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I am Nandhan KK, a driven Computer Science undergraduate specializing in AI & ML with a deep passion for cybersecurity, Linux systems, and ethical hacking. I am fascinated by how systems work at their core — and more importantly, how they can be secured, monitored, and made resilient against failure.
- Deeply interested in Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, and Network Security
- Currently mastering Kali Linux and Linux system internals
- Passionate about Networking, Linux administration, and system-level programming
- Actively building projects in System Surveillance and Disaster Recovery
- Academic background in AI & ML — applying intelligent systems to security problems
** Open To:** Cybersecurity Internships · Linux/Networking Roles · Research Collaborations · Open Source Security Projects
| Domain | Proficiency | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Systems | ███████░░░ Intermediate | Kali Linux, System Administration, Shell Scripting, Process Management |
| Networking | ███████░░░ Intermediate | TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Subnetting, Packet Analysis, Wireshark |
| Ethical Hacking | ████░░░░░░ Beginner | Reconnaissance, Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing Concepts |
| System Surveillance | ████░░░░░░ Beginner | Log Monitoring, Intrusion Detection, Automated Alerting |
| Disaster Recovery | ████░░░░░░ Beginner | Backup Strategies, System Restore, Fault Tolerance Design |
| Python Scripting | ███████░░░ Intermediate | Automation, Network Tools, Security Scripts, Data Processing |
2025 – Present
Independently pursuing applied research in cybersecurity and Linux systems as part of B.Tech CSE (AI & ML) coursework and personal development. Building real-world tools that bridge theory and hands-on security engineering.
- Designing and implementing Linux-based system monitoring and disaster recovery tools from scratch
- Studying offensive and defensive security techniques via Kali Linux and ethical hacking resources
- Applying Python scripting for automation, network probing, and log analysis
- Actively learning networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, subnetting, and packet inspection
- Contributing to coursework projects integrating AI/ML concepts with real system challenges
| Recognition | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic Focus | B.Tech CSE (AI & ML) — Specializing in Security & Systems |
| Linux Mastery | Actively working in Kali Linux for security research and tooling |
| Project Builder | End-to-end ownership of System Surveillance & Disaster Recovery projects |
| Networking | Hands-on study of TCP/IP, subnetting, and packet-level networking |
| Security Mindset | Ethical hacking methodology applied to personal lab environments |
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currently:
learning:
- Kali Linux & Penetration Testing Methodology
- Network Security & Packet Analysis (Wireshark, Nmap)
- Ethical Hacking — Offensive Security Fundamentals
building:
- Real-Time Linux System Surveillance Tool
- Automated Disaster Recovery Framework
- Security Scripts & Network Utilities in Python/Bash
exploring:
- AI/ML Applications in Cybersecurity (Anomaly Detection)
- CTF Challenges & Security Labs
- Linux Kernel Internals & System Calls
open_to:
- Cybersecurity Internships
- Linux Systems & DevOps Opportunities
- Open Source Security Projects
- Research Collaborations in Security & AI
" "I think you can improve on everything; you're never perfect."