Ayush Kumbhar

• Developed custom Python scripts to automate network scanning and penetration testing workflows, reducing manual analysis time. • Wrote Python tools to parse and analyze live network traffic (TCP, HTTP) from packet captures, demonstrating a practical understanding of network protocols.

• Completed an intensive 10-week program focused on foundational cybersecurity principles and Palo Alto Networks technologies. • Mastered core Network Security fundamentals, including firewall policies, traffic inspection (Threat Prevention, URL Filtering), and secure network architecture. • Analyzed Cloud Security principles for public, private, and hybrid cloud models, focusing on securing cloud-native applications and data. • Developed a foundational understanding of Security Operations (SOC), including the incident response lifecycle, threat intelligence, and the role of SIEM/SOAR platforms.