Michele C.
Senior Penetration Tester | Web, Cloud & Network Security
Ex-Amazon and ex-Accenture offensive security engineer. I go beyond automated scans to identify and exploit real-world vulnerabilities in production systems. I hold top-tier industry certifications including OSCE³, OSEP, OSED, OSWE, OSCP, CRTO, CRTE, and GPEN - among the most advanced credentials in the offensive security space. I focus on identifying real-world vulnerabilities in web applications, APIs, and cloud environments, going beyond automated tools to uncover issues that have actual impact. My work is centered around: • Authentication and session management flaws • Authorization issues (horizontal/vertical privilege escalation) • Business logic vulnerabilities • Injection vectors and input handling weaknesses I approach every assessment as an attacker would - manually testing the application to identify realistic attack paths and chaining vulnerabilities where possible. Each engagement includes clear and actionable deliverables: • Detailed findings with proof of concept • Realistic impact assessment • Practical remediation guidance • A professional report suitable for both technical teams and stakeholders I’ve worked with both startups and large-scale systems, and I’m comfortable operating in production environments when required. I also stay involved after the assessment, working with the team to re-test previously identified vulnerabilities and ensure they are properly resolved. Let’s discuss how I can help secure your business.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $3.9k
Billed in all: $14,053$14k
$1.3k in the last 6 months
Across 4 contracts
Across 9 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Dotted: longer than usual between two readings. Hatched: over two weeks without one.
Skill rankings: #1 in 1 skill of 11
Rarest: top 14% in Gray Box Testing, of 7. Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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