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Monika Chahar

Monika Chahar

Security Specialist & Penetration Tester

Slovakia 85 · Excellent

About

Slovak-born professional with a background spanning cybersecurity, network engineering, and virtual assistance. Analytical and detail-oriented with strong communication skills across multiple languages. Genuinely driven by curiosity and a desire to do good — for people, animals, and the environment. Currently travelling between India and Slovakia.

Skills & Expertise (32)

Burp Suite Advanced
8.6/10
5
Years Exp
Python scripting & automation Advanced
8.5/10
5
Years Exp
Web & API Security Advanced
8.3/10
3
Years Exp
Penetration Testing Advanced
8.3/10
3
Years Exp
Network Infrastructure Advanced
8.2/10
5
Years Exp
Vulnerability Assessment Advanced
8.1/10
3
Years Exp
Mobile Security Advanced
8.1/10
3
Years Exp
python scripting Intermediate
7.5/10
2
Years Exp
Canva E-commerce SEO Wordpress Social Media Management Video shooting & editing Active Directory Infrastructure testing Google Workspace Microsoft Office Community Engagement Translation content creation Structured Reporting Empathy Adaptability Analytical Thinking fast learner Curiosity LINUX SQLmap Nmap Nessus Routing Protocols

Work Experience

Network Administrator

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia

May 2019 - Apr 2021

Managed day-to-day operations of enterprise network infrastructure. Used Python scripting to automate repetitive network tasks. Participated in large-scale AAA server infrastructure migration. Documented operational processes and best practices for the team

Telesales Representative

Call Centre — Telecommunications

January 2018 - June 2018

Career Break

Self-directed

April 2024 - Present

Personal sabbatical to address family and health matters; used the time to volunteer with Isha Foundation, support friends with various projects, and actively learn new skills across content creation, social media, SEO, WordPress, e-commerce, and digital tools.

Security Specialist & Penetration Tester

Unicorn Systems a.s

Apr 2021 - Apr 2024

Conducted security assessments of web applications, APIs, and mobile applications. Led small to mid-size projects end-to-end: scoping, testing, reporting, and client communication. Participated in internal and external infrastructure penetration tests. Conducted assessments of thick client and core business applications. Led internal vulnerability monitoring service — tracked newly disclosed vulnerabilities and delivered structured risk briefings to clients. Mentored and guided junior colleagues on projects, supporting their development hands-on. Used scripting to support and automate testing workflows

Professional Equestrian & Farm Worker

Various farms — Slovakia, Netherlands, Austria

2010 - 2018

Education

Information Technology Studies (DiS.) — Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia — Dual Education

2018 - 2021 · Slovakia

Agricultural Business & Equestrian Studies — Secondary School Šaľa

2014 - 2017 · Slovakia

Certifications

eMAPT

INE Security · 2022

The eMAPT exam evaluates a candidate’s ability to assess and exploit mobile applications across a variety of security domains. Link to verified certification: https://verified.elearnsecurity.com/certificates/a5af199c-0483-464d-87d7-3eca87c80f2a

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Profile Score Breakdown

📷 Photo 10/10
📄 Resume 10/10
💼 Job Title 10/10
✍️ Bio 10/10
🛠️ Skills 20/20
🎓 Education 10/10
⏱️ Experience 5/15
💰 Rate 0/5
🏆 Certs 5/5
Verified 5/5
Total Score 85/100

Profile Overview

Member sinceMar 2026

Availability Details

Relocation

Depends on Offer