About
Penetration tester with real-world experience identifying and exploiting critical vulnerabilities including RCEs. Skilled in web app testing using both manual techniques and industry tools. Strong knowledge of OWASP, NIST principles, and the Cyber Kill Chain model.
Skills & Expertise (23)
Work Experience
Information Security Intern (VAPT Team)
Codec Networks
Nov 2024 - Apr 2025
Assisted the security team in conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Executed testing with tools like Burp Suite, SQLmap, Acunetix, and Dirsearch. Reported and validated findings like authentication bypass, access control flaws, and web misconfigurations. Contributed to technical documentation and PoC development.
Information Security Engineer
Codec Networks
May 2025 - Present
Conducted web application penetration testing for government and enterprise clients. Discovered and exploited critical vulnerabilities including SQL Injection, XSS, IDOR, and Remote Code Execution (RCE). Provided comprehensive PoCs and detailed business impact analysis for each finding. Utilized tools like Burp Suite, Acunetix, SQLmap, Nmap, Metasploit, and custom scripts, with a strong emphasis on manual testing techniques for thorough vulnerability discovery. Delivered reports mapped to OWASP Top 10, CWE, and CVSS scoring systems. Performed revalidation testing and collaborated with developers to implement secure fixes.
GET (IT - Infra)
Rosmerta Technologies Ltd.
Feb 2024 - Jun 2024
Monitored Microsoft 365 logs to detect abnormal sign-in patterns. Designed network architecture diagrams and supported internal IT operations.
Cyber Security Student Intern
Benfen India Pvt. Ltd.
Aug 2022 - Sep 2022
Acquired foundational knowledge in cybersecurity principles and practices. Completed basic labs covering scanning, enumeration, and exploitation.
Education
B.tech in Computer Science & Engineering - Global Institute of Technology & Management (GITM)
2020 - 2024 · Afghanistan
Intermediate - Mahavir Mundeshwari S. S. School
2018 - 2020 · Afghanistan