Karthikeyan K
About Karthikeyan K
Karthikeyan K is a Chapter Lead in Chennai, currently working with DEFCON and the OWASP Foundation. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having held various roles in notable companies and advocating for secure application development practices.
Work at OWASP Foundation
Karthikeyan K serves as the Chapter Lead for the OWASP Foundation in Chennai, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for leading local initiatives focused on improving software security and promoting awareness of security best practices. His leadership contributes to the OWASP community by facilitating events, workshops, and discussions aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of cybersecurity professionals in the region.
Current Role at DEFCON Chennai Group
Since 2023, Karthikeyan K has been the Chapter Lead for the DEFCON Chennai Group. In this capacity, he engages with the local hacker community to promote knowledge sharing and collaboration on cybersecurity topics. His involvement helps to foster a culture of learning and innovation within the group, encouraging members to explore new security techniques and tools.
Professional Background in Cybersecurity
Karthikeyan K has extensive experience in the cybersecurity field, having worked in various roles since 2010. He has held positions such as Senior Software Engineer at Mphasis and Security Analyst at Cognizant. His career also includes significant roles at Hexaware Technologies, where he served as Deputy Manager of Information Security and Security Team Lead. Additionally, he has worked as a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks, where he contributed to enhancing security protocols.
Expertise in Cloud Security and DevSecOps
Karthikeyan K has led cloud security initiatives by architecting secure cloud-native applications and implementing access controls. He has also advocated for DevSecOps practices, which integrate security into development and operations. His efforts aim to streamline application deployments while ensuring robust security measures are in place.
Experience as a Bug Hunter
Since 2015, Karthikeyan K has been active as a bug hunter with HackerOne and Bugcrowd. In these roles, he identifies vulnerabilities in various applications and systems, helping organizations enhance their security posture. His proactive approach includes penetration testing and red teaming exercises to uncover potential security weaknesses before they can be exploited.