Varun Kanzar

About Varun Kanzar

I am a passionate and highly skilled cybersecurity professional with a deep commitment to the protection of digital assets and the ethical use of hacking techniques. My expertise spans both sides of the cybersecurity spectrum, making me a versatile asset to any organization.On the blue team side, I excel in areas such as digital forensics, incident response, and active directory security. I have an in-depth understanding of how to defend against cyber threats, ensuring that an organization\'s critical data remains secure. My proficiency in using tools like Splunk for SIEM, Fire eye Redline, Snort, Wireshark, and Nessus Vulnerability Scanner enables me to detect and respond to security incidents effectively.As an offensive pentester I possess the skills needed to simulate cyberattacks and uncover vulnerabilities in systems. My expertise extends to various domains, including web applications, network infrastructure, cloud environments and Active Directory pentesting.As an AWS Cloud Practitioner Certified professional, I possess an in-depth understanding of AWS cloud technologies, including cloud network and security practices. This expertise enables me to navigate and secure cloud environments effectively.In my toolkit, I have a range of tools and techniques to assess and fortify security measures. This includes knowledge of bypassing techniques for antivirus and firewall systems, which allows me to identify weaknesses in an organization\'s defenses.Understanding the OWASP top 10 vulnerabilities is second nature to me, and I am equally proficient in implementing the necessary defenses against them. I take a proactive approach to prevent security breaches, combining my offensive and defensive skills to strengthen an organization\'s cybersecurity posture. My passion for cybersecurity, combined with my extensive skills in blue team operations, offensive pentesting, digital forensics, and cloud security, make me a formidable asset in the fight against cyber threats

Experience

1. Vulnerability Assesment and Penetration Tester Vapt

   Tech Mahindra

   Oct 2024 — Present · Pune, IN

   Thrilled to work in the domain of Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Tester! In this new role, I’ll be tackling mobile application vulnerabilities, strengthening web applications, and enhancing network security.Bringing together my knowledge in penetration testing and security analysis, I’m ready to dive deeper into identifying and mitigating threats to deliver secure, resilient solutions for today’s digital landscape.Looking forward to the challenges ahead and collaborating with an incredible team at Tech Mahindra to make a meaningful impact in cybersecurity!

Education

• D. Y. Patil College of Engineering & Technology, KASABA BAWADA (DYPCET)

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

  2018 — 2022