Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
Additional Information
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Chanan Burstein

Red Team Engineer
Herzilyah

Summary

Highly skilled Red Team Engineer with a comprehensive background in cybersecurity. Proficient in conducting penetration testing, system exploitation, vulnerability assessments, network security monitoring, and forensic analysis. Demonstrated expertise in threat modeling, security frameworks, and intrusion detection. Experience in building and exploiting Linux servers, coupled with a strong understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc., and scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript. Proven ability to handle high-stress situations, make critical decisions swiftly, and implement effective cybersecurity measures.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Red Team Engineer / Penetration Tester

Elefense
12.2022 - Current
  • Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on a wide range of systems and applications, across both public and private networks, using tools such as WireShark, Splunk, Snort, and NMAP
  • Build and exploit Linux servers, identifying and documenting vulnerabilities, and recommending mitigation strategies
  • Develop and implement strategies for DDOS mitigation, XSS, SQL injection, and ethical hacking
  • Conduct network security monitoring and forensic analysis to detect and respond to security incidents
  • Perform threat modeling and adhere to security frameworks to maintain system security
  • Create and leverage custom exploits and develop testing scripts and procedures
  • Perform social engineering tests to assess the effectiveness of security awareness training
  • Engage in continuous enhancement of security services, methodology materials, and supporting assets
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system security, communicate technical vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.

Intern

International Institute for Counter
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Contributed to the production and dissemination of high-impact publications on counter-terrorism strategies
  • Engaged in research, analysis, and editing, ensuring the quality and relevance of published content
  • Collaborated with a team of experts, influencing the discourse on counter-terrorism on a global scale.

Student Representative

Reichman University
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Head of outreach for student life on campus, organizing and planning social events.

Ambassador
01.2021
  • StandWithUs: Speaker Series |
  • Encouraged dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians through lectures and conversations.

Regional Sales Representative

Hakubia LTD
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Interacted with potential customers in a retail environment, demonstrating product features and benefits
  • Successfully sold over 200 units during tenure.

Combat Soldier | Givati, Israeli Defense Forces
12.2019 - 03.2021
  • Engaged in high-stress combat situations, strengthening team-building skills and mental fortitude
  • Developed ability to make swift, effective decisions under pressure.

Education

B.A. - Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy

Reichman University
01.2021 - 04.2024

Bootcamp - Cyber Security

ThriveDX
Israel
07.2022 - 10.2022

Skills

JavaScript

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Accomplishments

  • Constant self-improvement through online platforms such as TryHack Me and Freecodecamp
  • Regular practice of cybersecurity skills by building and penetrating Linux servers
  • FUTURE SKILL DEVELOPMENT
  • Plan to obtain industry-recognized certifications such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
  • Aiming to gain experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Intend to develop skills in reverse engineering for a better understanding of malware and software vulnerabilities
  • Looking to expand knowledge in mobile application security
  • Interested in physical security assessments as part of comprehensive security engagements.

Certification

Jr. Penetration Tester | TryHack Me

Affiliations

Member, Debate Society: Enhanced critical thinking and public speaking skills through regular debate sessions.

Additional Information

  • Plan to obtain industry-recognized certifications such as Offensive Security Certified , Professional (OSCP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN).
  • Aiming to gain experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Intend to develop skills in reverse engineering for a better understanding of malware and software vulnerabilities.
  • Looking to expand knowledge in mobile application security.
  • Interested in physical security assessments as part of comprehensive security engagements.
  • I will be obtaining a Masters degree in Cyber Security and Information assurance.

Timeline

Red Team Engineer / Penetration Tester

Elefense
12.2022 - Current

Bootcamp - Cyber Security

ThriveDX
07.2022 - 10.2022

Intern

International Institute for Counter
01.2022 - 01.2023

Regional Sales Representative

Hakubia LTD
03.2021 - 09.2021

Student Representative

Reichman University
01.2021 - 01.2024

Ambassador
01.2021

B.A. - Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy

Reichman University
01.2021 - 04.2024

Combat Soldier | Givati, Israeli Defense Forces
12.2019 - 03.2021
Chanan BursteinRed Team Engineer