Jayan Vijayan 🛡️
About Jayan Vijayan 🛡️
Jayan Vijayan is a security researcher with extensive experience in cybersecurity roles, currently working at multiple organizations including ISACA, Bugcrowd, and CyberProof. He has a background in software development and holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
Work at HackerOne
Jayan Vijayan has been employed as a Security Researcher at HackerOne since 2020. In this role, he engages in vulnerability discovery and reporting, contributing to the platform's mission of improving security through collaboration with ethical hackers. His work involves identifying security weaknesses in various applications and systems, which helps organizations enhance their security posture.
Current Positions and Roles
Jayan Vijayan currently holds multiple positions in the cybersecurity field. He works as a Security Researcher at Bugcrowd and Intigriti, both since 2020. Additionally, he serves as a Security Analyst at CyberProof and Philip Morris International. He is also an Active Member of ISACA, contributing to discussions and initiatives related to information security. His diverse roles reflect a commitment to advancing security practices across different organizations.
Previous Experience at Equifax
Prior to his current roles, Jayan Vijayan worked at Equifax as a Senior Software Developer from 2016 to 2020. In this capacity, he focused on software development tasks, contributing to the company's technology solutions. His experience at Equifax provided him with a solid foundation in software engineering, which complements his current expertise in security research.
Education and Expertise
Jayan Vijayan earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Marthandam College of Engineering and Technology, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. His educational background is complemented by strong expertise in SIEM technologies and Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), particularly using Fortify on Demand. He also possesses knowledge in JAVA/J2EE development and is experienced with version and change management tools such as JIRA, Jenkins, GIT, BitBucket, and ServiceNow.
Background in Software Development
Jayan Vijayan has a substantial background in software development, having worked at UST Global in various capacities from 2016 to 2019. He started as a Software Developer and progressed to Senior Software Developer. This experience laid the groundwork for his transition into security roles, where he applies his software development skills to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in systems.