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Shashi Kumar Sah

Bengaluru

Summary

Results-driven Software Engineer with 3.5 years of experience, including 2+ years specializing in malware and abuse detection in Android. Skilled in static/dynamic analysis using open-source tools, and experienced in shaping security policies that impact billions. Focused on building secure, impactful solutions through creativity and smart tooling.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer

Cognizant Technology Solutions
09.2021 - Current


Project: Google play protect/ Security Analyst


  • Conducted static and dynamic code analysis to detect and categorize malware in Android applications, providing actionable insights for secure application development and proactive threat mitigation.
  • Analyzed and classified malware in Android applications by identifying threats, commonalities, and vulnerabilities.
  • Utilized advanced cybersecurity tools such as Burp Suite, Frida, Medusa, and Android emulators to bypass proxies and uncover security flaws in Android applications.
  • Resolved critical bugs escalated by L0 agents and performed rigorous Quality Checks (QC) to uphold application security standards.
  • Clearly documented and communicated research findings to internal teams and stakeholders, making complex issues easier to understand and act on.
  • Took part in deep-dive technical investigations, contributing ideas and countermeasures to stay ahead of evolving threats.
  • Utilized a range of reverse engineering tools to analyze software behavior, directly boosting threat detection rates and strengthening overall security protocols.

Education

Computer Science and Engineering

B.P. Poddar Institute of Management & Technology
Kolkata, West Bengal
07.2021

Skills

  • Comfortable coding in Python and Java, with a focus on building and securing Android applications
  • Hands-on experience with security tools like Burp Suite, Jadx, Frida
  • Well-versed in reverse engineering techniques, including static and dynamic analysis, disassembly, and decompiling
  • Experienced in working with the Android operating system, both from a development and security research perspective
  • Skilled in debugging complex issues and performing vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats

Timeline

Software Engineer

Cognizant Technology Solutions
09.2021 - Current

Computer Science and Engineering

B.P. Poddar Institute of Management & Technology
Shashi Kumar Sah