AI-Driven Security Researcher and Penetration Tester, Technical Lead at CREST Cybersecurity Club. 1st place at IU Hack2Xploit 3.0 (12-hr solo CTF, 19+ flags, 600+ participants, Defcon Pune Chapter). Awarded responsible disclosure certificates from Max Healthcare (P4), TMF Group (P5), Perfios (P5), and Sai Life Sciences (P5). 7+ industry internships, 25+ certifications including Fortinet FCA, ZTCA, AI-Driven Cybersecurity Automation, and Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals.
Education
Pimpri Chinchwad University, Pune
Focus: Network Security, Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics, Incident Response
Leadership & Community
CREST Cybersecurity Club, Pimpri Chinchwad University
- Technical Lead of CREST CTF 2026 "Operation Ghost Mantis" — 2,000+ participants, zero downtime
- Felicitated by PCU Vice-Chancellor Dr. Santosh Sonavane with a trophy for the CREST CTF win (Apr 2026)
- Leading technical initiatives and cybersecurity awareness for 100+ members
- Created complex CTF challenges that remained unsolved by top-ranked teams
Professional Experience
Hacktify Cyber Security LLP
- Performing web application penetration testing for client engagements
- Authoring formal advisory reports — vulnerability walkthrough, exploit chain, remediation
EduSkills (AICTE × Fortinet)
- Earned Fortinet Certified Associate (FCA) credential
- Configured FortiGate policies, VPNs, and intrusion prevention in lab environments
Edunet Foundation × VOIS for Tech (AICTE)
- Built AI-augmented threat detection pipelines using LLMs for log analysis
- Implemented Zero-Trust principles across simulated cloud environments
CyberWarLab
- Working on advanced penetration testing and vulnerability research
- Applying offensive security and red team methodologies in live engagements
Cryptonic Area
- Completed intensive program; Letter of Recommendation from CEO
- Conducted full-stack vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
EduSkills Academy (AICTE)
- Ranked Outstanding (O) in 10-week offensive security internship
- Developed expertise in vulnerability discovery and PoC development
ShadowFox
- Completed MSME/ISO certified program with real-time lab challenges
- Performed penetration testing, cracking, and hash analysis
AICTE × Palo Alto Networks
- Studied cloud security, firewall configuration, SIEM, and SOC operations
- Implemented Zero-Trust reference designs in lab exercises
Featured Projects
CipherX Pro v4.2.0
AI Decoding EngineBuilt recursive multi-layer decoding engine supporting 73+ operations with sub-10ms latency. Features parallel processing and LRU caching.
PCAP-StoryTeller
Network ForensicsTransforms raw PCAP files into interactive attack storyboards with threat detection, attack graphs, and automated forensic reports.
Responsible Disclosure
CTF & Achievements
Events & Workshops
PCCOE Training & Placement Cell
Single point of contact between participating companies and the placement cell. Coordinated logistics, scheduling, and on-ground execution.
TechVerse Nexus · 6 Feb 2026
Hands-on workshop on practical AI applications, generative models, and integrating AI into everyday workflows.