Python
Pranav Rajendran
Mobile Application Pentester
Kolkata,WB
You have a right to perform your prescribed duties, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions.
Lord Krishna, Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2, Verse 47
Timeline
Cybersecurity Risk Associate - PwC India
10.2024 - Current
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras - Bachelor of Science, Data Science And Programming
01.2021 - 12.2024
Amrita School of Engineering - Bachelor of Technology, Electronics And Communication Engineering
10.2020 - 06.2024
Work History
Cybersecurity Risk Associate
PwC India
Kolkata, WB
10.2024 - Current
- 100+ Android security assessments under my belt including banking apps, e-commerce platforms, IoT controllers, and visitor management systems.
- Mobile pentesting for both Android and iOS with experience in Web VAPT.
- Made custom Magisk modules for Android Exploitation
- Conducted configuration assessments for OS, databases, and network infrastructure
- Developed security checklists for firewalls, switches, and routers.
- Skilled in JADX, APKTool, APKSigner for mobile app reverse engineering.
- Conducted research on emerging threats to enhance risk management strategies.
- Participated in incident response simulations to improve team readiness and efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Contributed to the development of training materials for cybersecurity awareness programs.
- Strengthened company''s cybersecurity posture by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing security controls.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Education
Bachelor of Science - Data Science And Programming
01.2021 - 12.2024
- CSR Scholarship Recipient
- Extracurricular Activities: Akord Music Producer, Executive Member and Performer
- Winner in Paradox Unwind - Battle of Bands (Jun 2024)
- Winner in Instrumentals - Paradox in Saavan'22
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Extracurricular Activities: Ragasudha Music Club - Keyboardist
Skills
Vulnerability assessment
Security awareness training
Social engineering
Application security
Mobile security
Android and iOS testing
Web application security
OS, Database and Network Devices Secure Configuration Review
Linux
Data science
Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Computer Networks
Team Management and Collaboration
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Communication and Management
Summary
Big4 Cybersecurity Associate specializing in Android and iOS offensive security with over 100 assessments delivered. Expert in mobile runtime manipulation (Frida), custom exploit development (Magisk), and reverse engineering (JADX). Combines a B.Tech in Electronics and B.Sc. in Data Science to execute rigorous, technically deep security audits and infrastructure reviews.
Software
BurpSuite
JADx
Magisk
Android Studio/Tools
Linux
Languages
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
Certification
- CEHv13 - Apr 2026
- AWS Academy Graduate - AWS Academy Introduction to Cloud
Interests
Arduino
N8N
Magisk Module Development
Linux and Open Source Contributions
Music Production
Indian Philosophy
Macro Economics
Tamil Linguistics, Poetry and Cultural History