibes (Decentralized Meme Platform)
Duration: 01/11/24 – 30/12/24
- Developed a web platform allowing users to upload memes and vote using XPL tokens
- Implemented daily upload limits to restrict users to a maximum of three memes per day
- Designed a token-based voting system requiring 0.002 XPL per vote
- Ranked memes based on community voting to highlight top contributors
- Worked with authentication logic, transaction handling, and user validation
- Considered basic security aspects such as abuse prevention and access control
Live Project: https://plasma-vibes.vercel.app
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Portfolio Website
Duration: 01/05/24 – 15/06/24
- Built a personal portfolio website using React.js
- Applied Tailwind CSS to create a clean and responsive user interface
- Created reusable components for better maintainability
- Optimized frontend performance, improving page load time by around 30%
Timeline
Security Researcher
Independent
06.2025 - Current
Frontend Development Intern
Intern
07.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Mumbai University