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| Aspiring Security Analyst | CompTIA Security+ Certified (SY0-701) | Google Cybersecurity Certificate Certified | IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Specialization Certified | | CTF player on ctftime.org | InfoSec Researcher |

About

Currently contributing to the OWASP OpenCRE project as an Open Source Contributor, focusing on enhancing security requirement mappings and supporting gap analysis workflows. Key contributions include resolving mapping issues, enabling OpenCRE as a comparative analysis resource, and improving the tool’s integration with other security frameworks. A cybersecurity professional with a non-technical background and a B.Com degree from Veer Narmad South Gujarat University. Skilled in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, web application security, and cybersecurity content writing. Ranked in the Top 1% globally on TryHackMe, with extensive experience in CTF competitions and a passion for breaking down complex security concepts to educate and inspire aspiring professionals.

Location

India

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Work experience

Open Source Contributor at OpenCRE, Mar 2026 - Present · 8 mos, Contributed to the OWASP OpenCRE (Open Common Requirements Enumeration) project, an OWASP initiative focused on mapping and correlating security requirements across industry standards, frameworks, and best practices. Key Contributions : • PR #823 – Resolved Issue #472 by expanding CWE mapping coverage through enhanced relationship handling, fallback mappings, and validation testing. • PR #825 – Resolved Issue #469 by enabling OpenCRE as a map-analysis resource, supporting direct comparisons between OpenCRE and other security frameworks. • PR #891 – Extended the implementation of Issue #469 by exposing OpenCRE within the Gap Analysis workflow, making it available as a selectable standard in the UI and aligning frontend functionality with backend support. • PR #865 – Improved OWASP Cheat Sheet mapping and normalization processes, contributing to scalable security knowledge correlation, automated mapping, and interoperability across security standards. • PR #898 – Collaborated on enhancements to OpenCRE's standards ecosystem by improving project boilerplate, refining documentation navigation, resolving code-quality issues, and supporting integration of emerging AI-related standards. Impact : • Delivered multiple merged pull requests to a flagship OWASP open-source project. • Resolved community-reported issues and implemented enhancements spanning CWE mappings, Gap Analysis functionality, framework interoperability, and standards integration. • Collaborated with maintainers and contributors through issue analysis, implementation, testing, and code reviews in a global open-source environment. Skills : Open Source Development, Git, GitHub, Python, Application Security, OWASP, Security Standards, Data Mapping, Automation, Technical Research, Code Review.

Open Source Contributor at OWASP® Foundation, Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

Cyber Security Student at TryHackMe, Sep 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 2 mos, Remote, I am a cybersecurity student with a non-technical background who transitioned into information security through structured, hands-on learning and practical lab environments. I currently rank in the Top 1% globally on TryHackMe, where I have completed 500+ labs focused on offensive security, defensive monitoring, and real-world attack simulations. I have participated in 150+ Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, strengthening my skills in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, incident analysis, and post-exploitation techniques. Technical Skills: Penetration Testing: Web application testing (SQL Injection, XSS, IDOR, authentication bypass, OWASP Top 10) Network scanning (TCP/UDP), service enumeration, banner grabbing Vulnerability assessment and exploitation Linux and Windows privilege escalation Basic lateral movement and persistence techniques SOC / Blue Team: Log analysis and security event investigation Network traffic analysis using Wireshark Threat detection and IOC identification SIEM fundamentals and alert triage MITRE ATT&CK framework mapping Incident response lifecycle understanding Technical Knowledge: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, SMB Linux and Windows system fundamentals Basic scripting and automation for security testing CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) My goal is to secure a role as a SOC Analyst, Vulnerability Analyst, or Junior Penetration Tester where I can apply offensive security knowledge to identify threats, analyze incidents, and strengthen organizational security posture.

Cybersecurity Content Writer at Medium, Mar 2022 - Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Remote, As a Cybersecurity Content Writer on Medium, I translate complex security concepts into practical, beginner-friendly, and actionable insights for aspiring professionals and enthusiasts. Coming from a non-technical background, my journey into cybersecurity has been entirely self-driven—built on persistence, structured learning, and thousands of hours of hands-on practice. This unique transition allows me to simplify advanced security topics in a way that resonates with learners who are starting from scratch, just as I once did. Alongside my writing, I actively sharpen my technical skills through hands-on platforms like TryHackMe, where I achieved a Top 1% global ranking, and through consistent participation in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions. Through 500+ practical labs and 150+ CTF challenges, I have developed strong capabilities in: • Penetration Testing (Web & Network) • Vulnerability Assessment & Exploitation • Network Traffic Analysis • Privilege Escalation & Post-Exploitation • Security Enumeration & Reconnaissance My articles focus on: Breaking down real-world attack techniques Sharing CTF write-ups and learning methodologies Explaining security tools in a practical context Guiding beginners transitioning from non-tech backgrounds Promoting hands-on learning over theoretical memorization I believe cybersecurity knowledge should be accessible, practical, and community-driven. Through writing, I aim to empower aspiring professionals to build real skills, think like attackers, and strengthen defensive mindsets. My long-term goal is to combine technical expertise with education, contributing to both securing systems and building the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - B.com, Business/Commerce, General, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat

Public links

github: https://github.com/bornunique911

bornunique911.github.io: https://bornunique911.github.io/about