Balakumaran K
About Balakumaran K
Balakumaran K is a Security Researcher currently affiliated with the Global Cybersecurity Association and Bugcrowd. He has experience in various roles related to cybersecurity and has published research on cyber threats.
Work at Bugcrowd
Balakumaran K has been employed at Bugcrowd as a Security Researcher since 2022. In this role, he focuses on identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities in various applications and systems. His contributions assist vendors in enhancing their security measures, reflecting his expertise in web application security and other cybersecurity domains.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his position at Bugcrowd, Balakumaran serves as a Committee Member at the Global Cybersecurity Association (GCA) since 2023. He also holds the role of Student Brand Ambassador at Amrita TBI, where he has been active since 2023. His responsibilities in these positions include raising awareness about digital security risks and educating individuals on safe online practices.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current roles, Balakumaran K gained experience as a Campus Ambassador at Techfest, IIT Bombay, and IIT Kanpur from 2021 to 2022. He also worked as a Club Manager and a Product Advisor Intern at Uable in 2021. Additionally, he completed an internship in Ethical Hacking and Cyber Crime Investigation at Slytherin EduTech Pvt. Ltd. in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Balakumaran K is pursuing a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, expected to graduate in 2024. He completed his schooling at Velammal Matric Hr. Sec School in Thiruppuvanam. He possesses expertise in web application security, cryptography, and cloud security, showcasing a broad understanding of various cybersecurity domains.
Research Contributions
Balakumaran has published a research paper on cyber threats, contributing to both academic and practical understanding of cybersecurity challenges. His research efforts reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of cybersecurity.