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Niket Vaghela

Junior Cyber Security Analyst

Gujarat, India $10/hr Remote Full-time
71
Profile Score

About

Motivated Junior Cyber Security Analyst with a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) and hands-on experience in Security Operations (SOC). Certified Google Cybersecurity Professional with practical proficiency in monitoring SIEM tools (Wazuh, Splunk), identifying threats, and executing vulnerability assessments. Proven ability to automate incident response workflows using Python and document technical findings for stakeholders. Eager to apply strong analytical skills and knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS) to strengthen organizational security posture.

Skills & Expertise (4)

Python Intermediate
6.8/10
1.5
Years Exp
5
Proficiency
4
Experience
10
Recency
8
Demand
Vulnerability Assessment Intermediate
6.4/10
1.5
Years Exp
5
Proficiency
4
Experience
8
Recency
8
Demand
analytical skills Intermediate
6.0/10
1.5
Years Exp
5
Proficiency
4
Experience
10
Recency
6
Demand
Documentation Skills Intermediate
5.8/10
1.5
Years Exp
5
Proficiency
4
Experience
8
Recency
6
Demand

Work Experience

Cyber Security Intern

Linux World Informatics Pvt Ltd

6-2025 - Present

Scripted integration of ThreatFox API using Python to automate IOC collection. Designed and deployed a real-time Threat Intelligence Dashboard to visualize active attack vectors. Developed a pipeline to enrich security logs with GeoIP data for faster incident triage.

Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration

Self-Initiated

07-2025 - 07-2025

Conducted a full-scope web application assessment, identifying critical OWASP Top 10 flaws including Broken Access Control and Cryptographic Failures. Mapped hidden endpoints using FFUF and validated findings via Burp Suite, exposing unencrypted login mechanisms vulnerable to MITM attacks. Authored a comprehensive technical report detailing risk impact and remediation steps, demonstrating strong documentation skills required for compliance and reporting.

Cyber Security Intern

Linux World Informatics Pvt Ltd

06-2025 - 08-2025

Scripted the integration of ThreatFox API using Python to automate the collection of Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), significantly reducing manual time spent on threat hunting. Developed a real-time dashboard (Flask/Leaflet.js) to visualize active attack vectors globally, providing the operations team with immediate situational awareness. Built a pipeline to correlate raw IP addresses with GeoIP data, enhancing the context of security logs to accelerate incident triage.

Automated Security Operations Center (SOC) Home Lab

Self-Initiated

01-2026 - Present

Designed and deployed a functional SIEM infrastructure using Wazuh on an Ubuntu Server to monitor real-time security logs and events across Windows 10 endpoints. Engineered an automated defense system (SOAR) using Active Response scripts to instantly detect Brute Force attacks and block attacker IPs via dynamic firewall rules. Validated detection logic by simulating adversarial techniques using Hydra (Kali Linux), successfully mapping incidents to MITRE ATT&CK T1110. Analyzed security logs to verify remediation success, demonstrating a strong understanding of SOC operations and network traffic analysis.

Education

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

2024 - 2026 · India

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

2021 - 2024 · India

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

2021 - 2024 · India

Certifications

Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

Coursera / Google · 2025

Hands-on training in Python, Linux, SQL, SIEM tools (Chronicle/Splunk), and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS). Comprehensive curriculum covering the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

Coursera · 2025

Comprehensive training in Python, Linux, SQL, SIEM tools, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

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Profile Score Breakdown

📷 Photo 0/10
📄 Resume 10/10
💼 Job Title 10/10
✍️ Bio 10/10
🛠️ Skills 9/20
🎓 Education 10/10
⏱️ Experience 7/15
💰 Rate 5/5
🏆 Certs 5/5
Verified 5/5
Total Score 71/100

Profile Overview

Member sinceJan 2026
ExperienceBeginner
Work ModeRemote
AvailabilityFull-time

Availability Details

Current Company

Independent Security Researcher

Visa Status

No Visa

Relocation

Open to Relocation

Skills (4)

Python Vulnerability Assessment analytical skills Documentation Skills