Prakash Thangavelu
About Prakash Thangavelu
Prakash Thangavelu is an Engineering Manager at Bosch Global Software Technologies, specializing in cyber security. He holds multiple certifications, including Certified Ethical Hacker and Certified Application Tester from MIT, and has extensive experience in software engineering and testing across various roles and companies.
Work at Bosch Global Software Technologies
Prakash Thangavelu has been serving as the Engineering Manager at the Cyber Security Centre of Bosch Global Software Technologies since 2019. His role involves overseeing various cybersecurity initiatives and managing engineering teams to enhance security measures. Prior to this position, he worked as a Technical Architect in the same Cyber Security Centre from 2015 to 2019, where he contributed to the development and implementation of security protocols.
Education and Expertise
Prakash Thangavelu earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Kumaraguru College of Technology, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. He has further enhanced his qualifications with certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Application Tester from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Additionally, he holds certifications from the Information Systems Examination Board (ISEB) and in HP0-M46 (HP ALM), as well as IBM Rational Robot.
Professional Background
Prakash Thangavelu has a diverse professional background in software engineering and cybersecurity. He began his career at Accenture Technology Solutions, where he held various roles from 2006 to 2010, including Associate Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, and Software Engineer. He then transitioned to Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions as a Test Manager from 2012 to 2014 in Stuttgart, Germany, before returning to Bosch Global Software Technologies.
Certifications and Specializations
Prakash Thangavelu holds multiple professional certifications that reflect his expertise in cybersecurity and software testing. He is a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and has received certification from the Information Systems Examination Board (ISEB). His technical skills are further validated by certifications in HP0-M46 (HP ALM) and IBM Rational Robot, showcasing his proficiency in application testing and quality assurance.
Early Education
Prakash Thangavelu completed his early education at Christian Matriculation Higher Secondary School, where he studied from 1987 to 2001. This foundational education provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge that he later applied in his engineering studies and professional career.