Nishant Tomar
About Nishant Tomar
Nishant Tomar is a Research Assistant with experience at Mood Indigo IIT Bombay, Bugcrowd, and HackerOne. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and engages in independent research and Capture The Flag competitions to enhance his skills in cybersecurity.
Work at Bugcrowd
Nishant Tomar has been employed as a Research Assistant at Bugcrowd since 2022. In this role, he focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in web applications and software. His work contributes to enhancing the security posture of various digital platforms. Nishant's involvement in this position reflects his commitment to cybersecurity and ethical hacking.
Work at HackerOne
Nishant Tomar serves as a Bug Hunter at HackerOne, starting in 2022. In this capacity, he engages in identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities, thereby assisting organizations in improving their cybersecurity measures. His role at HackerOne complements his research activities and showcases his dedication to the field.
Education and Expertise
Nishant Tomar studied Computer Science at J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, where he is pursuing a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree from 2020 to 2024. He also completed his earlier education at Kendriya Vidyalaya. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his work in cybersecurity and software development.
Background
Nishant Tomar has been an active participant in various Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, which are designed to enhance skills in cybersecurity and ethical hacking. He engages in independent research to further explore vulnerabilities in web applications and software. Additionally, he is currently learning Assembly x86_64 to gain a deeper understanding of low-level programming and system architecture.
Current Role at Mood Indigo IIT Bombay
Since 2022, Nishant Tomar has been a member of the Indigo Squad at Mood Indigo IIT Bombay. His involvement in this initiative reflects his engagement with the academic community and his interest in contributing to events and activities that promote learning and collaboration among students.