Hacker

Purva Patel

I'm a Pentester

About

Since joining Ontario Tech University in 2022, I've been pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology with a focus on Networking and IT Security (Honors), along with a minor in Marketing. I'm ranked in the top 1% globally on TryHackMe and held the #1 spot in Canada and top 10 wordwide for three consecutive months. I’m certified as an AWS Cloud Practitioner and a Fortinet FCP Administrator. With a strong understanding of Cisco networking, including router and switch configuration, as well as hands-on experience in system administration, I bring both depth and versatility to modern IT environments.

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Ethical Hacker & Pentester

My journey into cybersecurity started at age 12 when I began exploring my home network, finding vulnerabilities and learning how to fix them. What started as a curious experiment turned into a passion for cybersecurity that continues to drive my career today. This early hands-on experience gave me a unique perspective on both offensive and defensive security practices.

  • University: Ontario Tech University
  • Degree: Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Specialization: Networking & IT Security
  • Minor: Marketing
  • Country: Canada
  • City: Toronto, ON
  • Phone: 909-985-7835
  • Email: purva.patel@myyahoo.com

Beyond tech, I'm fascinated by business, geopolitics, and world history. These interests help me understand global trends and make better decisions in both my technical and business pursuits. They give me a unique perspective that I bring to every challenge I tackle.

Skills

I possess a diverse skill set, but here are some of my top strengths:

Python 100%
Docker Containers80%
JavaScript 65%
Bash Script 80%
My SQL 90%
AWS 90%
EJS 85%
BootStrap 95%
YAML 90%
Linux 100%
Machine Learning 85%
Kubernetes 55%
Networking 90%
Mongo DB 70%
Azure 80%
Node Js 75%
Prompt Engineering 95%
JSON 80%

Projects & Experiences

I am passionate about continuous growth and believe in learning something new every day. Here are some of the skills and experiences I've cultivated along the way.

Professional Experience

Follow-Up Caller

2023 - Present

Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, ON

  • Communicated with incoming students to address their queries regarding university admission, courses offered, and campus life.
  • Provided detailed information and guidance to help students make informed decisions about their academic future.
  • Automated various tasks using scripts and tools to enhance productivity and streamline the follow-up process.
  • Ensured timely and effective communication by managing schedules and maintaining organized records of student interactions.

Tutor/Teacher Assistant

2023 - Present

Sylvan Learning Center, Pickering, ON

  • Taught Courses including Mathematics, Physics, and Python programming to a diverse group of students.
  • Developed personalized lesson plans to meet the unique learning needs and goals of each student.
  • Simplified complex technical concepts, making them accessible and easier for students to understand.
  • Provided one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to enhance student comprehension and performance.
  • Collaborated with other educators to create and implement effective teaching strategies and materials.

Peer Tutor

2024 - 2025

Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, ON

  • Provided one-on-one tutoring in Machine Learning to a university student, covering foundational concepts and practical applications.
  • Introduced essential Python libraries for Machine Learning, including NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, and Scikit-learn.
  • Guided the student through data preprocessing techniques, exploratory data analysis (EDA), and data visualization to derive insights.
  • Taught various supervised and unsupervised Machine Learning models, including Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, KNN, SVM, Random Forest, Naive Bayes, and Deep Neural Networks (DNN).
  • Ensured a strong understanding of model evaluation, hyperparameter tuning, and practical problem-solving using real-world datasets.

Deputy Executive at Netsoc

2023 - 2024

Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, ON

  • Successfully organized TacOps, a capture-the-flag event at Ontario Tech University, in collaboration with the team.
  • Monitored and maintained systems during the event to ensure smooth operation and security.
  • Designed and set up networking and security challenges for event participants as a part of the technology team.
  • Collaborated with peers to develop and implement effective strategies for club activities and events.

Hands On Projects

Cryptographic Encryption & Decryption Tool

Winter 2023
  • Collaborated with a group to implement cryptographic encryption and decryption on plain text using various ciphers, including substitution cipher, RSA, Playfair cipher, Caesar cipher, and product cipher.
  • Utilized Python and Object-Oriented Programming to develop and structure the project effectively.
  • Designed and coded modules for each cipher, ensuring accurate encryption and decryption processes.
  • Conducted thorough testing and debugging to validate the functionality and security of each implemented cipher.
  • Presented the project, demonstrating the practical application of cryptographic techniques in securing data.

Predictive Stock Price Modeling

Winter 2024
  • Focused on predicting stock prices for five major tech companies: Google, Nvidia, Microsoft, Cisco, and Apple.
  • Conducted data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation to ensure robust and reliable predictions.
  • Developed an ML predicting model utilizing Linear Regression, Random Forest, and Deep Neural Network (DNN).
  • Achieved an impressive accuracy of 98.42% using the Deep Neural Network (DNN) approach.

Pentesting Project

Summer 2024
  • Conducted a comprehensive penetration test on a network via TryHackMe, employing techniques such as enumeration, pivoting, command and control, and data exfiltration.
  • Executed network enumeration to identify and map out connected devices, services, and potential vulnerabilities.
  • Utilized pivoting techniques to move laterally across the network, gaining access to isolated systems and critical resources.
  • Implemented command and control strategies to maintain access and control over compromised systems.
  • Compiled a thorough report detailing key findings, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used, providing actionable insights and recommendations for network security improvements.

IoT-Based Smoke Detection Using Machine Learning

Fall 2024
  • Developed and analyzed machine learning models for classifying smoke events using IoT sensor data.
  • Performed comprehensive data preprocessing steps, including capping outliers at the 99th percentile and applying log transformations to reduce skewness for features such as TVOC[ppb], eCO2[ppm], PM1.0, and PM2.5.
  • Engineered new features, such as Temperature-Humidity Ratio and Difference, to enhance model interpretability and performance.
  • Evaluated multiple models, including Logistic Regression, Random Forest, SVC, KNN, Decision Tree, Gradient Boosting, and Naive Bayes, with Ensemble based models achieving the highest accuracy of 100%.
  • Conducted a comparative analysis of models, highlighting ensemble methods for their reliability, while showcasing IoT sensor data's potential in predictive safety systems.

Contact Me

Reach Out to Connect and Collaborate:

Address

Toronto, ON

Call Me

909-985-7835

Email Me

purva.patel@myyahoo.com

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