Himanshu Saraswat
About Himanshu Saraswat
Himanshu Saraswat is a seasoned Security Researcher with extensive experience in application security and vulnerability management. He has trained over 200 students and currently holds multiple roles in various cybersecurity firms, showcasing his expertise in web application security testing and programming.
Work at Bugcrowd
Himanshu Saraswat has been employed at Bugcrowd as a Security Researcher since 2020. Over the course of four years, he has contributed to various security initiatives and projects within the organization. His role involves identifying vulnerabilities and providing solutions to enhance security measures.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his position at Bugcrowd, Himanshu currently works at multiple organizations. He serves as a Security Researcher at HackerOne since 2020 and has been a Security Researcher at Bugv since 2021. He also holds a position as a Red Team Member at Pentabug since 2022 and works as an Associate Consultant at Aujas Cybersecurity since 2022. His diverse roles reflect his expertise in application security and vulnerability management.
Education and Expertise
Himanshu holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Rajiv Academy for Technology and Management, where he studied from 2017 to 2020. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Computer Applications from Sanskriti University from 2021 to 2023. His academic background supports his in-depth expertise in vulnerability management tools and security principles.
Background in Cybersecurity
Before his current roles, Himanshu worked as a Security Analyst at Craw Cyber Security Pvt Ltd in Delhi from 2020 to 2021. His experience spans various aspects of cybersecurity, including web application security testing and mobile security assessments for both Android and iOS platforms. He is recognized in the Google Hall of Fame for his contributions to the field.
Technical Skills and Tools
Himanshu possesses strong programming and scripting skills in languages such as C, C++, Python, JavaScript, Bash Scripting, and PowerShell. He is experienced with industry-standard tools including Burpsuite, Metasploit, and OWASP Zap. His knowledge extends to security principles, network security architecture, and the latest security trends, including the MITRE Attack framework.