Ajay Chalawadi

Driven Ethical Hacker and OSINT Investigator with a proven track record in vulnerability research and digital footprint analysis. Acknowledged by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) for reporting high-impact security vulnerabilities. Adept at leveraging advanced reconnaissance techniques, Python automation, and industry-standard security environments to identify and mitigate digital threats.

Combines a strong foundation in software development with proactive bug bounty hunting to deliver comprehensive security assessments and actionable intelligence.

Independent Cybersecurity Researcher & OSINT Investigator - Self-Employed - Vijayapura, Karnataka

(2025-01)

• Discovered and reported high-impact security vulnerabilities to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), earning official PGP-signed acknowledgments.
• Conducted continuous web application vulnerability assessments for corporate bug bounty programs on HackerOne, Bugcrowd, and BugBase, identifying critical security gaps.
• Engineered rapid-response OSINT methodologies to trace mobile numbers and unmask cyber-scammers, enhancing the identification of fraudulent digital infrastructure.

Freelance Software Developer - Self-Employed - Vijayapura, Karnataka

(2026-01)

• Architected and developed a customized, full-stack billing and inventory management software solution for an agricultural business (Shresta Enterprises).
• Developed a scalable web platform functioning as a resort aggregator and travel logistics hub (StaySecure Dandeli Resorts), integrating complex commission structures and secure workflows.

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Programming - Vedant BCA & BCom College (2023-09)