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▶Pune, Maharashtra · B.Tech Cybersecurity
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Professional Summary
Second-year B.Tech Cybersecurity student specializing in the intersection of security and human behavior, with hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, digital forensics, and web application security.
Skilled in applying OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and the Cyber Kill Chain, along with practical tools like Nmap for network reconnaissance, log analysis, and foundational security monitoring.
Beyond technical work, I actively bridge the gap between cybersecurity and awareness—leading a 30-member cybersecurity chapter, delivering sessions to 1,500+ individuals across diverse audiences, and building projects focused on real-world security challenges.
Recognized for strong analytical thinking, threat communication, leadership, and a research-driven approach, I aim to contribute as a SOC Analyst Intern, Security Analyst Intern, or Web Security Intern, while continuously strengthening expertise in detection, analysis, and human-centric security.
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Security Domains
Frameworks
Tools & Platforms
Programming
Networking
PROJECTS.log
Dead Reckoning Series
Digital Forensics & Cyber Threat Analysis Initiative
Initiated and successfully executed a structured series focused on digital forensics and cyber threat analysis. Led speaker outreach, coordinated 5+ industry experts, and facilitated expert-led sessions under the 0x0 PIR4T3S global cybersecurity community, reaching 250+ students. Covered real-world attack investigations, forensic techniques, and threat analysis methodologies, connecting practical DFIR insights with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
Blind Spot Series
Cyber Awareness & Threat Intelligence Initiative
Designed and delivered a structured cyber awareness initiative across 5+ schools, training 1,500+ students in phishing detection, social engineering defense, and network security hygiene. Mapped learning modules to MITRE ATT&CK techniques to align awareness with real-world attack patterns.
Cybersecurity Research Papers
Research Intern – Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI)
Authored two research papers during a full-time internship at the Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI), focusing on Digital Forensics in Cybersecurity and the Psychological Aspects of Cybersecurity. Conducted in-depth analysis of forensic investigation techniques, human behavior in cyber threats, attacker motivations, and human-centric security challenges, combining technical and psychological perspectives.
Secure Task Manager
Mini Project – Secure Task Management Application
Developed a basic task management application as a second-year mini project, focusing on implementing fundamental security concepts such as input validation, user authentication, and session handling. Explored secure coding practices aligned with OWASP principles while understanding common web application vulnerabilities.
Nmap Port Scanning & Network Reconnaissance
Network Security Analysis Project (Pregrad Mentorship)
Performed network reconnaissance using Nmap during a 3-month cybersecurity mentorship program at Pregrad, identifying open ports, active services, and potential vulnerabilities. Analyzed scan outputs to understand exposure points and basic attack surfaces, strengthening practical skills in network security assessment and enumeration techniques.
EXPERIENCE.db
Cybersecurity Mentorship Program
PreGrad · 3 Months
- Performed hands-on vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and OWASP Top 10 exploitation on TryHackMe; conducted Nmap network security reconnaissance and service enumeration.
- Applied SIEM-aligned log analysis, alert triage, and Cyber Kill Chain threat-mapping to incident case studies.
Cybersecurity Research Intern
Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI)
- Executed digital forensics investigations on simulated security incidents: evidence acquisition, packet analysis, log analysis, and chain-of-custody documentation aligned to incident response procedures.
- Researched attacker TTPs mapped to MITRE ATT&CK; authored papers on threat intelligence and social engineering threat detection; contributed Cyber Kill Chain analysis to SOC defensive strategy and security monitoring frameworks.
Chapter Lead – 0x0 PIR4T3S SSPU
0x0 PIR4T3S Symbiosis Skills & Professional University Chapter
- Founded a 30-member cybersecurity chapter; led the "Dead Reckoning" digital forensics series workshops.
- Spearheaded "Blind Spot Series" a cyberawareness campaign reaching 1,500+ students; represented SSPU & visited at C-DAC Pune,ISC2 Chapter Pune, AWS User Group Pune, and International Youth Conference (IYC10) – New York.
CERTIFICATIONS
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Ranked competitive security practitioner across multiple Capture The Flag competitions.
Holmes 2025 CTF
Blue Team / SOC Track
DefCon Pune CTF
Competitive Security
HackZero CTF
Multi-domain Challenge
VishwaCTF 2026
CyberCell VIT
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CONTACT.ssh
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