Ranjan Kumar
About Ranjan Kumar
Ranjan Kumar is a Security Researcher with expertise in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. He currently works at Bugcrowd and Cognizant, holding certifications in eJPT, Microsoft Security Fundamentals, and IBM Security Intelligence Engineer.
Current Role at Bugcrowd
Ranjan Kumar serves as a Security Researcher at Bugcrowd, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities, contributing to the overall security posture of various applications. His work involves collaborating with other security professionals and leveraging crowdsourced security testing methodologies to enhance application security.
Experience at Cognizant
Ranjan Kumar currently holds two positions at Cognizant. He has been working as an Application Security Engineer since 2021, where he specializes in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. In 2023, he took on an additional role as an Associate in a hybrid work environment. His responsibilities include conducting Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) and Static Application Security Testing (SAST) to ensure the security of applications.
Internship at Foxmula
In 2020, Ranjan Kumar completed a one-month internship as a Security Analyst at Foxmula - The Smart Way. During this internship, he gained practical experience in security analysis, which laid the foundation for his career in cybersecurity.
Education and Certifications
Ranjan Kumar earned a Bachelor of Technology in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance from Chandigarh University, completing his studies from 2017 to 2021. He holds several certifications, including eJPT, Microsoft Security Fundamentals, and IBM Security Intelligence Engineer, which reflect his commitment to professional development in the field of security.
Background as Campus Ambassador
Ranjan Kumar worked as a Campus Ambassador for Coding Ninjas India from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he represented the organization on campus, promoting coding education and engaging with students to enhance their learning experiences.