Aditya Prakash — Cybersecurity Researcher
Location: Pune, India
Email: ap312038@gmail.com
GitHub: github.com/adityaprakash-work
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aditya-prakash
TryHackMe: Top 3% Rank
Professional Summary
Cybersecurity researcher with hands-on experience in network reconnaissance, fuzzing prototyping, vulnerability research, and building security education platforms. Certified eJPT with demonstrated expertise in building pragmatic security tools, designing CTF-style labs, and researching exploit surfaces. Active bug bounty practitioner and open-source contributor passionate about applied machine learning for security.
Education
Newton School of Technology
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering
Specialization: Artificial Intelligence
Expected Graduation: [Year]
Certifications
- eJPT — eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (Certified)
- TryHackMe — Top 3% Global Ranking
- Bug Bounty — Active Hunter & Researcher
Technical Skills
Languages
Python (Advanced) • JavaScript/Node.js • Java (Android) • Bash Scripting
Web & Backend Frameworks
Django • Flask • FastAPI • React • Next.js • Supabase • Appwrite
Nmap • Custom Network Scanners • Fuzzing (AFL-style) • Reconnaissance Automation • OWASP Top 10 • Penetration Testing • Vulnerability Assessment • Forensic Analysis • Bug Bounty Triage
DevOps & Infrastructure
Docker • Git/GitHub • CI/CD • Linux/Unix Administration
Mobile Development
Android Studio • Java
Machine Learning (Applied)
NLP • ML Model Integration • AI-based Security Detection
Professional Experience & Projects
Role: Security Researcher & Developer
Tech: Python, AFL-style concepts, custom test case generation
- Developed a network protocol fuzzer for automated discovery of edge cases and crashes in test services
- Implemented test case generation and mutation strategies based on AFL fuzzing methodology
- Architected scalable foundation for enterprise-grade fuzzing toolkit with planned AFL/coverage hooks integration
- Designed for identifying zero-day vulnerabilities in network services and protocols
Network Reconnaissance Suite
Role: Security Tool Developer
Tech: Python, Scapy, Nmap, subprocess automation
- Created suite of lightweight scanning tools:
arp_scan.py, ip_scan.py, nmap_scan.py, information_gathering_tool.py
- Automated asset discovery and network reconnaissance for security assessments
- Optimized for fast triage during penetration testing engagements and lab setups
- Implemented concurrent scanning capabilities for improved performance
Role: Platform Architect & Developer
Tech: Django/Flask, Web Stack, CTF Design
- Designed and prototyped CTF-style cybersecurity learning platform modeled after OverTheWire Bandit
- Developed challenge submission system with automated scoring and progress tracking
- Created progressive difficulty curve covering exploitation and defensive security exercises
- Built scalable architecture supporting multiple challenge categories and user management
Learn101 — Educational Android Application
Role: Mobile Developer
Tech: Android Studio, Java, Content Management
- Developed Android application distributing curated learning resources for AI, ML, cybersecurity, and web development
- Implemented intuitive content navigation and resource aggregation system
- Designed user-friendly interface for accessing free educational materials
- Published application with active user base
AI Interviewer Dashboard
Role: Full-Stack Developer & ML Engineer
Tech: React, Django, Supabase, NLP, ML Models
- Built EdTech platform with AI-powered interview assessment system
- Integrated NLP models for evaluating voice and text interview responses
- Developed admin CMS and user dashboards with real-time feedback
- Implemented ML-based scoring system for automated candidate evaluation
- Created comprehensive admin panel for content and user management
Role: System Architect & Designer
Tech: React, Node.js, Supabase (Architecture)
- Designed comprehensive architecture for college club management portal
- Created feature specifications for admin dashboard, event management, and membership tracking
- Planned role-based access control system supporting multiple clubs and user roles
- Architected scalable database schema and API structure
Key Achievements
- 🏆 Top 3% Global Ranking on TryHackMe platform through completion of advanced security challenges
- ✅ eJPT Certification demonstrating practical penetration testing skills and methodologies
- 🐛 Active Bug Bounty Hunter with experience in vulnerability research and responsible disclosure
- 👥 Founded Cybersecurity Club at Newton School of Technology — coordinated curriculum and member onboarding
- 💻 Open-Source Contributor to security tools and educational projects
- 📝 Technical Writer — authored forensic research writeups and security case studies
- 🎯 GSoC Contributor — worked on AsyncAPI case study tooling (Next.js/Tailwind)
- Built multiple Python-based reconnaissance & scanning tools for automated security assessments
- Developed network fuzzing prototype achieving automated vulnerability discovery in test environments
- Designed and prototyped RootCode platform serving as challenge-based security lab environment
- Implemented Learn101 Android app distributing curated educational content to students
- Authored GSoC proposal and contributed to AsyncAPI documentation tooling
- Initiated and organized Cybersecurity Club, coordinating curriculum and community activities
- Conducted bug bounty research with focus on web application vulnerabilities
- Created AI-powered assessment tools integrating NLP models for automated evaluation
Areas of Expertise
Offensive Security
- Network Reconnaissance & Enumeration
- Vulnerability Research & Exploitation
- Fuzzing & Test Case Generation
- Web Application Penetration Testing
- Bug Bounty Hunting
Defensive Security
- Secure Code Review
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Forensic Analysis
- Security Tool Development
- Threat Modeling
Development & Automation
- Security Automation Scripting
- Tool Development (Python, Bash)
- Full-Stack Web Development
- Mobile Application Development
- CI/CD Pipeline Integration
Research & Education
- Security Training Platform Design
- CTF Challenge Creation
- Technical Writing & Documentation
- Community Building & Mentorship
Publications & Writeups
- Security research writeups and vulnerability disclosures
- CTF challenge walkthroughs and educational content
- Technical blog posts on security tools and methodologies
- Open-source project documentation
Cybersecurity Club — Newton School of Technology
Founder & Organizer
- Established college cybersecurity community
- Coordinated learning curriculum and workshops
- Organized CTF competitions and training sessions
- Mentored students in security research and tool development
Open-Source Community
- Active contributor to security tools and educational projects
- Code reviews and pull requests
- Documentation improvements
- Community support and mentorship
Interests
- Vulnerability Research & Exploit Development
- Automated Security Testing & Fuzzing
- Machine Learning for Security Applications
- Security Education & Training Platforms
- Open-Source Security Tooling
- CTF Competitions & Challenge Design
Availability: Open to research collaborations, internships, and freelance security projects
Work Authorization: [Your status]
Languages: English (Fluent), Hindi (Native)
References
Available upon request
This resume is current as of October 2025
Contact for opportunities: ap312038@gmail.com