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WarGames 1729

@wargames1729

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Cybersecurity Analyst Intern with a passion for public-sector security.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster growth in cybersecurity, emphasizing innovation and collaboration in a supportive environment.

I am a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst Intern currently pursuing my Master’s in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany, with a GPA of 3.90. My hands-on experience encompasses risk assessments, incident response, and security monitoring, utilizing tools such as Nessus, Burp Suite, and Wireshark. I have a strong focus on vulnerability management and compliance, driven by a passion for innovation in public-sector security.

Throughout my internship at the New York State Education Department, I have conducted comprehensive risk assessments and collaborated with users to resolve vulnerabilities. My previous roles have allowed me to build a solid foundation in cybersecurity, including deploying Snort IDS and conducting web pentesting. I am committed to continuous learning and contributing to the field of cybersecurity through research and practical applications.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

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New York State Education Department

Nov 2024 - Present (7 months)

Conducted risk assessments using Nessus and Qualys, tracking findings via Jira. Investigated security alerts with EDR and Next-Gen Firewall logs. Collaborated with users to resolve vulnerabilities and supported security compliance reviews.

Nessus Qualys Jira EDR Vulnerability Management Security Compliance Risk Assessment

Cybersecurity Intern

Code Grills

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Built an Android pentesting home-lab and conducted extensive OSINT research. Worked extensively on Linux systems for practical security testing.

OSINT Linux Security Testing Vulnerability Research

Research Intern

CESA VPKBIET

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)

Deployed Snort IDS and developed custom malware detection rules. Performed web penetration testing using Burp Suite and Nessus.

Burp suite Nessus Network Security

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University at Albany, SUNY

M.S. in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity

Grade: 3.90/4.0

Currently pursuing a Master's in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity. Focused on advanced topics in digital forensics, incident response, and cybersecurity policy.

Vellore Institute of Technology, Bhopal

B.Tech in Computer Science, Computer Science (Cyber Security & Digital Forensics)

Grade: 8.72/10

Activities and societies: Linux Club Member: Led 3+ workshops and open-source sessions. CVE Club – Blue Team: Performed pentesting on college sites using Nessus/OpenVAS.

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science with a specialization in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics. Gained foundational knowledge in cybersecurity, including risk assessment, web application security, and incident detection.