Abida Shariff
About Abida Shariff
Abida Shariff is a Security Researcher with over five years of experience in the cybersecurity field, currently serving as a Lead Security Engineer at Red Sentry. She specializes in web and mobile security, focusing on vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
Work at HackerOne
Abida Shariff has been employed at HackerOne as a Security Researcher since 2019. In this role, she focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in various systems and applications, contributing to the overall security posture of organizations. Her work involves collaborating with clients to enhance their security measures through effective vulnerability management.
Current Role at Red Sentry
Abida Shariff currently serves as the Lead Security Engineer at Red Sentry, a position she has held since 2024. Prior to this role, she worked as a Penetration Tester at Red Sentry for 10 months in 2022. Her responsibilities include overseeing security initiatives and leading efforts to identify and mitigate security risks.
Education and Expertise
Abida Shariff studied at Jain (Deemed-to-be University), where she earned a Bachelor in Computer Application with a focus on Cybersecurity and Cloud Technology from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she studied at Mount Carmel College, where she completed her Science education from 2016 to 2018. She holds multiple industry-recognized certifications, including OSCP, eJPT, CEH, and CCNA, which demonstrate her expertise in cybersecurity.
Background in Cybersecurity
Abida Shariff has over 5 years of experience in the cybersecurity field. She has worked in various roles, including Security Engineer at PiChain and Security Analyst at Network Intelligence. Her experience encompasses web and mobile security, with a strong focus on vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT). She has also been a member of the Synack Red Team since 2021.
Freelance Services and Specialization
Abida Shariff offers freelance penetration testing services, providing comprehensive vulnerability reports to clients. She specializes in cloud security and red teaming, simulating real-world attacks to enhance organizational security. Her work aims to protect digital ecosystems and improve the overall security framework of the organizations she collaborates with.