Rahul Kathuria
About Rahul Kathuria
Rahul Kathuria is a Senior Associate at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs, specializing in cybersecurity and software development. He has a strong background in information security, having worked with various companies, and is recognized for his skills in pentesting and bug bounty programs.
Work at Deutsche Telekom
Rahul Kathuria is currently employed as a Senior Associate at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs, having joined the company in 2024. He works in a hybrid model from Gurugram, Haryana, India. His role involves contributing to various projects within the digital labs, focusing on innovative solutions in telecommunications.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to his current position, Rahul worked as an Information Security Consultant at Grant Thornton Bharat LLP from 2023 to 2024. He also held a similar role at qSEAp Infotech Pvt Ltd from 2022 to 2023. His experience in these positions involved assessing and enhancing security measures for clients, ensuring the protection of sensitive information.
Background in Software Development
Rahul has a solid background in software development, having worked as a Full-stack Developer at Tata Consultancy Services from 2021 to 2022. He previously served as a Junior Full Stack Developer at the same company from 2019 to 2021. His experience includes developing and maintaining web applications, with a focus on both front-end and back-end technologies.
Education and Expertise
Rahul earned a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology from GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management, completing his studies from 2014 to 2018. He also attended D.A.V. Public School, where he studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from 2012 to 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in cybersecurity, particularly in API and mobile pentesting.
Achievements in Cybersecurity
Rahul has achieved recognition in the cybersecurity field by ranking among the top 1% on TryHackMe, a platform that offers hands-on exercises for learning cybersecurity. He actively participates in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, demonstrating his skills in solving cybersecurity challenges. Additionally, he has a keen interest in bug bounty programs, focusing on identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities.