Yashkumar Navadiya

Aspiring Security Analyst - Obsessed with Computer Viruses

About Me

I am Yashkumar Navadiya, a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of cybersecurity. I hold a Master’s degree in Informatics from Northeastern University, where I honed my skills in threat detection, incident response, and security architecture. With a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering from P P Savani University, I have a well-rounded technical background that spans various areas of computer science and engineering. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have gained hands-on experience with tools like Splunk, Wireshark, Azure Sentinel, and Nessus. I’ve also completed several real-world projects, including developing cybersecurity plans for financial firms and integrating Active Directory with Splunk for enhanced security monitoring. In addition to my technical skills, I am committed to continuous learning and professional development. I’ve earned numerous certifications, including the CompTIA PenTest+ and various badges on TryHackMe and HackTheBox. These achievements reflect my dedication to staying updated with the latest trends and techniques in cybersecurity. Currently based in Boston, MA, I am actively seeking challenging roles in cybersecurity where I can contribute to protecting organizations from evolving threats while continuing to grow my expertise in this dynamic field.

Yashkumar Navadiya

What I'm working on

Wazuh Security Monitoring Lab Setup

Wazuh Security Monitoring Lab Setup

Implemented a comprehensive security monitoring ....
Practical Web Application Security and Testin

Practical Web Application Security and Testing

Web Vulnerability Identification: Engaged in identifying ....

Projects

SIEM Lab

SIEM Lab

Elastic Stack SIEM Configuration...
Active Directory and Splunk

AD & Splunk Integration

Active Directory and Splunk Integration...
Snort Lab

Snort IDS/IPS Lab

Snort configuration for network monitoring...
Wazuh Security Monitoring Lab

Wazuh Security Monitoring

Setup and monitor security events using Wazuh...

Experience

IT Support Assistant

Northeastern University | Boston, MA, USA (November 2022 - December 2023)


  • Coordinated hardware and software installations, streamlining onboarding processes for more than 75+ new and existing employees.
  • Analyzed asset management data, identifying opportunities for optimizing storage, implementing effective solutions, and updating hardware and employee information in the Web Help Desk database for streamlined management.
  • Installed and configured over 100+ desktops and a variety of hardware devices across multiple locations, including labs and offices, ensuring seamless functionality and accessibility.
  • Provided essential IT Technician and Support during Graduations, Orientations, and Faculty Events, ensuring seamless technology support for university events.
  • Managed CPS facilities and supplies, overseeing their efficient operation and availability across multiple locations, including labs and offices.

Cybersecurity Intern

Virtually Testing Foundation | Remote (January 2021 - March 2021)


  • Conducted vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on various systems.
  • Participated in incident response activities, helping to identify, analyze, and mitigate security threats.
  • Worked on security architecture reviews, providing insights for enhancing security measures.

Certifications

TryHackMe - Pre Security Learning Path

TryHackMe - Pre Security Learning Path
TryHackMe - Introduction to Cyber Security

TryHackMe - Introduction to Cyber Security
TryHackMe - Complete Beginner Learning Path

TryHackMe - Complete Beginner Learning Path
TryHackMe - CompTIA PenTest+ Learning Path

TryHackMe - CompTIA PenTest+ Learning Path
Google Cloud Certification

Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer (Ongoing)

TryHackMe - Pre Security Learning Path

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TryHackMe - Pre Security Learning Path

TryHackMe - Introduction to Cyber Security

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TryHackMe - Introduction to Cyber Security

TryHackMe - Complete Beginner Learning Path

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TryHackMe - Complete Beginner Learning Path

TryHackMe - CompTIA PenTest+ Learning Path

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TryHackMe - CompTIA PenTest+ Learning Path

Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer (Ongoing)

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Google Certification

Badges & Skills

Cat Linux Badge

Cat Linux.txt

Metasploitable Badge

Metasploitable

Education

Masters of Professional Studies, Informatics

Northeastern University (September 2022 - April 2024)

Relevant Courses:

  • Foundation of Information Security
  • Computer Systems and Networks
  • IT Infrastructure
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Systems & Network Administration
  • Network Protect & Cloud Security
  • Information Security Risk Management
  • Security Analytics

Bachelors of Technology, Computer Engineering

P.P. Savani University (July 2018 - June 2022)

Relevant Courses:

  • Cyber Security
  • Computer Networks
  • Wireless Network and Mobile Computing
  • Internet of Things
  • Cloud Computing & Applications
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Programming with Python
  • Operating System
  • Data Warehouse and Data Mining
  • System Engineering
  • Advance Java Technology
  • Embedded System
  • Design and Analysis of Algorithms
  • Data Structures
  • Mobile Application Development