Ayan Siddiqui

Mo . Ayan Siddiqui

Security Analyst
Mo Ayan Siddiqui @ayansid

Why Ayan ?

Driven by an offensive security mindset. I protect modern digital infrastructure by mapping out the exact paths an attacker would take.

Need more details? Feel free to contact me for my official, comprehensive resume.

What I Do

Skills

Vulnerability Assessment AI Security Cloud Security Penetration Testing OWASP IaaC

My Experience

CyberSecurity Intern

TEMS Tech Solutions

Sep 2024 – Dec 2024 · Remote
  • Engineered automated Python scripts utilizing AES-256 and RSA-2048 to instantly encrypt sensitive files and API keys, ensuring strict GDPR/HIPAA compliance.
  • Executed targeted vulnerability assessments, successfully validating 70% of critical API endpoints against exploitation.
  • Hardened network defenses by integrating automated OWASP scanning directly into the CI/CD pipeline and enforcing least-privilege firewall rules.

Cyber Security Intern

CyberSapiens United LLP

Feb 2022 – Oct 2022 · Remote
  • Conducted live, offensive VAPT across high-profile enterprise, educational, and financial environments from an active adversary perspective.
  • Uncovered and documented critical real-world vulnerabilities, including advanced XSS, sensitive AWS Access Key leaks, and Open Redirection.
  • Translated complex adversarial findings into actionable, high-impact remediation strategies to prevent data exfiltration and account takeovers.

Projects

Cloud Resume Challenge (AWS)

Built and deployed a responsive, serverless resume website entirely on AWS infrastructure to demonstrate full-stack cloud engineering and DevOps principles.

Impact

Implemented infrastructure as code (IaC) for automated deployment, established a CI/CD pipeline, and integrated a serverless DynamoDB/Lambda visitor counter.

Key Tech
AWS S3 CloudFront Route 53 API Gateway Lambda DynamoDB GitHub Actions Terraform Python

Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) Prototype

Designed and developed a hardware-based prototype of an Unmanned Ground Vehicle to explore the intersections of embedded systems, automation, and physical security vectors.

Key Tech
Microcontrollers Embedded Programming Wireless Modules Power Management
Impact

Integrated sensor arrays and motor control circuits for remote navigation, providing a tangible platform to analyze firmware vulnerabilities.

Offensive Security Labs (TryHackMe & HackTheBox)

Consistently solve complex, real-world penetration testing scenarios to sharpen offensive security methodologies, network pivoting, and exploit development.

Focus Areas
Active Directory Web App Pentesting Privilege Escalation Vuln Assessment
Impact

Achieved advanced platform rankings by enumerating and exploiting diverse target environments using Burp Suite, Nmap, and Metasploit.

Certifications

Education

  • Msc in Cyber Security

    University College Cork, Ireland

    2026 – 2027

  • Bachelors of Computer Applications

    Amity University Chhattisgarh, India

    2022 – 2025

Achievements

  • Successfully reported critical vulnerabilities to diverse enterprise clients, including educational and financial institutions.
  • Actively participated in open bug bounty programs, identifying vulnerabilities on public-facing assets.
  • Granted Hall of Fame status for responsible security research and vulnerability disclosures.
  • Served as Vice President of the Ethical Hacking Club at Amity University Chhattisgarh, organizing security seminars and mentoring students on foundational cybersecurity concepts and industry pathways.