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Mallikharjun S.-Bug Bounty Hunter | Cybersecurity Researcher | Pentester

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Visakhapatnam, India

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Experience

Jan 2023 - Present

Bug Bounty Hunter | Cybersecurity Researcher | Pentester

Bugcrowd

Position summary
Bug Bounty Hunter | Cybersecurity Researcher | Pentester at Bugcrowd
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Information Technology
Research and Development
Explore Researchers
  • Active participation in prominent bug bounty programs, identifying critical vulnerabilities and responsibly disclosing them to bolster digital defenses.
  • Proficient in conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments, utilizing penetration testing tools and methodologies to uncover hidden security risks.
  • In-depth knowledge of web application security, adept at analyzing and mitigating potential threats such as cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and CSRF.
  • Skilled in analyzing network infrastructure for potential weaknesses, implementing secure configurations, and protecting against cyber threats.
  • Proficient in Linux, Windows, and macOS operating systems, leveraging technical prowess for troubleshooting and system optimization.
Jun 2022 - Present

Bug Bounty Hunter

YesWeHack

Position summary
Bug Bounty Hunter at YesWeHack
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Information Technology
  • Active participation in prominent bug bounty programs, identifying critical vulnerabilities and responsibly disclosing them to bolster digital defenses.
  • Proficient in conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments, utilizing penetration testing tools and methodologies to uncover hidden security risks.
  • In-depth knowledge of web application security, adept at analyzing and mitigating potential threats such as cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and CSRF.
  • Skilled in analyzing network infrastructure for potential weaknesses, implementing secure configurations, and protecting against cyber threats.
  • Proficient in Linux, Windows, and macOS operating systems, leveraging technical prowess for troubleshooting and system optimization.
Mar 2022 - Present

Bug Bounty Hunter

HackerOne

Position summary
Bug Bounty Hunter at HackerOne
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Information Technology
  • Active participation in prominent bug bounty programs, identifying critical vulnerabilities and responsibly disclosing them to bolster digital defenses.
  • Proficient in conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments, utilizing penetration testing tools and methodologies to uncover hidden security risks.
  • In-depth knowledge of web application security, adept at analyzing and mitigating potential threats such as cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and CSRF.
  • Skilled in analyzing network infrastructure for potential weaknesses, implementing secure configurations, and protecting against cyber threats.
  • Proficient in Linux, Windows, and macOS operating systems, leveraging technical prowess for troubleshooting and system optimization.
Jun 2017 - Dec 2019
Visakhapatnam, India

Food Delivery Driver

Swiggy Instamart

Position summary
Food Delivery Driver at Swiggy Instamart
Industries
Food and Beverage
Business areas
Customer Service
Logistics
  • Delivered food items to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Maintained a clean and safe vehicle and adhered to traffic laws.
  • Provided excellent customer service and resolved customer complaints.
Sep 2010 - Present
Visakhapatnam, India

Freelance UI Designer, Wordpress and Website Designer

Self Employed

Position summary
Freelance UI Designer, Wordpress and Website Designer at Self Employed
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Information Technology
  • Designed and developed websites using WordPress.
  • Created custom designs and user interfaces for clients.
  • Provided ongoing support and maintenance for websites.
Apr 2010 - Present

Wordpress Developer

freelance

Position summary
Wordpress Developer at freelance
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Information Technology
Nov 2006 - Aug 2010
Hyderabad, India

Affiliate / CPA Marketer

Several CPA Networks In USA

Position summary
Affiliate / CPA Marketer at Several CPA Networks In USA
Industries
Advertising
Business areas
Marketing
  • Promoted products and services through affiliate marketing and CPA campaigns.
  • Tracked and analyzed marketing metrics to optimize campaigns and increase ROI.
  • Established partnerships with merchants and publishers to maximize earnings.
Mar 2004 - Oct 2006
Pune, India

Project Coordinator

PVR Projects Limited Pune

Position summary
Project Coordinator at PVR Projects Limited Pune
Industries
Professional Services
Business areas
Project Management
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously and ensured they were delivered on time and within budget.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Developed and implemented effective project management processes.
Jun 2002 - Feb 2004
Nellore, India

Computer Technician

EPIC - NIC

Position summary
Computer Technician at EPIC - NIC
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Customer Service
Information Technology
  • Troubleshot and repaired computer hardware and software issues.
  • Installed and configured computer systems and peripherals.
  • Provided technical support to clients.
Jun 2000 - Apr 2002
Nellore, India

Warehouse Assistant

Nellore Marketing Private Limited

Position summary
Warehouse Assistant at Nellore Marketing Private Limited
Industries
Transportation
Business areas
Logistics
Operations
Supply Chain Management
  • Assisted in the day-to-day operations of a warehouse.
  • Coordinated with the logistics team to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Managed inventory and ensured accuracy of stock levels.
Mar 1999 - May 2000
Nellore, India

Data Entry Clerk

Hotline Computers

Position summary
Data Entry Clerk at Hotline Computers
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Operations
  • Accurately entered and maintained data in computer systems.
  • Assisted in various office tasks as needed.
  • Contributed to the efficient functioning of the department.
Sep 1996 - Jan 1999
Nellore, India

