Meenakshi S L

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

+91 xxxx xxxxx

[email protected]

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Timeline
Aug 2018 - Mar 2022
CTF Player
Team bi0s
Feb 2019 - Mar 2022
CTF Player
TeamShakti
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023
Product Security Engineer 2
VMware
Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India
Current Company
Dec 2023 - now
Product Security Engineer 2
Broadcom
About me
Security Engineer @Broadcom | TeamShakti and Team bi0s alumni | Cybersecurity enthusiast | Coffee-lover
Education
- Infant jesus central school
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  All india senior school secondary examination 95.6
  Physics (95%), Computer Science(96%),Mathematics(97%),English(95%),Chemistry(95%)
- Holy angels isc school
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  Indian certificate for secondary education 96.2%
  Science - 96% ; Social Studies - 97% ; English - 95% ; Malayalam - 95%
- Amrita vishwa vidyapeetham
  2018 - 2022
  Bachelor's degree computer engineering 9.73
  - 90% merit scholarship- Rank 6th in B.Tech CSE 2022
Experience
- Team bi0s
  Aug 2018 - Mar 2022
  Ctf player
  - Cryptanalyst: Led cryptanalysis efforts, strategically exploiting cryptographic vulnerabilities in CTF challenges.- Crypto Team Lead: Led cryptographic strategies for CTF competitions, mentoring team members.- InCTFj lead: Created and implemented challenges for CTF competitions and conferences.
- Teamshakti
  Feb 2019 - Mar 2022
  Ctf player
  - Conducted training sessions to empower students with advanced cryptographic skills.- Organized and spoke at Shakticon, a cybersecurity conference for women.- Contributed as an active CTF player, enhancing team performance in competitive environments.
- Vmware
  Jan 2022 - Dec 2023
  - Strengthened shift-left security with 50+ Semgrep rules for Go, improving code bug identification.- Contributed to SaaS baseline security testing of HCX and NSX. - Resolved security tickets for NSX-ALB, ensuring prompt vulnerability resolution.- Was part of the baseline security testing team for NSX-T, NSX-ALB, and Horizon, reinforcing robust security measures.- Received a performance bonus for authoring Semgrep rules and raising security bugs, demonstrating a proactive approach to enhancing security automation- Identified and addressed 40+ bugs, elevating the overall security posture of evaluated products. - Actively engaged in learning about VMware products and solutions.- Shadowed senior team members , gaining practical insights into real-world security challenges and solutions.- Applied theoretical knowledge to contribute to the implementation of robust security measures within the VMware environment.
  - Product Security Engineer 2
    Jul 2022 - Dec 2023
  - Product Security Engineer
    Jul 2022 - Jul 2023
  - Intern
    Jan 2022 - Aug 2022
- Broadcom
  Dec 2023 - now
  Product security engineer 2
  - Collaborating with the VCF Product team to enhance security measures.- Addressing security tickets, suggesting solutions for vulnerabilities.- Conducting baseline penetration tests for Broadcom products.
Licenses & Certifications
- Linux privilege escalation for beginners
  Tcm security
  Dec 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Meenakshi S L
  BlackHat Student Academic Briefing Pass BlackHat USA Mar 2020 Awarded the BlackHat Student Academic Briefing Pass, I was granted exclusive access to a premier cybersecurity platform. Engagements with industry thought leaders allowed for an immersive exploration of cutting-edge research, emerging threats, and best practices. This pass signifies a commitment to continuous learning, providing invaluable insights crucial for navigating the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity. Professional growth was catalyzed through this unique opportunity to stay ahead in a… Show more Awarded the BlackHat Student Academic Briefing Pass, I was granted exclusive access to a premier cybersecurity platform. Engagements with industry thought leaders allowed for an immersive exploration of cutting-edge research, emerging threats, and best practices. This pass signifies a commitment to continuous learning, providing invaluable insights crucial for navigating the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity. Professional growth was catalyzed through this unique opportunity to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field. Show less
Volunteer Experience
- Call Agent
  Issued by Kerala Flood Relief Helpline on Sept 2018
  Associated with Meenakshi S L
- Sessional Instructor
  Issued by Amrita Student Social Responsibility on Feb 2019
  Associated with Meenakshi S L