Amiya Behera
About Amiya Behera
Amiya Behera is a Senior Analyst in Information Security with a focus on cybersecurity innovation and vulnerability resolution. He has extensive experience in the field, having worked for multiple organizations and currently contributing to the OWASP Bhubaneswar chapter.
Work at Confidential
Amiya Behera serves as a Senior Analyst in Information Security at Confidential, a position held since 2022. In this role, Behera contributes to the field of cybersecurity by implementing innovative approaches and solutions. The work is conducted remotely, allowing for flexibility while addressing security challenges. Behera's responsibilities include actively participating in bug hunting, where skills in identifying and resolving security vulnerabilities are showcased.
Education and Expertise
Amiya Behera obtained a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Computer Science from Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha, completing the program from 2011 to 2015. This educational background provides a strong foundation in technical skills relevant to the field of information security. Behera possesses strong skills in object-oriented programming languages, which enhance the development of cybersecurity solutions.
Background in Information Security
Prior to the current role, Amiya Behera worked at Yatra Online Pvt Ltd, initially as a Security Analyst from 2021 to 2022, and then as a Senior Security Analyst for 8 months in 2022. Behera also held the position of Information Security Analyst at Defencely from 2018 to 2021. Earlier experience includes a trainee role at Global Tech Promoters from 2017 to 2018. This diverse background in various roles within information security has contributed to Behera's expertise in the field.
Leadership in Cybersecurity Community
Amiya Behera leads the OWASP Bhubaneswar chapter, which plays a significant role in contributing to the local cybersecurity community. This leadership position involves engaging with peers and promoting best practices in cybersecurity, further enhancing the knowledge and skills of local professionals in the field.
Current Role at Pentabug
In addition to the position at Confidential, Amiya Behera is also part of Pentabug as a member of the Red Team since 2022. This role involves offensive security practices, focusing on identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing the security posture of systems. The experience gained in this position complements Behera's overall expertise in cybersecurity.