Kaustubh Saraf

About Kaustubh Saraf

Cybersecurity Researcher | VAPT | Bug Bounty Hunter | Red Teaming | AI × SecurityI am a cybersecurity researcher driven by a simple mindset: break systems responsibly so they can be secured before real attackers exploit them.My journey in cybersecurity is deeply hands-on. I actively work on Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) across web applications, APIs, and mobile platforms, focusing on identifying real-world attack paths, misconfigurations, and logic flaws that often get missed by automated scanners. I enjoy going beyond surface-level vulnerabilities—understanding how systems are built, where trust boundaries fail, and how attackers think in real environments.I have practical exposure to offensive security, red teaming concepts, and SOC environments, where I’ve worked on attack simulation, log analysis, and detection evasion techniques to better understand both attacker and defender perspectives. This dual mindset helps me not only find vulnerabilities, but also provide clear, actionable remediation guidance that teams can actually implement.I am also an active bug bounty hunter, constantly sharpening my skills through hands-on testing, CTFs, and real-world security research. I strongly believe that consistency, curiosity, and disciplined practice matter far more than certificates alone—though I am steadily working toward advanced offensive security milestones.Beyond traditional security, I am deeply interested in the intersection of AI and cybersecurity—especially how automation, LLMs, and intelligent tooling can enhance vulnerability discovery, security testing workflows, and defensive monitoring. Career FocusVulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (Web, API, Mobile)Offensive Security & Red TeamingBug Bounty & Security ResearchSOC & Detection Engineering FundamentalsAI-driven Security Automation What I ValueReal-world impact over theoretical knowledgeClear documentation and responsible disclosureContinuous learning and skill compoundingEthical hacking with a defender’s mindsetI am always open to internships, security research collaborations, red teaming opportunities, and challenging cybersecurity projects where I can learn, contribute, and grow alongside skilled professionals.

Experience

1. Core Team Member

   The Hackers Meetup

   Jan 2024 — Present

Education

• G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering(GHRCE), Nagpur

  Computer science (Ai&ML)

• Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

  BS in Data Science and Applications