Cybersecurity Professional
Protecting digital assets through advanced threat analysis, penetration testing, and security architecture. Specialized in incident response, vulnerability assessment, and security compliance frameworks.
Dedicated cybersecurity professional with 8+ years of experience protecting organizations from evolving cyber threats and ensuring robust security postures.
With over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity landscape, my journey has been driven by an enduring passion for both breaking and building secure systems. What began as a curiosity about vulnerabilities evolved into a lifelong commitment to protecting critical infrastructure, empowering others, and shaping the future of cybersecurity.
Iโve had the privilege to work across financial sector, healthcare sector, and government agencies, leading initiatives to safeguard sensitive data and harden digital environments against evolving threats.
Beyond operational security, I actively contribute to the cybersecurity research community, explore emerging threat landscapes, and share insights through:
With a rare blend of technical depth, strategic vision, and a drive to give back to the community, I continue to support the next generation of cybersecurity leaders while staying on the frontlines of threat defense.
Proactive threat prevention and mitigation
Advanced persistent threat detection
Leading security operations teams
Quick incident response and recovery
Strong academic foundation in cybersecurity and computer science, complemented by industry certifications and continuous professional development.
London Metropolitan University
๐ 2019 - 2021
University of Westminster
๐ 2022 - 2024
Asia e University
๐ 2014 - 2018
Industry-recognized certifications demonstrating expertise across multiple cybersecurity domains and continuous professional development.
Certification Number: ECC6832740159
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: October 27, 2024
Key Skills: Leads technically skilled teams, establishes efficient security processes, and tackles evolving cybersecurity threats.
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Certification Number: ECC5647983210
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: June 19, 2022
Key Skills: Strong technical background, high teaching standards, and engaging instructional methods.
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Certification Number: ECC11654768503
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: June 22, 2015
Key Skills: Advanced penetration testing methodology, real-world exploit analysis, and strong knowledge of compliance-driven security testing.
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Certification Number: ECC0921386745
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: October 9, 2021
Key Skills: Create incident response policies, manage network attacks, contain insider threats, and handle malware-based incidents.
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Certification Number: ECC8417063592
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: March 6, 2025
Key Skills: Centralized log management, SIEM use case development, alert triage, incident response, and deep understanding of log-event relationships.
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Certification Number: ECC34064171984
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: May 25, 2015
Key Skills: Design, secure, and test networks, interpret test results, and identify threats and vulnerabilities to protect organizational assets.
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Certification Number: ECC57502003565
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: February 27, 2015
Key Skills: Forensic investigation, evidence collection, incident reporting, cybercrime analysis, and auditing systems to prevent recurring attacks.
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Certification Number: ECC96154788108
Issuer: EC-Council
Issued On: July 13, 2009
Key Skills: Intrusion detection, policy creation, buffer overflows, virus development, DDoS simulation, and social engineering.
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Issued By: ISACA
Issued To: Haran Mamankaran
Date Issued: September 19, 2019
Key Skills: Risk management, security governance, incident response strategy, and alignment of cybersecurity with business objectives.
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Issued By: ISACA
Date Issued: February 19, 2021
Key Skills: Privacy by design, data lifecycle management, governance alignment, and enterprise privacy operations.
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Issued By: CompTIA
Date Issued: May 11, 2018
Key Skills: CySA+ validates proactive threat hunting, SIEM monitoring, and incident response skills through real-world analytical techniques and communication best practices.
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Issued By: CompTIA
Date Issued: June 03, 2023
Key Skills: Cloud+ certifies professionals with the technical skills required to deploy, secure, and optimize cloud-based infrastructure services across diverse platforms to meet business and operational goals.
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Issued By: INE
Date Issued: May 21, 2022
Key Skills: This credential confirms foundational penetration testing skills including vulnerability discovery, basic exploitation techniques, and secure reporting โ ideal for early-stage ethical hackers.
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Issued By: INE
Date Issued: August 28, 2022
Key Skills: The eMAPT certifies your ability to build and exploit real-world iOS and Android apps. It validates hands-on mobile assessment skills from coding POCs to bypassing protections.
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Issued By: INE
Date Issued: December 21, 2022
Key Skills: The eNDP certifies hands-on network defense skills such as vulnerability management, secure network design, endpoint hardening, and patch management. Ideal for defensive security roles.
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Issued By: INE
Date Issued: July 6, 2025
Key Skills: The eCPPT certification validates real-world penetration testing ability through a hands-on exam requiring exploit development, pivoting, and post-exploitation โ followed by a professional-grade report reviewed manually.
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15+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience across the Telecom, Healthcare, Finance, and Food transportation sectors.
Sysco Labs
๐ Colombo, Sri Lanka
๐ 2024 - Present
๐ฅ Full-time
Dialog Axiata PLC
๐ Colombo, Sri Lanka
๐ 2019 - 2024
๐ฅ Full-time
Dialog Axiata PLC
๐ Colombo, Sri Lanka
๐ 2017 - 2019
๐ฅ Full-time
Dialog Axiata PLC
๐ Colombo, Sri Lanka
๐ 2013 - 2017
๐ฅ Full-time
Dialog Axiata PLC
๐ Colombo, Sri Lanka
๐ 2010 - 2013
๐ฅ Full-time
Comprehensive cybersecurity skill set covering offensive security, defensive operations, and strategic security management with hands-on experience across multiple domains.
Industry recognition for excellence in cybersecurity, leadership, and innovative contributions to the field.
Axiata Group Berhad
Recognized for 0.5% outstanding employee performance across the Axiata Group of Companines.
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC
Dialog Axiata PLC