Top Talent like Ankit are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Ankit Thakur

DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer • Indore, MP, IN
Application Security
Penetration Testing
Network Security
OSINT
Cybersecurity frameworks
Database Security
Cybersecurity
Cryptography
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Senior Security Consultant with 4 years of experience in Cyber Security,Information Security,Penetration Testing,Security Testing,Web Application Secu
Accumulated nearly 4 years of dedicated service in the cybersecurity sector, focusing on the security testing of web and mobile applications. Spearheaded successful penetration testing engagements, resulting in a 25% reduction in security risks for clients. Implemented advanced security testing tools, leading to a 30% increase in overall network security. Streamlined security testing workflows, reducing test execution times by 15%. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing resources and project management to deploy cutting-edge security testing methodologies.

Projects

Cyber Vulnerability Assessment

We had a client with the requirement of network vulnerability testing and web and mobile application penetration testing. We performed the testing with 2 resources, including me leading the project, and concluded the project with 10 critical issues in the network, including some default passwords of admin panels, publicly accessible dashboards, etc., and 7–8 critical issues in the web and mobile, including some key vulnerabilities such as account takeovers, stored XSS, and some privilege escalations, and numerous medium and low issues. The project ended when the client fixed the critical and high issues with a retest and extended the timeline to fix the medium and low issues.See More

Work History

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Senior Security Consultant

Prescient Security LLCFull-time EmployeeNov 2023 - Aug 2024 • 10 mosResponsibilities: • Spearheaded successful penetration testing engagements, resulting in a 25% reduction in security risks for clients. • Identified security weaknesses in mobile applications, enhancing the protection of sensitive data. • Implemented advanced security testing tools, leading to a 30% increase in overall network security. • Conducted security testing of iOS applications to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. • Audited smart contracts for security flaws and collaborated with developers on mitigation strategies. • Conducted mobile API testing to enhance mobile application security. • Utilized automated scripts and manual techniques for attack surface mapping and vulnerability testing. • Acknowledged by leading organizations for outstanding contributions to web application security testing. • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation of security testing processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating knowledge transfer within the team. • Trained junior security consultants on advanced penetration testing techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team
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Senior Security Tester

9ine ConsultingFull-time EmployeeApr 2022 - Nov 2023 • 1 yr 8 mosResponsibilities: • Performed extensive penetration testing on client web applications, identifying and exploiting critical vulnerabilities, which led to improved system defenses. • Enhanced mobile application security by conducting thorough assessments and vulnerability exploitation on mobile APIs, resulting in improved data protection. • Managed complex security testing projects, ensuring successful delivery within timeframes and improving client security postures. • Conducted comprehensive threat modeling and risk analysis for web and mobile platforms, advising clients on mitigation and prevention strategies. • Streamlined security testing workflows, reducing test execution times by 15% and increasing overall productivity within the testing team.
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Cyber Security Analyst

Meme Chat Private LimitedFull-time EmployeeAug 2021 - Apr 2022 • 9 mosIdentified and resolved critical vulnerabilities in mobile applications, leading to significant improvements in the security of sensitive user data. Conducted thorough security testing of iOS applications, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to industry best practices for mobile application security. Led the execution of network security assessments, pinpointing vulnerabilities and providing targeted remediation solutions to enhance organizational security. Collaborated with development teams to ensure the application of secure coding practices, resulting in reduced exposure to common exploits. Developed and maintained security testing documentation and reports, ensuring clarity and actionable steps for developers and other stakeholders.

Education

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Rajiv Gandhi Technical University

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science And EngineeringJul 2017 - Jul 2021

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Senior Security Consultant with 4 years of experience in Cyber Security,Information Security,Penetration Testing,Security Testing,Web Application Secu
Accumulated nearly 4 years of dedicated service in the cybersecurity sector, focusing on the security testing of web and mobile applications. Spearheaded successful penetration testing engagements, resulting in a 25% reduction in security risks for clients. Implemented advanced security testing tools, leading to a 30% increase in overall network security. Streamlined security testing workflows, reducing test execution times by 15%. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing resources and project management to deploy cutting-edge security testing methodologies.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Ankit are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Ankit Thakur

DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer • Indore, MP, IN
Application Security
Penetration Testing
Network Security
OSINT
Cybersecurity frameworks
Database Security
Cybersecurity
Cryptography
Available for hire fromNegotiable

Projects

Cyber Vulnerability Assessment

We had a client with the requirement of network vulnerability testing and web and mobile application penetration testing. We performed the testing with 2 resources, including me leading the project, and concluded the project with 10 critical issues in the network, including some default passwords of admin panels, publicly accessible dashboards, etc., and 7–8 critical issues in the web and mobile, including some key vulnerabilities such as account takeovers, stored XSS, and some privilege escalations, and numerous medium and low issues. The project ended when the client fixed the critical and high issues with a retest and extended the timeline to fix the medium and low issues.

Work History

P

Senior Security Consultant

Prescient Security LLCFull-time EmployeeNov 2023 - Aug 2024 • 10 mosResponsibilities: • Spearheaded successful penetration testing engagements, resulting in a 25% reduction in security risks for clients. • Identified security weaknesses in mobile applications, enhancing the protection of sensitive data. • Implemented advanced security testing tools, leading to a 30% increase in overall network security. • Conducted security testing of iOS applications to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. • Audited smart contracts for security flaws and collaborated with developers on mitigation strategies. • Conducted mobile API testing to enhance mobile application security. • Utilized automated scripts and manual techniques for attack surface mapping and vulnerability testing. • Acknowledged by leading organizations for outstanding contributions to web application security testing. • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation of security testing processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating knowledge transfer within the team. • Trained junior security consultants on advanced penetration testing techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team
9

Senior Security Tester

9ine ConsultingFull-time EmployeeApr 2022 - Nov 2023 • 1 yr 8 mosResponsibilities: • Performed extensive penetration testing on client web applications, identifying and exploiting critical vulnerabilities, which led to improved system defenses. • Enhanced mobile application security by conducting thorough assessments and vulnerability exploitation on mobile APIs, resulting in improved data protection. • Managed complex security testing projects, ensuring successful delivery within timeframes and improving client security postures. • Conducted comprehensive threat modeling and risk analysis for web and mobile platforms, advising clients on mitigation and prevention strategies. • Streamlined security testing workflows, reducing test execution times by 15% and increasing overall productivity within the testing team.
M

Cyber Security Analyst

Meme Chat Private LimitedFull-time EmployeeAug 2021 - Apr 2022 • 9 mosIdentified and resolved critical vulnerabilities in mobile applications, leading to significant improvements in the security of sensitive user data. Conducted thorough security testing of iOS applications, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to industry best practices for mobile application security. Led the execution of network security assessments, pinpointing vulnerabilities and providing targeted remediation solutions to enhance organizational security. Collaborated with development teams to ensure the application of secure coding practices, resulting in reduced exposure to common exploits. Developed and maintained security testing documentation and reports, ensuring clarity and actionable steps for developers and other stakeholders.

Education

R

Rajiv Gandhi Technical University

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science And EngineeringJul 2017 - Jul 2021

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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