Ayyappan

Leading comprehensive penetration testing and security assessments for connected vehicles, web/mobile apps, EV chargers, and automotive IoT systems. Specializing in automotive security and connected vehicle ecosystems.

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  Conducted over 100 comprehensive penetration tests for Fortune 500 automotive clients, delivering actionable security insights and remediation strategies
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  Pioneered automated penetration testing methodologies for cellular security assessments (GSM to 5G), reducing assessment time by 40%
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  Performed mobile application security, API testing, and source code review for enterprise clients
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  Developed custom security assessment frameworks for connected vehicle systems and EV charging infrastructure

Participated in offensive security operations and physical security assessments across cloud environments, internal products, and corporate facilities. Focused on advanced threat simulation and security posture improvement.

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  Assisted in red team operations targeting cloud infrastructure, internal products (ZIA, ZPA, CASB), and corporate facilities
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  Developed custom offensive security tools for reconnaissance, intrusion, and physical security assessments
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  Created automated frameworks for employee data analysis to enhance spear phishing and social engineering operations
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  Contributed to executive-level security reports with actionable insights on security observability and detection engineering

Contributed to cybersecurity initiatives for government clients, specializing in forensics, border surveillance, and critical infrastructure protection. Focused on developing comprehensive security solutions for West African governments.

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  Assisted in developing and implementing test plans for cybersecurity, forensics, and border surveillance solutions
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  Conducted security assessments of critical infrastructure systems and provided strategic recommendations
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  Collaborated with international government agencies to enhance their security posture and incident response capabilities
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  Helped develop and document security best practices for government systems and critical infrastructure

Contributed to research in aviation security, focusing on GPS spoofing detection and counter-UAS technologies. Worked under Dr. Aanjhan Ranganathan on cutting-edge security research.

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  Assisted in research on GPS spoofing detection and mitigation techniques, developing novel approaches to secure navigation systems
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  Participated in counter-UAS (C-UAS) research, focusing on advanced drone detection and neutralization methods
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  Developed and implemented wireless security tools and training exercises for cybersecurity Masters students
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  Contributed to research papers on aviation security and navigation system vulnerabilities

Led solo development of security solutions for government systems, with focus on air-gapped environments and critical infrastructure protection.

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  Led development of a comprehensive security toolkit for Linux in air-gapped environments, reducing system hardening time by 30%
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  Developed automated security assessment tools for government systems and critical infrastructure
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  Implemented security controls and compliance measures for secure networks
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  Created documentation and materials for security tool deployment and maintenance