I am Dmitry Bulkot, a security-focused network engineer with a solid foundation in building and securing complex IT infrastructures. I specialize in offensive security, penetration testing, vulnerability research, and security governance for financial institutions, healthcare, and government agencies. Over the years I have combined hands-on testing with threat modeling and security architecture reviews to deliver robust defense strategies. I am comfortable across Windows/Linux/macOS, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), mobile apps, and API security, and I enjoy translating findings into practical mitigations that reduce risk.

Dmitry Bulkot

I am Dmitry Bulkot, a security-focused network engineer with a solid foundation in building and securing complex IT infrastructures. I specialize in offensive security, penetration testing, vulnerability research, and security governance for financial institutions, healthcare, and government agencies. Over the years I have combined hands-on testing with threat modeling and security architecture reviews to deliver robust defense strategies. I am comfortable across Windows/Linux/macOS, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), mobile apps, and API security, and I enjoy translating findings into practical mitigations that reduce risk.

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I am Dmitry Bulkot, a security-focused network engineer with a solid foundation in building and securing complex IT infrastructures. I specialize in offensive security, penetration testing, vulnerability research, and security governance for financial institutions, healthcare, and government agencies.

Over the years I have combined hands-on testing with threat modeling and security architecture reviews to deliver robust defense strategies. I am comfortable across Windows/Linux/macOS, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), mobile apps, and API security, and I enjoy translating findings into practical mitigations that reduce risk.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Principal Security Consultant at BeSecure Ltd.
August 1, 2022 - Present
Conducted 50+ diverse penetration tests and security assessments across financial, healthcare, and government sectors. Overseeing client engagements to ensure seamless project delivery and clear communication.
Senior Penetration Tester at DEFEND Ltd.
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Conducting in-depth penetration testing, including mobile application review and source code reviews. Led security engagements for top-tier clients, delivering comprehensive vulnerability reports and remediating security gaps.
Senior Penetration Tester at IAG
July 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Performing infrastructure and application penetration tests; application source code review; design reviews. Involvement in security awareness programs and events; PCI DSS/CIS related testing.
Security Consultant | Penetration Tester at Lateral Security
February 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019
Internal and external infrastructure, wireless and web application penetration testing; mobile device and application review; application source code review; network design review; security configuration reviews; PCI DSS/CIS related testing.
Security Analyst at Datacom
December 1, 2015 - February 1, 2017
Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) / Incident Response; Incident Response Handbook/Playbook design; Monitoring/Tuning SIEM; Vulnerability Management; Reporting.
Senior Engineer – Networks & Security at Origin IT
December 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015
Managing and BAU operations on security and network infrastructure for multiple corporate clients; design and development of network infrastructure; DR planning; vendor coordination and team supervision.
Level 2 Network Analyst - FONTERRA project at Network Edge Ltd.
August 1, 2012 - December 1, 2013
Analyzing and developing network design; commissioning, configuring, testing and maintaining Cisco, Juniper, Bluecoat, Riverbed, HP equipment; security infrastructure changes; customer coordination.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences (Networks & Security) at Auckland University of Technology
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Master’s Degree in Computers, Computers Complexes and Net Systems at Moscow State Institute of Radio-Engineering, Electronics and Automation
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Certified Red Team Professional (CRTP)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Linux Professional Institute (LPI-1)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Routing & Switching)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026
Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Government, Healthcare, Professional Services, Software & Internet