Owner, Fastfood Hotel

Sai Fast Foods

Position summary
Owner, Fastfood Hotel at Sai Fast Foods
Industries
Food and Beverage
Business areas
Customer Service
Marketing
Operations
  • Established and managed a successful fast food hotel.
  • Developed menus, recruited and trained staff, and managed finances.
  • Increased revenue and customer base through effective marketing and customer service.
Jun 1995 - Aug 1996
Ongole, India

Door-to-door Marketing Executive

Primus Kabsons Limited

Position summary
Door-to-door Marketing Executive at Primus Kabsons Limited
Industries
Retail
Business areas
Marketing
Sales
  • Conducted market research and developed effective marketing strategies.
  • Successfully promoted products and services to potential customers.
  • Achieved sales targets and exceeded expectations.
Mar 1992 - Jun 1995
Ongole, India

Horticulturist and Dairy Farmer

Own Farms

Position summary
Horticulturist and Dairy Farmer at Own Farms
Industries
Agriculture
Business areas
Operations
Production
  • Managed daily operations of a horticulture farm and dairy farm.
  • Implemented effective agricultural practices to increase production and efficiency.
  • Trained and supervised farm workers.

Industry experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Food and Beverage, Advertising, Agriculture, Professional Services, and Transportation.

Information Technology
Food and Beverage
Advertising
Agriculture
Professional Services
Transportation
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Business area experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Operations, Marketing, Customer Service, Logistics, and Research and Development.

Information Technology
Operations
Marketing
Customer Service
Logistics
Research and Development
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Summary

Hello, I'm Mallikharjun Swamy, an experienced Bug Bounty Hunter & Security Researcher, actively uncovering vulnerabilities to strengthen cybersecurity. With a deep understanding of web application security, API security, and network security, I specialize in offensive security testing, vulnerability analysis, and responsible disclosure.

I have a strong background in cybersecurity and have reported critical vulnerabilities across various private and public bug bounty programs, including Doctolib, T-Mobile, and Zomato. My expertise spans XSS, SQL injection, subdomain takeovers, API misconfigurations, and cloud security weaknesses.

Bug Bounty & Security Research:

  • Bug Bounty Hunter on HackerOne, Bugcrowd, YesWeHack, and Intigriti
  • Focused on web application security, API security, and cloud security
  • Experience with recon automation, fuzzing, and payload crafting
  • Tools & techniques: Burp Suite, Nuclei, Xray, Wscan, Katana, Subfinder, FFuF, and custom scripts for automation

Key Achievements:

  • Discovered and responsibly reported high-impact vulnerabilities in global platforms
  • Conducted subdomain takeovers, API security assessments, and advanced recon
  • Automated large-scale asset enumeration, vulnerability scanning, and exploitation

I'm constantly refining my offensive security skills, expanding my knowledge in cloud security and red teaming, and aiming to contribute more to the cybersecurity community through bug bounty programs, responsible disclosure, and security research.

Skills

  • Bug Bounty

  • Penetration Testing

  • Information Security

  • Web & Api Pentesting

  • Recon Automation

  • Osint

  • Cloud Security

  • Advanced Burp Suite Techniques

  • Custom Xss & Sqli Payloads

  • Linux & Networking

  • Bash, Python, And Javascript For Security Automation

Languages

Telugu
Native
English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 1995

Krishna Memorial School

Secondary School · Patna, India

Oct 1985 - Jun 1989

Pragathi Vidya Vanam

1st Class to 5th Class

Oct 1983 - Jun 1985

Bala Vignana Mandir (E.M) School

Kinder Garden · Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching · Rajamahendravaram, India

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 14
Experience in Information Technology 19.5 y
Avg length 4 y 8 m
Longest experience 16 y 6 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 1 (India)
Primary country India

Expertise

Recent roles Bug Bounty Hunter | Cybersecurity Researcher | Pentester, Bug Bounty Hunter, Food Delivery Driver
Main industries Information Technology, Food and Beverage, Advertising
Main business areas Information Technology, Operations, Marketing

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

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Mallikharjun is based in Visakhapatnam, India and prefers 100% remote projects.

Mallikharjun speaks the following languages: Telugu (Native), English (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced).

Mallikharjun has at least 34 years of experience. During this time, Mallikharjun has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months. Note that Mallikharjun may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Mallikharjun would be well-suited for roles such as: Bug Bounty Hunter | Cybersecurity Researcher | Pentester, Bug Bounty Hunter, Food Delivery Driver.

Mallikharjun's most recent position is Bug Bounty Hunter | Cybersecurity Researcher | Pentester at Bugcrowd.

In recent years, Mallikharjun has worked for Bugcrowd, YesWeHack, HackerOne, Self Employed, and freelance.

Mallikharjun is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Food and Beverage, and Advertising. Mallikharjun also has some experience in Agriculture, Professional Services, and Transportation.

Mallikharjun is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Marketing. Mallikharjun also has some experience in Customer Service, Logistics, and Research and Development.

Mallikharjun has recently worked in industries like Information Technology.

Mallikharjun has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology and Research and Development.

Mallikharjun holds a Bachelor in Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching from Bala Vignana Mandir (E.M) School.

The availability of Mallikharjun needs to be confirmed.

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