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irangi Udeshika Gunasena

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irangi Udeshika Gunasena
Software QA and Cyber Security Professional

I am a passionate and results-oriented IT professional with extensive experience in Software Quality Assurance, Test Automation, QA Leadership, and Cyber Security.

I have completed a Master of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics with First Class Honours at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), New Zealand. This programme strengthened my expertise in cybersecurity, digital forensics, cloud security, network security, threat analysis, and machine learning. I also hold a Master of Information Management and a BSc in Information Technology from the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT).

My professional experience spans banking, financial services, exchange houses, ERP systems, and mobile applications, with expertise in:

Software Quality Assurance and Test Management
Test Automation (IBM Rational Functional Tester, Selenium)
Agile, Scrum, RUP, and CMMI methodologies
Defect and Test Management (Bugzilla, Net-Tracking)
Database Testing (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL)
Cybersecurity, cloud security, and network security principles

I have successfully established and led QA teams in Bahrain, the UAE, and Sri Lanka, delivering high-quality software through continuous improvement, process optimisation, and customer-focused practices.

Beyond my professional career, I have served as an Area Director and Club President in Toastmasters International, where I continue to develop leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

As a lifelong chess enthusiast and former national team captain, I value strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, discipline, and continuous learning. I am passionate about combining my expertise in Quality Assurance, Test Automation, and Cyber Security to build secure, reliable, and high-quality technology solutions while embracing emerging technologies.

🎂 MoTaBirthday | July 31, 2026

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