Hi, I'm Vaishnav 👋
A Software Engineer turned Cybersecurity enthusiast with a fervent commitment to fostering digital safety.
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About

Recently completed my MSc in Cyber Security from the University of the West of England and currently working as a Software Development Engineer. With a strong background in both cybersecurity and software development, I've gained extensive experience in developing secure applications, conducting penetration testing, and implementing robust security solutions. My diverse skill set spans various programming languages and frameworks, complemented by a deep understanding of security principles and best practices.

Work Experience

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AlsoIT
Full Stack
AI
Cybersecurity

September 2024 - Present
Software Development Engineer
• Led a team of six to develop an AI-driven CRM with accounting, collaboration, and automation features
• Built and optimized a property rental platform, boosting profits 10x and cutting costs 3x with SEO and UX best practices
• Enhanced security, doubling network protection through switch configuration, access controls, and enterprise-grade protocols
• Upgraded network infrastructure, improving routing and rewiring for 2.5x faster speeds across the office
• Integrated Active Directory, streamlining system administration by 50% and improving operational efficiency
• Deployed load-balanced systems with redundant backup servers, ensuring high availability and failover protection
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Freelance
SDE
UX/UI
Full Stack

September 2023 - September 2024
Freelancer
• Built custom web apps with modern UI/UX, boosting user engagement by 30%.
• Optimized front-end performance, reducing load times by 40% through scalable architecture and caching.
• Developed and integrated APIs, automating workflows and cutting manual tasks by 50%.
• Improved SEO & accessibility, increasing organic traffic by 25% and ensuring WCAG compliance.
• Managed global clients, delivering projects on time with a 98% satisfaction rate.
• Built e-commerce platforms with secure payments, increasing conversions by 20%.
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Cyber Nexus
Digital Marketing
SEO
UX/UI Design

June 2023 - Present
Founder
• Developed and deployed a full-stack web platform for client campaign management, reducing operational overhead by 30% through automation.
• Engineered and optimized ad analytics dashboards, enabling data-driven decision-making and improving ad performance by 40%.
• Built and maintained high-performance landing pages and marketing funnels, increasing conversion rates by 25% using A/B testing.
• Led a cross-functional team of developers, designers, and marketers to deliver digital solutions, managing 10+ client projects concurrently.
• Integrated AI-driven tools for automated content generation and audience targeting, reducing manual effort by 50%.
• Secured and optimized website infrastructures, implementing best practices in web security and performance, reducing load times by 35%.
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Smartways
Wordpress
UX/UI Design

January 2023 - January 2024
Full Stack Developer & UX Designer
• Developed scalable web apps using Angular, React, and Node.js, increasing user engagement by 30% and reducing server response times by 50%.
• Collaborated with clients to deliver tailored IT and graphic solutions, exceeding project expectations.
• Built internal tools like uptime monitoring and CRM pipelines to streamline operations.
• Led 27+ simultaneous projects, delivering custom websites and APIs using the latest technologies.
• Optimized website performance with React and Node.js, boosting load speeds by 80% and increasing client sales by 50%.
• Created a Shopify extension with automation features, enabling scalable functionality across e-commerce platforms.
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ExploreIt

January 2022 - April 2022
Android Developer
Lead a team for building an Android Application to help the NGO spread their campaigns.
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Gurugram Police

June 2021 - July 2021
Cyber Security Intern
Assisted the Law Enforcement Agency with cases requiring advice on Modus Operandi for Cyber Scammers. Gathered OSINT data and used specialized tools for information gathering activities.

Education

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University of the West of England

2023 - 2024
MSc Cyber Security
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Symbiosis International University

2020 - 2023
Bachelor of Computer Application
F

Father Agnel School

2018 - 2020
Higher Secondary (A Levels)

Skills

Python
NodeJS
PHP
HTML/CSS
Javascript
Java
SQL
Docker
React
Angular
Express
Linux
AWS
Azure
GCP
Penetration Testing
SIEM
Cryptography
React
Next.js
Typescript
Node.js
Python
Go
Postgres
Docker
Kubernetes
Java
C++
My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

Cumbrian Dreams

A website for a Holiday Rental Company. Built using a a 3 tier architecture, this website is responsive and has a production ready infrastructure ready to scale.

Full Stack Development
React
Next.js
PostgreSQL
Supabase
Prisma
Website

Cyber Nexus

A website for a Digital Marketing Agency and a Software Development Company. Built using a custom theme for wordpress website using Elementor, this theme is responsive and has a clean design.

Digital Marketing
SEO
UX/UI Design
Wordpress
Elementor
Website

Security Home Lab

Simulating and Pentesting a Corporate Network with SIEMs, Firewalls, & VLAN Segmentation

SIEM
Firewalls
VLAN
Pentesting
Network Security

Windows Malware C2

Developed Windows Malware with its Command-and-Control Server achieving 0% detection rate, deployed using Rubber Ducky

C++
Python
Windows API
Networking
Security
Hackathons

I like building things

During my time in university, I attended 1+ hackathons. People from around the country would come together and build incredible things in 2-3 days. It was eye-opening to see the endless possibilities brought to life by a group of motivated and passionate individuals.

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    Hack Western 5

    London, Ontario

    Developed a mobile application which delivered bedtime stories to children using augmented reality.
Contact

Get in Touch

Want to chat? Just shoot me a dm with a direct question on twitter and I'll respond whenever I can. I will ignore all soliciting.

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