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KRISHNA THITE
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KRISHNA THITE

Pune

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Cyber Security EngineerCyber Crime InvestigatorJr. Cyber Forensics AnalystCyber Risk AnalystVulnerability Assessment and Penetration Tester

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-Site
Location: Pune, INPune, MH
Open to relocation: Yes

Minimum Desired Compensation

800000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceWork from home optionTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Dynamic Cyber Security Engineer with a proven track record, excelling in incident response and penetration testing. Spearheaded security operations, enhancing system integrity and compliance. Adept at fostering collaboration and promoting secure coding practices, driving significant improvements in risk management and vulnerability remediation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Cyber Security Engineer

Unique School App India
01.2025 - 01.2026
  • Acted as the primary cybersecurity authority for the organization, architecting and managing end-to-end security operations to protect core infrastructure, proprietary CMS platforms, and sensitive user data.
  • Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management: Executed comprehensive Web and API penetration testing (VAPT) across application environments, proactively identifying and remediating critical vulnerabilities before deployment.
  • Incident Response & Forensics: Led incident response lifecycle, executing rapid threat containment, root cause analysis, and digital forensics to mitigate risks and uphold system integrity.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Integrated security into software development lifecycle (DevSecOps) by collaborating with development and IT teams to promote secure coding practices and proactive risk mitigation.
  • Governance & Compliance: Established robust security policies and governance frameworks, ensuring systems complied with data protection regulations and aligned with industry best practices for educational software.
  • Vendor Risk Management: Evaluated third-party vendor security postures and integrated essential external security controls, including Web Application Firewalls (WAF), to fortify external perimeters.

VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT AND PENETRATION TESTER

Secvera Technologies
01.2023 - 01.2026
  • Acquired new clients and fostered a team culture of learning, ensuring collaboration and consistent delivery in a remote work environment.
  • Provided guidance to internal teams regarding the submission process for new ideas or inventions submitted by employees or external collaborators.
  • Engaged in industry events to build professional relationships and identify collaboration opportunities.
  • Auditioned for new bandmates to evaluate musical compatibility and collaboration potential.
  • Conducted vulnerability assessments with advanced tools and methodologies, directing a remote team focused on a centralized cybersecurity project.

Cyber Crime Investigator

Digital Task Force
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Conducted digital investigations on criminal cases to analyze and recover electronic evidence related to cyber crimes, including hacking, data breaches, and online fraud, enhancing collaboration with Central Police Force.
  • Directed specialized team of forensic analysts by coordinating workflows, reviewing technical reports, and enforcing chain-of-custody protocols for rapid, court-admissible case resolutions.
  • Executed daily operational tasks with precision to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Jr. Cyber Forensics Analyst

Cybermate Cyberforensics
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Executed live data acquisitions and secured critical electronic evidence during on-site income tax raids, supporting active field investigations.
  • Conducted digital forensics assessments using industry-standard tools and techniques.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on forensic investigations and evidence gathering.
  • Analyzed cybercrime data to identify trends and patterns in incidents.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Application -

Manipal University
Jaipur
01-2026

Diploma In Forensic Science and Criminal Law -

St. Xavier's College
Mumbai
01-2025

High School -

Fergusson College
Pune
01-2023

Junior School -

SNBP International School
Pune
01-2021

Skills

  • Incident response
  • Penetration testing
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Threat modeling
  • Digital forensics
  • Risk analysis
  • Security architecture
  • Cybersecurity management
  • Secure coding practices

Certification

  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • CHFI (Computer Hacking Forensics Professional) (Training)
  • DFE (Digital Forensics Essentials)
  • Infosys Certified Incident Responder
  • Criminology and Police Administration by Rashtriya Raksha University, Gandhinagar Gujarat
  • Website Application Penetration Testing by zSecurity

Organizations And Affiliations

  • Pune Chapter Lead, TheHackers Meetup, Direct the local Pune chapter of this prominent cybersecurity community, organizing technical events.
  • Senior Volunteer, Jnana Prabodhini (Gyan Setu Project), Serve as a core volunteer for this Pune-based NGO.

Invited Talks And Mentorship

  • Guest Lecturer & Workshop Facilitator, Delivered hands-on cybersecurity workshops and practical training sessions at prominent educational institutions, including MIT Pune and Garware College Pune. Focused on bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world applications in ethical hacking, digital forensics, and proactive defense.
  • Official Cyber Mentor (EC-Council), Actively mentor and guide aspiring cybersecurity professionals globally through the EC-Council platform.
  • Conference Speaker & Technical Presenter, Delivered advanced technical talks on critical vulnerability exploitation and mitigation strategies at prominent cybersecurity events, including Security Boat, The Hackers Meetup, and miniOrange Identity Shield.

Timeline

Cyber Security Engineer

Unique School App India
01.2025 - 01.2026

Cyber Crime Investigator

Digital Task Force
01.2024 - 12.2024

VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT AND PENETRATION TESTER

Secvera Technologies
01.2023 - 01.2026

Jr. Cyber Forensics Analyst

Cybermate Cyberforensics
01.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Computer Application -

Manipal University

Diploma In Forensic Science and Criminal Law -

St. Xavier's College

High School -

Fergusson College

Junior School -

SNBP International School

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