Shalini S on Tal
Headline
Business Analyst | Cybersecurity & VAPT Exposure | Requirements Analysis | SDLC | Stakeholder Management | IT Solutions
About
My journey into tech began with a strong curiosity for how systems work — and more importantly, how they can be made better and more secure. That curiosity led me to explore cybersecurity and penetration testing, where I gained hands-on experience in VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), malware analysis, and network security. These early experiences taught me the importance of precision, vigilance, and thinking like an attacker to build stronger systems. As I grew, I took on the role of a Business Analyst, where I bridged the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders. I led User Acceptance Testing (UAT), gathered and analyzed requirements, and collaborated with QA teams — often contributing directly to code validation, risk assessment, and testing workflows. This role gave me a unique insight into both the user perspective and technical depth, reinforcing my passion for quality assurance and security. Some of my key milestones include: ✔️ Collaborating on RPA automation projects using UiPath and SAP, ensuring smooth and secure workflows. ✔️ Supporting VAPT efforts and SQL injection mitigation, gaining practical experience in application security. ✔️ Leading UAT cycles, contributing to bug tracking, and working closely with QA teams using tools like JIRA, Trello, and Figma. ✔️ Completing certifications in Ethical Hacking and Google Data Analytics, demonstrating my commitment to continuous learning. Today, I bring a hybrid mindset — the analytical and communication strengths of a BA, combined with the detail-oriented, security-focused approach of a Pentester. I thrive in environments where I can uncover risks, optimize workflows, and deliver secure, high-quality outcomes. I’m passionate about evolving in the Information Security QA space, combining my BA foundation with a deepening expertise in testing and security to create real impact. Let’s connect if you’re interested in secure process optimization, QA, or cybersecurity — or just enjoy geeking out about testing and tech!
Work experience
Business Analyst & Project Coordinator at BrightBeamSolutions, Apr 2026 - Present · 2 mos, Erode, Tamil Nadu, India
Freelance Business Analyst at Self Employed, Feb 2026 - Mar 2026 · 2 mos, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India, Worked with international clients on freelance Business Analysis assignments, supporting requirement gathering, documentation, and process mapping for short-term projects. Created BRDs, user stories, workflow documents, and functional documentation while coordinating remotely with clients.
Business analyst - Trainee at HEPL, Jun 2024 - Jan 2026 · 1 yr 8 mos, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India
Social Media Manager at Speak Easy, Feb 2024 - Apr 2024 · 3 mos, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India
Campus Ambassador at REGex Software Services, Sep 2020 - Nov 2020 · 3 mos
Education
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Information Technology, arunai engineering college
