NAVEEN
JAGADEESAN

I'm Naveen Jagadeesan, known online as TheVillageHacker. I'm a passionate Security Analyst, CRTP-certified Red Teamer, and cybersecurity researcher with over 6+ years of experience in application and network security.

My journey into hacking began with a curiosity for how things break — and more importantly, how to secure them. From humble beginnings as an IoT developer, I've worked through pentesting roles at leading security firms and financial institutions, performing over 300+ penetration tests and 50+ secure code reviews across Web, API, Mobile, and Thick Client platforms.

My professional experience spans organizations like Societe Generale and SISA Information Security, where I've led critical security assessments, mentored junior analysts, and developed automation tools to improve testing efficiency.

When I'm not breaking into applications ethically, I contribute to the community by reporting vulnerabilities, mentoring aspiring hackers, and sharing practical insights from the field.