Rhishikesh Munda Valappil

Armed with a Master's in Cyber Security from Anglia Ruskin University, recognized globally within the Bugcrowd community, my dedication to cybersecurity is underpinned by a successful record of identifying and mitigating over 400 vulnerabilities across numerous organizations. We fortified digital landscapes, contributing to a more secure cyber environment, and I am eager to apply this expertise to new challenges in the cybersecurity domain.

I have freelance experience in bug bounty hunting, where I identified and reported vulnerabilities for companies through platforms like Bugcrowd. This involved performing security assessments, conducting penetration tests, and providing detailed vulnerability reports. My work has enhanced the security posture of various organizations by uncovering critical issues such as cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and misconfigurations.

Through this experience, I’ve honed my skills in web application security, vulnerability analysis, and using tools like Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP. This practical exposure has strengthened my understanding of cybersecurity principles and real-world application security challenges.

I hold a Master’s degree in Cyber Security, where I gained in-depth knowledge of information security principles, risk management, and threat mitigation strategies. My coursework focused on areas such as network security, ethical hacking, and security governance. Additionally, I completed a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, providing a strong foundation in programming, algorithms, and software development.

This combination of education has equipped me with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the cybersecurity domain.