Product Application Security Engineer
Smart Energy WaterNov, 2023 - Present2 yr 4 months
Executing in-depth penetration testing on mobile and web applications, identifying security gaps and recommending corrective actions. Conducting API security assessments, focusing on vulnerabilities in authentication, data handling, and access controls to secure essential services. Directing network security evaluations, performing internal and external penetration tests to uncover misconfigurations and attack vectors. Simulating advanced cyber-attacks, including privilege escalation, SQL injection, and buffer overflows, to assess system resilience. Producing comprehensive vulnerability reports with actionable remediation steps, aligned with OWASP, NIST, and CIS standards. Presented findings, risks, and conclusions to management and relevant stakeholders to ensure informed decision-making. Assessed the potential impact of security breaches on business operations and user experience, aligning recommendations with business objectives. Analyzed vulnerabilities that could disrupt business functions if left unaddressed, emphasized the importance of timely remediation. Conducted training sessions for users to mitigate future security risks and enhance overall cybersecurity awareness.