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Kimaya Chaudhari

@kimayachaudhari

Network security engineer specializing in vulnerability management and penetration testing.

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I seek a security-focused role (Security Consultant/Network Security) where I can perform penetration testing, vulnerability management, and strengthen enterprise network defenses while collaborating with global teams and advancing my skills.

I am a results-driven network security engineer with over four years of hands-on experience protecting enterprise networks and resolving complex security incidents. I hold CCNA (R&S) and CCNP Security certifications and have delivered consulting and troubleshooting services for global customers.

I specialize in vulnerability management and penetration testing, having identified and reported critical issues such as XSS, SQLi, CSRF, and privilege escalation for banking and enterprise software. I build tools — including a custom vulnerability scanner — and produce actionable reports that improve security posture and compliance.

I am proficient with VPN, AAA (RADIUS/TACACS), Cisco ISE, Firepower, IDS/IPS, Wireshark, Cisco CSPC, and core network protocols, and I work effectively with international clients to drive higher customer satisfaction and stronger network defenses.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Network Engineer

Cisco

Jun 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Provided network security consulting and advanced troubleshooting for global customers, resolving complex incidents and improving security posture through traffic analysis and Cisco CSPC diagnostics.

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Intern

Valency Network

Jun 2019 - Jul 2020 (1 year 1 month)

Executed penetration testing and security assessments on enterprise networks, identifying and documenting critical vulnerabilities including XSS, SQLi, and CSRF to strengthen protections.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Cisco

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security, Network Security

Completed Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security with Firepower in June 2023.

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IIT Jodhpur

Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Cybersecurity in February 2022 focusing on advanced security topics and hands-on defensive techniques.

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Cisco

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Networking

Earned Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification in May 2020.

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Cummins College of Engineering, Pune

Bachelor of Technology, Information Technology

Grade: Cummins College of Engineering, Pune

Graduated with a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology in May 2020.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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