Based in Berlin, Germany

Shrish
Arunesh

// CS Student · Backend Development · Application Security

CS student in Berlin specialising in backend systems, API security, and vulnerability detection. Building practical experience in authentication and AppSec, aligned with NIS2 compliance requirements shaping the German tech landscape. Currently seeking Werkstudent roles in Berlin's fintech and tech sector.

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  "city": "Berlin 🇩🇪",
  "degree": "BSc CS 2026",
  "focus": "Backend + AppSec",
  "target": "Werkstudent · Berlin"
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Things I Built

Project 01

Secure Auth API

Backend authentication system implementing JWT, bcrypt password hashing, rate limiting, and brute-force defense. Demonstrates security-first API design with a live frontend.

FastAPIbcryptJWTRate LimitingOWASP A07
Project 02

2FA Auth System

Two-factor authentication backend using TOTP with QR code generation and Google Authenticator integration. Addresses OWASP A07, broken authentication, at the implementation level.

FastAPITOTP / pyotpQR CodesJWTOWASP A07
Project 03 — In Progress

Web Vulnerability Scanner

Modular AppSec tool that scans a target URL and produces severity-rated findings across OWASP Top 10 categories. HTTP headers, SSL/TLS, port scanning, SQLi, and XSS complete. Directory traversal in progress.

Completed so far
FastAPI backend skeleton + CORS
HTTP security headers scanner
SSL/TLS certificate scanner
Port scanner (10 common ports)
SQL injection detection
XSS vulnerability detection
Directory traversal — upcoming
FastAPIPythonOWASP Top 10SQLiXSSSSL/TLS

What I Work With

Languages
PythonJavaScriptHTML / CSSSQL
Security & Backend
FastAPIREST APIsJWTbcryptTOTP / 2FAOWASP Top 10Rate LimitingSSL/TLS
Tools & Platforms
Git / GitHubLinuxCVATRenderGitHub Pages
Hindi Native
English C1
German A2 → B1

Published Work

2025
Animal Detection Model — IEEE Published Research
Academic Team Project · Computer Vision · BSBI Berlin
  • Co-authored a published research paper on a machine learning model for animal species detection and classification
  • Annotated and preprocessed large image datasets using CVAT for supervised learning pipeline
  • View on IEEE Xplore ↗

Where I've Worked

10.2021 —
04.2022
Technical Support Agent — Netspark VPN
SupportYourApp · Remote & Office · International Team
  • Resolved up to 100 user requests daily via Zoho CRM, subscriptions, device setup, and VPN connectivity issues
  • Diagnosed installation errors and connection failures across Windows, macOS, Android and iOS
  • Wrote structured escalation notes for the development team, reducing repeat contacts
  • Operated in rotating shifts within a remote-first international team across English-speaking markets

Where I Study

🎓
B.Sc. Computer Science & Digitization
BSBI Berlin · Degree by University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
Expected Graduation — October 2026
Key modules
Fundamentals of CS Algorithms & Python Database Design Critical Infrastructure Protection Cyber Management Priorities Machine Learning & Visualisation Predictive Analysis Statistics for Data Analysis Advanced Simulation Techniques Digital Economy & Transformation CS for Digital Engineering (C++)
📜 Certifications
ISC2 — Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
International Information System Security Certification Consortium
Issued 28.03.2026 · Valid 3 years Completed
IONOS Cloud — Technical Presales
IONOS SE · Cloud Division
Issued 31.10.2025 · Expires 31.12.2026 Active
IONOS Cloud — Compute Engine Sales
IONOS SE · Cloud Division
Issued 14.11.2025 · Expires 31.12.2026 Active

Get In Touch

CS student in Berlin on a student residence permit, eligible to work up to 20 hours per week. Available for Werkstudent positions in backend development or application security. Open to internships and technical project collaboration.