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Nihal
Vadiya

Cybersecurity Enthusiast · AI Developer

Building secure digital experiences at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and modern web development. Protecting systems, solving problems, shipping impactful products.

4+
Projects Built
8+
Certifications
2nd
Code Combat
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Nihal Vadiya
Cybersecurity · AI · Dev
Open to Work
AI Intern @ Lenovo
OWASP Top 10
2nd · Code Combat

Profile

Who I Am

Cybersecurity enthusiast with a strong foundation in network security, system fundamentals, and threat analysis. Hands-on experience with Wireshark, Splunk, and Linux for network monitoring and log analysis.

Certified in Cybersecurity, AI, and Deep Learning. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to real-world security challenges and AI-powered applications.

Threat AnalysisNetwork Security Machine LearningSIEM PythonIncident Response FlaskVuln Management

🎓 Currently Studying

Bachelor in Computer Application at Don Bosco College, Panjim, Goa (June 2024 – April 2027). Coursework includes Database Management, Data Structures, Machine Learning, Advanced JavaScript, and more.

🏢 Industry Experience

Completed an AI internship with Lenovo Leap (60+ Hours), gaining hands-on experience with ML, data preprocessing, model evaluation, and real-world automation with Python.

🏆 Achievements

Secured 2nd Place at Code Combat — a state-level inter-collegiate IT event (Spectra 2024–25). Participated in the Hacksprint 24-Hour Hackathon at GENESIS 8.0.

📍 Location & Contact

Based in Goa, India. Open to remote opportunities globally.
nihalvadiya@gmail.com · 9423530078


Expertise

Technical Skills

Full-stack skill set spanning security operations, AI/ML, systems programming, and web development.

🔐 Security Domains
Security ManagementThreat IntelligenceVulnerability MgmtSystem HardeningIncident ResponseNetwork SecuritySIEMIDSLog Analysis
💻 Systems & Programming
LinuxBashPythonSQLCJavaJavaScriptHTML/CSSNode.jsFlaskExpress.jsPHP
🤖 AI / Data Science
Machine LearningData PreprocessingModel EvaluationNLPDeep LearningOllama / MistralData Analysis
🛠 Security Tools
WiresharkSplunkOWASP GuidelinesXSS DetectionSQLi AnalysisWeb Speech APIPhishing Detection
Core Proficiencies
Network Security90%
Web Security / OWASP85%
Python85%
Linux / Bash80%
Additional Skills
JavaScript / Node.js82%
Machine Learning75%
SQL / Databases78%
SIEM / Log Analysis80%

Work

Featured Projects

Security tools and AI applications built from scratch. Click any card to view source on GitHub.

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Cyber Lab
Hands-on web security lab simulating OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities in a controlled, interactive environment.
  • SQL Injection, XSS, and auth flaws with live secure mitigations
  • Interactive — users exploit vulnerabilities and observe fixes in real time
  • Demonstrates secure coding, input validation, session management
FlaskPythonWeb SecurityOWASP Top 10
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AVR-Core — Automated Vulnerability Research
Web-based security tool detecting XSS and SQLi via active behavioral probing of target URLs.
  • Controlled payload injection and server response delta analysis
  • Risk classification engine: Low / Medium / High severity flags
  • Identifies anomalies and security weaknesses automatically
PythonXSS DetectionSQLi AnalysisSecurity Research
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VoxScreen — AI Voice Interview Platform
AI-powered voice interview screening platform automating candidate evaluation with local LLM inference.
  • Ollama + Mistral for dynamic, context-aware question generation
  • Real-time voice interaction via Web Speech API
  • Evaluation engine produces scores and hiring recommendations
  • Secure auth and session management on Node.js + Express
Node.jsExpressOllamaMistral LLMWeb Speech API
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URL Security & Strength Checker
Client-side web app for real-time URL risk analysis — detects phishing, insecure protocols, and obfuscation instantly.
  • Phishing pattern detection and insecure protocol (HTTP) flagging
  • Zero backend — entirely client-side for instant, private analysis
  • Built to OWASP guidelines for user awareness and security education
JavaScriptHTML/CSSOWASPPhishing Detection

Career

Experience & Leadership

Professional internships and campus leadership bridging academia with real-world cybersecurity and AI practice.

August 2025
Artificial Intelligence Intern
Lenovo · Remote — Lenovo Leap Program
  • Gained hands-on experience with ML concepts, data preprocessing, and model evaluation
  • Built practical AI applications using Python, data analysis, and automation to solve real-world problems
  • Collaborated in a structured environment, enhancing skills in AI tooling, teamwork, and research methodologies
  • Accumulated 60+ hours of certified AI training and practice
2024 – Present
Assistant Secretary
TechSavvy Club · Don Bosco College, Panjim
  • Spearheaded industry-led tech talks and competitive quizzes for 100+ students
  • Collaborated with industry experts to bridge academic learning and professional cybersecurity/IT practices
  • Managed club communications and event logistics for seamless departmental execution
2024 – 2025
Technical Competitor — State-Level IT Events
Spectra 2024–25 · GENESIS 8.0
  • 🥈 2nd Place — Code Combat: High-stakes algorithmic coding at Spectra 2024–25 state-level event
  • Hacksprint Participant: Built a functional prototype across 24 continuous hours at GENESIS 8.0
  • Demonstrated advanced logical reasoning and delivery under high-pressure, time-sensitive conditions

Academic

Education

Building a rigorous academic foundation in computer science, mathematics, and emerging technologies.

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Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA)
Don Bosco College, Panjim, Goa
June 2024 – April 2027
Database Management SystemsData Structures C ProgrammingMachine Learning Mathematics for ComputingAdvanced JavaScript Java BasicsHTMLPHP

Credentials

Certifications & Awards

Verified credentials across cybersecurity, AI, deep learning, and professional development. Click any card to verify the credential.

Achievements

🥈
2nd Place — Code CombatState-Level Inter-Collegiate IT Event, Spectra 2024–25. High-stakes algorithmic coding.
Hacksprint — 24-Hour HackathonGENESIS 8.0 participant. Built a functional prototype under strict time pressure.
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Assistant Secretary — TechSavvy ClubOrganized events for 100+ students, bridging academia and industry in cybersecurity & IT.

Let's Talk

Get in Touch

Open to cybersecurity roles, AI collaborations, freelance projects, and internship opportunities. Let's build something secure and impactful together.

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