Rajesh Kumar
Cyber Security Analyst · Researcher
"I love logs - because they never lie"
About Me
Years Experience
Projects
Certifications
A Certified Cybersecurity Analyst with over two years of hands-on experience across Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, Security Operations, and Digital Forensics. My journey through university societies and global tech communities has shaped not only my technical acumen but also my sense of leadership, collaboration, and continuous learning. Passionate about building secure systems and uncovering digital risks, I strive to bridge the gap between technology and security through practical problem-solving and continuous self-growth.
Certifications
Skills & Expertise
Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing
Web & Mobile Application Testing, Network Scanning and Exploitation.
Security Operations & Threat Monitoring
SIEM (ELK Stack, Wazuh, Splunk), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), and Threat Detection.
Cloud & Virtualization
Microsoft Azure, AWS, VMware Workstation & ESXi.
Container Security
Docker & Container Security principles and best practices.
Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR)
Evidence Collection & Analysis, Log and Artifact Examination.
Additional Skills
Data Automation (Python/Bash), and Scripting.
Experience
Freelance Cybersecurity Consultant
Fiverr | Level 1 Seller
March 2025 – Present
Currently working with global clients, providing professional cybersecurity services including Digital Forensics, Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing, and SIEM Deployments using tools like Wazuh, Splunk, and ELK Stack.
Research Analyst Intern
Server4Sale LLC, Karachi
April 2024 – Nov 2024
Closely worked with the team on a mobile app project - from preparing detailed SRS documentation to assisting in development and mobile penetration testing to identify and fix vulnerabilities. Also contributed to network scanning, data automation, and development-related tasks.
Education & Achievements
Education
B.E in Software Engineering
Mehran University of Engineering & Technology
Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Campus, Khairpur Mir's
2021 – 2025
Achievements
Fellow @ pkSIG (Pakistan School on Internet Governance) Sukkur 2025
Invited Participant: Pakistan’s First Bug Hunting Program (SecurityWall, Lahore)
Ranked in top 20 nationally at Grand Finale Digital Pakistan Cyber Security Hackathon 2024.
Microsoft Student Ambassador | Community Lead @Google Developers Group On Campus MUET KHP.
Projects - Learning by Building
PrivacyLens — Final Year Project
Built PrivacyLens, a mobile app that extracts & summarizes privacy policies for user data transparency. Automated policy collection from Google Play Store and applied Azure OpenAI models to generate clear, concise summaries.
Indus System - SOC | Wazuh
Deployed Wazuh Manager & agents integrated with Suricata and pfSense for comprehensive network and host monitoring. Configured multi-channel alerting and integrated Microsoft 365 logs with threat intelligence feeds.
Threat Detection with ELK, Sysmon, YARA & AlienVault OTX
Designed a threat-hunting environment using ELK Stack, Sysmon, and YARA rules to improve endpoint visibility and detect advanced IOC patterns. Implemented dashboards and alert playbooks for proactive detection.
From My Blog / Medium Articles
You NEED to Attend PKSIG — Here’s Why
As someone deeply involved in cybersecurity, hackathons, and tech communities, attending PKSIG Sukkur 2025 was a natural step in my journey. But even I didn’t fully expect the depth of knowledge, inspiration, and opportunities I would gain.
Introduction to Windows Server and Active Directory for Beginners
Imagine you’re working for a small business, “Tech Solutions Inc.,” which is expanding rapidly. Initially, managing a few computers and user accounts was easy, but as the company grows, it becomes increasingly challenging to manage.
The Fellowship That Made Me Fall in Love with Cybersecurity
Back in 2023, I was a third-semester Software Engineering student with no clear path... I wasn’t sure what I wanted, where I was going, or even if I belonged in tech.
Testimonials
Muhammad Anwar
Research Assistant @ Technische Universität Ilmenau
“I had the pleasure of mentoring Rajesh during his time working under me in the NAVTTC program. He is a quick learner with a strong grasp of web and Android security, data parsing for analysis, and vulnerability assessments. His enthusiasm for cybersecurity is evident in his active participation in hackathons and his adaptability to rapid industry changes. With a leadership mindset and a proactive approach, he is a valuable asset in any security-focused role.”
Malik Huzaifa Arif
Corporate InfoSec Trainer | CEH | COMPTIA SEC+
“Rajesh is an excellent student who is highly passionate about his cybersecurity career. I find him to be very intelligent, and I am pleased to see him achieving his goals while remaining focused on his career. I wish him the very best for his future. He is a great collaborator with excellent communication skills. He takes initiative, works diligently, and consistently strives for excellence in every task he undertakes. I am confident that his skills, determination, and passion for cybersecurity will make him a valuable asset to any organization.”
Mahrukh Anmool
Sr SOC Analyst @ ShieldxSecurity
“I had the privilege of working with Rajesh Kumar, and I’ve always been impressed by his technical depth and calm problem-solving approach. He’s someone who doesn’t just understand cybersecurity he applies it with precision and practicality. Rajesh is dependable, detail-oriented, and always ready to support his team. His ability to adapt quickly and collaborate across functions makes him a real asset in any environment. It’s been great working with someone so dedicated and focused wishing him continued success ahead..”
