Soumya Ranjan Parida

Hi, I’m Soumya Ranjan Parida, an entry-level cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and network security. I hold a Bachelor’s in Computer Applications from The Oxford College of Science and have hands-on experience from internships with organizations like Tata Advanced Systems, FoxGinger, and Blue Planet InfoSolutions.

🔐 My core skills include:

VAPT Tools: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, Metasploit, SQLMap, Nessus

Security Concepts: OWASP Top 10, Secure SDLC, Threat Modeling

Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, IDS/IPS, Firewalls

Programming: Python, Java, C

OS & Platforms: Kali Linux, Windows, MySQL

Certifications: Certified AppSec Practitioner, Certified Network Security Practitioner, Fortinet NSE 1 & 2 (CEH in progress)

🛠️ Notable Projects:

Developed a Python-based Keylogger for security research

Built an AI-based attendance system with facial recognition

Created an intelligent honeypot for capturing real attack vectors

Developed an automated vulnerability scanner

🏆 Achievements:

Reported 20+ vulnerabilities to organizations

Led cybersecurity hackathons and awareness meetups

Secured 2nd place in a hackathon for an AI security solution

I’m actively seeking opportunities as a SOC Analyst, Security Analyst, or GRC Intern, preferably in defense, critical infrastructure, or national security sectors.