
BalKrishna Giri
Penetration Testing Intern

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About me
MSc. Tech in Information Security || MERN stack developer || software engineer || cybersecurity enthusiast || EC-COUNCIL certified ethical hacker (practical) || Forex Trader
Education

St. mary's high school
2015 - 2016SSC SSC distinctionActivities and Societies: Red House Captain, TATA group essay competition winner Schooling completed from St Mary's School
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Thakur College of Engineering & Technology Shaymnarayan Thakur Marg Thakur Villaige Samata Nagar Kandivli (E) Mumbai 400 101
2019 - 2023Bachelor of Engineering - BE Telecommunications Engineering 8.34Activities and Societies: Rotaract Member, Multicon Participant "Passionate and innovative engineering graduate from Thakur College of Engineering and Technology, specializing in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering. Dedicated to solving complex problems, I bring a strong foundation in engineering principles, practical skills, and a drive for continuous learning. Eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects and collaborate with industry professionals. Let's connect and explore opportunities together!"

Tampere University
2024 - 2026Master of Technology - MTech Information security
Ismail Yusuf College - India
2016 - 2018Science Electronics First classActivities and Societies: Electronics "Highly motivated and inquisitive high school graduate from Ismail Yusuf College, specializing in the science domain with a focus on Electronics through a bifocal program. Equipped with a strong foundation in science and a passion for electronics, I'm eager to embark on a journey of knowledge and innovation. Looking forward to exploring opportunities that align with my academic interests and career aspirations. Let's connect and share our experiences!"
Experience

Virtually Testing Foundation
Oct 2021 - Mar 2022Penetration Testing Intern👨💻 My Internship Highlights:🔹 Week 1 - Injection Attacks: I honed my expertise in identifying and mitigating injection vulnerabilities, fortifying web applications against these insidious threats.🔹 Week 2 - Broken Authentication: Understanding the importance of secure authentication, I delved into strategies to prevent unauthorized access and bolster user authentication systems.🔹 Week 3 - Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): I learned the intricacies of XSS attacks and countermeasures to ensure web applications remain immune to client-side script injections.🔹 Week 4 - Insecure Deserialization: I explored the world of deserialization vulnerabilities, mastering techniques to secure data processing and storage.🔹 Week 5 - Security Misconfiguration: I developed a keen eye for identifying and rectifying security misconfigurations, ensuring systems are locked down and well-protected.🔹 Week 6 - XML External Entity (XXE) Attacks: My knowledge expanded into XML-based attacks, along with methods to prevent XXE threats from compromising data integrity.🔹 Week 7 - Broken Access Control: I delved into access control issues, implementing robust access management strategies to safeguard sensitive resources.🔹 Week 8 - Security Logging & Monitoring: I explored the realm of real-time security monitoring, enabling rapid detection and response to potential threats.🔹 Week 9 - Insecure Dependencies: I strengthened my understanding of dependency management, ensuring that third-party components do not introduce vulnerabilities.🔹 Week 10 - Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF): I mastered CSRF prevention techniques, safeguarding applications from forged requests.💡 This internship has provided me with a strong foundation in cybersecurity, empowering me to contribute to building resilient and secure digital ecosystems.🚀 I'm eager to apply my newfound knowledge and skills in cybersecurity domain #Cybersecurity #OWASPTop10 #InfoSec #InternshipExperience #SecurityEnthusiast Show less

LTIMindtree
Feb 2023 - Apr 2023Intern🌟 Over 8 intensive weeks at LTI MindTree, I embarked on a journey of tech exploration, immersing myself in a diverse array of cutting-edge technologies. From front-end web development to cloud computing and database management, this internship has been an incredible learning experience.🌐 Web Development Stack:HTML, CSS, JS: I honed my skills in crafting engaging and responsive web interfaces, ensuring seamless user experiences through HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Angular: I dived deep into the world of Angular, mastering the art of building dynamic and robust web applications.☁️ Cloud Computing:I delved into the realm of cloud computing, gaining hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. I learned to deploy and manage applications in the cloud, harnessing the power of scalable and reliable infrastructure.📊 Database Management:MongoDB: I explored NoSQL databases, focusing on MongoDB, to efficiently store and retrieve data for modern applications.JDBC: I gained proficiency in Java Database Connectivity, enabling seamless interaction between Java applications and relational databases.🛠️ Key Internship Achievements:Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver responsive web applications that met client requirements.Assisted in the migration of on-premises applications to the cloud, optimizing performance and scalability.Contributed to database design and maintenance, ensuring data integrity and high availability.Developed and maintained documentation for projects, facilitating knowledge sharing within the organization.📈 Future-Ready Skills:This internship at LTI MindTree has equipped me with a versatile skill set, empowering me to tackle real-world tech challenges head-on. I'm excited to leverage my newfound expertise in HTML, CSS, JS, Angular, cloud computing, MongoDB, and JDBC to drive innovation and digital transformation. Show less

Newfold Digital
Mar 2024 - Aug 2024Analyst Abuse mitigation and compliance associate
Licenses & Certifications
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Cybersecurity Roles, Processes & Operating System Security
CourseraJun 2022 - View certificate

Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyber Attacks
CourseraJan 2022 - View certificate

Python Data Structures
CourseraMay 2020 - View certificate

Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python
CourseraSept 2020 - View certificate

Using Databases with Python
CourseraJul 2020 - View certificate

Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration
CourseraJun 2022 - View certificate
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Certified Network Security Specialist
ICSI (International CyberSecurity Institute), UKJan 2022 - View certificate

Using Python to Access Web Data
CourseraJun 2020 - View certificate

Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)
CourseraApr 2020 - View certificate

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
EC-CouncilJun 2023
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