Sunny Kathuria

DevOps Engineer

Gurugram, Haryana, India6 yrs 9 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Proven track record in penetration testing.
Expertise in automating security assessments.
Mentored multiple individuals into successful careers.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity professional specializing in penetration testing and application security.

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Skills

Core Skills

Penetration TestingApplication SecurityNetwork Security

Other Skills

AutomationWeb Application TestingAPI TestingPython (Programming Language)PythonMicrosoft OfficeLeadershipTeamworkNetworkingVulnerability AssessmentBurp SuiteNmapLinuxProgramming

About

I am a dedicated cybersecurity professional with a passion for offensive security and building robust defenses from the inside out. My career began with a strong foundation in network security and evolved into specialized roles in penetration testing, where I've had the opportunity to work on complex systems for global organizations. I specialize in performing comprehensive penetration testing across a wide range of technologies, including Web Applications, APIs, and cutting-edge GenAI/LLM systems. My approach is to not only identify vulnerabilities but to also provide actionable insights for remediation. I have a proven track record of using automation to increase team efficiency, which has allowed us to accelerate security assessments and report delivery. My commitment to the field is demonstrated through my hands-on work in ethical hacking and my recognized achievements, including multiple global CTF rankings. I've had the privilege of helping new members onboard to my team and guiding multiple individuals in successfully transitioning their careers into penetration testing. They are all currently thriving in their new roles, which is a testament to the comprehensive training and mentorship I provide. I am actively seeking new opportunities in Penetration Testing and Application Security where I can leverage my expertise to help organizations stay ahead of emerging threats. Please connect with me to discuss how my skills can contribute to your team's success.

Experience

6 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 3 mos

Average Tenure

4 yrs 8 mos

Current Experience

Ibm

3 roles

X-Force Red Penetration Tester

Promoted

Oct 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

Identified and reported numerous critical vulnerabilities through comprehensive WebApp and API penetration testing, proactively securing client digital assets and preventing potential data breaches.
Engineered an internal automation tool for penetration test report writing, which reduced manual effort and accelerated the delivery of client-facing reports by an estimated 20-30%.
Mentored and trained couple of new team members, accelerating their project readiness and significantly enhancing overall team capacity for penetration testing engagements.

Application SecurityPenetration Testing

Security Analyst

Aug 2021 – Sep 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

Worked on Network Security Tools like Firewalls, Proxies etc.
Mentored a cohort of six interns, providing hands-on training and guidance in network security and automation tool development.
Developed a Python-based automation tool to generate health check reports for Bluecoat Proxy and Cisco ASA Firewall, improving operational oversight.

Python (Programming Language)Network Security

Security Analyst Intern

Feb 2021 – Jul 2021 · 5 mos

Python (Programming Language)

Ciies student club, dit university, dehradun

President

Oct 2020 – May 2021 · 7 mos · Dehradun, Uttaranchal

Gurugram police cyber security summer internship 2020

Cyber Security Intern

Jun 2020 – Jul 2020 · 1 mo · Gurgaon, Haryana, India

This internship is under the guidance of Mr. Rakshit Tandon.

Python (Programming Language)

Aiesec in dehradun

3 roles

Core Committee Vice President- World's Largest Lesson

May 2019 – Aug 2019 · 3 mos · Dehradun

World's Largest Lesson aims to make awareness among school students about Sustainable Development Goals.
In Dehradun, we collaborated with five schools to impact near about 800-900 students of class 6th to 9th.

Marketing Team Member- Global Village

Jul 2018 – Aug 2018 · 1 mo · Dehradun

Global Village encourages social sustainability, world awareness, and cultural understanding. People showcased their nations through singing, dancing, food, customs, costumes, music and traditions.
Our team was able to deliver this event in Dehradun's biggest mall Pacific Mall with having crowd of 5000 people.