Vijay S
About Vijay S
Vijay S is a Chapter Lead at the OWASP Foundation, with a background in Information Technology and three years of experience in Penetration Testing. He has provided cybersecurity training to various government and private sector personnel and has spoken at notable institutions.
Work at OWASP Foundation
Currently serving as Chapter Lead at OWASP Foundation, the individual has held this position since 2019. The role involves leading initiatives and activities related to web application security within the Vellore Area, India. The OWASP Foundation is known for its commitment to improving the security of software through community-led projects and resources.
Education and Expertise
The individual studied Information Technology at Sri Balaji Chockalingam Engineering College, achieving a B. Tech degree from 2015 to 2019. Prior to this, they completed their high school education in Computer Science at Government Higher Secondary School from 2012 to 2015. This educational background has provided a strong foundation in technology and security principles.
Professional Experience in Penetration Testing
With three years of professional experience in penetration testing, the individual specializes in enhancing security measures for private sector organizations. This role involves identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements to safeguard sensitive information and systems.
Cybersecurity Training and Speaking Engagements
The individual has provided cybersecurity training to personnel from various organizations, including the National Informatics Centre (NIC) and Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB). Additionally, they have delivered speeches on cybersecurity at esteemed institutions such as IIT Madras (IITM), ERNET, VIT, and NIT, contributing to knowledge sharing in the field.