KRIPESH ACHARYA
New York, NY ***** (***) ***–**** ********@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/kripeshacharya
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OBJECTIVE: Aspiring cybersecurity expert with a passion for continuous learning, looking to enhance my skills and
contribute to innovative security solutions.
EDUCATION
Mercy University, Dobbs Ferry, NY Expected December 2024
Master of Science in Cybersecurity GPA: 4.0
Specialization: Programming C/C++, Networking & Data Communication, Database Security, Info Assurance &
Management, Firewall & Intrusion Detection, Digital Forensics, Applied Cryptography, Wireless Network Security
Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom January 2021 - April 2022
Bachelor of Science in Computing GRADE: First Class Honors
Specialization: Intelligent Systems, Digital Security, Advanced Database System, Advanced Web Engineering
International School of Management and Technology, Kathmandu, Nepal January 2018 - March 2020
Associate of Science in Computing
Specialization: Java, Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Security, SDLC, Project Management, Web Development, Client/Server Computing, Network Management
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages: C, C++, Python, PowerShell, SQL, HTML
Tools & Technologies: Linux, Vulnerability Management, Threat Analysis, Open-Source Intelligence, Network Analysis,
Cryptography, Forensic Analysis, Microsoft Tools, Splunk, GitHub, IAM, Encryption, Hashing, Slack, AWS security, EDR, Log Analysis and Management, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, Security Monitoring, NIST CSF, IDS/IPS, ISO/IEC 27001/2, EDR, DLP, SIEM
Other Skills: Time Management, Problem-Solving, Leadership, Project Management, Communication, Teamwork, Attention to Detail
CERTIFICATIONS
CompTIA Security+ (Ongoing)
ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity
CISCO Ethical Hacker
Security Blue Team (SBT) Junior Analyst Training
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
CNSS Certified Network Security Specialist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
Help Desk Technician January 2020 - December 2022
Vianet Communications, Lalitpur, Nepal
Provided technical support for Internet devices, and Security issues (VPN, Firewall, IDS/IPS, End Point Security, and Network Traffic Monitoring.
Resolved over 6000+ Customer Technical Issues, improving service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Web Developer Intern August 2019 - November 2019
Visva Technikos, Kathmandu, Nepal
Designed and developed web applications for clients, collaborating with external stakeholders to meet business needs.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
Investigating Compounding Threat Trends on National Critical Infrastructure Sandia National Laboratories
Azure Solutions Architect Expert Bootcamp (AZ 305) Mike Gibbs
Home Lab Setup & SIEM Implementation using Splunk
Configuring Snort and Creating Detection Rules for Network Traffic and Attack Patterns
Developing Red Team Reports
Cybersecurity Awareness Training Delivery
Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems Configuration