Balaji Prasanth

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About Balaji Prasanth

A cybersecurity engineer specializing in securing APIs, managing identity access, and defending systems against evolving threats. With hands-on expertise in CA Layer 7 API Gateway, I design and implement secure, high-performance policies focused on authentication, authorization, and threat detection. I build customized solutions using the OAuth Toolkit (OTK) and develop custom assertions to extend and fine-tune security logic, ensuring granular control and enterprise-grade protection across API layers. Core Skillset: API Security & Access Control: CA Layer 7, OAuth 2.0, OpenAPI (Swagger), Postman Identity & Access Management: Advanced OAuth 2.0 (auth code, client credentials, token introspection), OTK customization, secure token handling Custom Development: Custom assertion scripting for fine-grained control over API behavior Blue Team Operations: Monitoring, alerting, and incident response using Prometheus and Grafana Network Security: Strong foundation in TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewalls for end-to-end protection Cloud & Automation: Working knowledge of AWS (EC2, S3, VPC) and Terraform (in progress) What sets me apart is my ability to build secure systems that are both resilient and scalable. I thrive under pressure and excel at translating security requirements into reliable, real-world solutions, whether through rapid incident response or building future-proof API policies.