Ram Praveen M
About Ram Praveen M
Ram Praveen M serves as the Chapter Lead for the OWASP® Foundation at Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering and works as a Bug Hunter at HackerOne. He has a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and specializes in cybersecurity, particularly in IoT, AI, and machine learning.
Work at OWASP Foundation
Currently, Ram Praveen M serves as the Chapter Lead for the OWASP® Foundation at Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He has held this position since 2024, where he leads initiatives focused on IoT Security, Cloud Security, and DevSecOps. His role involves engaging with the community to promote best practices in application security and fostering collaboration among cybersecurity professionals and students.
Current Role at HackerOne
Ram Praveen M has been working at HackerOne as a Bug Hunter since 2021. In this role, he identifies vulnerabilities and security issues in various applications, contributing to the overall security posture of the organizations he works with. His experience in this position spans three years, during which he has honed his skills in identifying and mitigating security risks.
Education and Expertise
Ram Praveen M studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at St. Joseph's College of Engineering, where he earned his Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree from 2021 to 2025. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in cybersecurity, particularly in areas such as IoT, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. He has hands-on experience with various security tools, including SIEM tools like Azure and Wazuh, and EDR, IDS, and IPS systems such as Snort, Suricata, and Maltrail.
Cybersecurity Experience
In addition to his role at HackerOne, Ram Praveen M is currently a Cyber Security Intern at Cybervie-ionots Technologies Pvt Ltd, where he has been working remotely since 2024. He has also previously worked at HebeSec Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in both AppSec and R&D roles in 2023 and 2024, respectively. His experience includes automotive pentesting and embedded systems security, as well as involvement in Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST).
Engagement in Cybersecurity Community
Ram Praveen M actively participates in the cybersecurity community as a CTF Player at TryHackMe since 2022. This engagement allows him to enhance his skills through practical challenges and competitions, further contributing to his expertise in the field. His involvement in various initiatives and organizations reflects his commitment to advancing cybersecurity practices and knowledge.