aravind donikena
Application Security Engineer
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Results-driven Application Security Engineer with 4.2 years of hands-on experience in Web, Mobile, and API security assessment, vulnerability management, and penetration testing. Proficient in OWASP Top 10 methodologies, Secure SDLC implementation, and industry-standard security tools. Proven track record of identifying and remediating critical security vulnerabilities across enterprise clients including GE Healthcare and Grant Thornton.
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Technical Security Engineer
Uniport Computers
Jan 2022 - Apr 2026
Led end-to-end application security assessments for Web and Mobile platforms following Secure SDLC principles. Conducted penetration testing across all online digital web applications to identify and remediate vulnerabilities. Evaluated applications against OWASP Web Top 10 and industry security standards to ensure compliance before each release. Performed security checks across key domains: Input Validation, Authentication, Authorization, Configuration Management, Sensitive Data Exposure, and Session Management. Provided expert guidance to internal development teams on risk assessment, secure coding practices, and vulnerability remediation. Validated findings from external teams and third-party security groups; supported incident response investigations. Identified security gaps using both automated tools and manual testing techniques (SAST & DAST).
Technical Security Engineer
Grant Thornton
Jan 2022 - Apr 2026
Performed comprehensive security audit assessments across multiple application platforms for a leading global professional services firm. Assessed applications against OWASP Top 10 and emerging vulnerability frameworks to identify critical risk areas. Conducted security reviews covering Input Validation, Authentication, Authorization, Configuration Management, Sensitive Data Exposure, and Session Management. Verified and triaged false positives and identified false negatives to ensure accuracy of security reports. Collaborated with external teams and third-party security organizations to validate findings and support incident response activities.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Geetanjali College of Engineering and Technology
- 2020 · Afghanistan
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