Projects
Tagirisa Harsha Vardhan
Cybersecurity & Web Development Enthusiast
Cybersecurity Engineer with hands-on expertise in penetration testing, digital forensics, threat detection, and incident response. Skilled in designing, deploying, and monitoring enterprise-grade security solutions aligned with NIST, CMMC, and OWASP standards. Proficient in SIEM tools (Splunk, ELK Stack), Metasploit, Burp Suite, Wireshark, and strong in Python, Node.js, and secure coding practices. Experienced in network defense, vulnerability management, and secure application development, with a proven ability to deliver real-time monitoring, threat analysis, and proactive security measures. Seeking challenging opportunities in blue team, red team, or enterprise security roles.
Education
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (cyber security)
2022-2026 - CGPA-8.2
Vel Tech University, Chennai
Micro Credit Cyber Security Course -
2024-2025 - 87%
IIT Guwahati
Intermediate (mpc) - 2021-2022
Percentage - 81%
Narayana Junior College, Vijayawada
10th (ssc) - 2020
Percentage - 86%
Universal High School , Inkollu
AI-Driven Hybrid Intrusion Detection & Prevention with SOC Dashboard
Project Highlights
Designed a CNN + BiLSTM deep learning IDS/IPS with GAN-based zero-day attack detection.
Enhanced resilience using adversarial training (FGSM/PGD) and SHAP explainability.
Built a SOC dashboard for real-time alerts, automated responses, and analyst workflows.
Deployed on edge + cloud for low-latency prevention and scalable model retraining.
Tech Stack
Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Suricata/Zeek, Kafka, Spark, Node.js/React
Enterprise Network Architecture & Monitoring
Network Design
Segmented enterprise network with VPN, DMZ, and firewall layers to limit lateral movement of threats.
Monitoring Setup
Deployed ELK stack with Filebeat for real-time log aggregation and threat monitoring.
Technologies
VirtualBox, ELK Stack, Filebeat, Azure VM, VPN, Firewalls, Linux Networking
Compliance Assessment – Enterprise Hardening & Cloud Security
System Hardening
Applied NIST SP 800-53 and CMMC policies to harden Windows and macOS systems, focusing on encryption, USB control, and auditing.
Cloud Compliance
Built cloud compliance frameworks including Windows Server build sheets, BYOD security policies, and CASB deployment.
Technologies
Windows, macOS, Group Policy, BitLocker, MDM, VPN, CASB, NIST SP 800-53, CMMC
Comprehensive Security Assessment for CryptoVault
OWASP Top 10 Remediation
Conducted rigorous vulnerability testing and remediated all OWASP Top 10 risks to enhance application security.
Secure SDLC Integration
Integrated Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices throughout the development process.
Container Vulnerability Scanning
Used Trivy to scan containers, identify high-risk vulnerabilities, and recommend fixes to reduce attack surface.
Carbon Emission Detection (IoT)
Developed Real-Time IoT-Based Air Quality Monitoring
Developed a real-time IoT-based air quality monitoring system using MQ135 & MQ7 sensors with ESP8266. Integrated with ThingSpeak cloud for live visualization, threshold-based alerts to identify pollution hotspots and support smart city planning.
Key Components
  • MQ135 Gas Sensor
  • MQ7 Gas Sensor
  • ESP8266 Wi-Fi Microcontroller
  • ThingSpeak Cloud Platform
USB Port Management and Security Software
Key Features
  • Role-based access control and USB scheduling.
  • Whitelisting and tamper detection.
  • Real-time alerts and activity logs.
Compatibility
Supports Windows and macOS platforms with user-friendly interface.
Technologies
Python, PyQt6, SQLite
Advanced Keylogger for Child Safety Monitoring
Features
  • Advanced encryption for secure data protection.
  • Real-time user activity monitoring.
  • Secure transmission using SSL/TLS protocols.
Technologies
Python, AES encryption, SSL/TLS
Technical Skills & Tools
Programming
Python
Penetration Testing
  • Metasploit
  • Burp Suite
  • Nmap
  • Nikito
  • Nessus
SIEM & Traffic Analysis
  • Splunk
  • ELK Stack
  • Wireshark
Web Development
  • MongoDB, MySQL
  • Flask
Operating Systems
Windows
Kali Linux
Ubuntu
Languages
English
Telugu
Kannada
Certifications
Explore my professional cybersecurity certifications. These validate expertise in network defence and cloud security. They reflect continuous learning and commitment to industry best practices.
IIT Guwahati - Cyber Security Course
CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials– Cisco
CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation – Cisco
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor
Python Essentials
Cyber Security Essentials– Cisco
Windows Forensic with Belkasoft– Belkasoft
Certificate of Cybersecurity Internship– Krutanic
AWS Academy Cloud Foundations- AWS
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