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MS CS @ NEU | Founder @ MUKTI |ex-ISRO | Security, Privacy & Systems Researcher | Architecting trust in untrusted networks

About

Hi! I’m an M.S in Computer Science student at Northeastern University, with a passion for hacking (the mostly ethical kind), cybersecurity, and building tech that makes a difference. As the founder of Mukti, my state's largest FOSS club, I love leading projects that explore open-source, AI, and cutting-edge security. From creating Kavaach, an EV charger security framework, to hosting events like Satark 3.0, I enjoy blending research with real-world impact. Along the way, I’ve worked on patents and research papers, delivered talks at conferences, and built tools that keep things secure in today’s fast-paced tech world. When I’m not deep in code or research, you’ll find me sharing ideas, collaborating with tech enthusiasts, or exploring how we can make technology smarter and safer for everyone. Let’s connect and build something awesome together!

Location

Boston

Work experience

Graduate Research Apprentice at Khoury College of Computer Sciences, Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos, Boston, Massachusetts, United States, Researching at the Mon(IoT)r Lab @ NEU under Dr. David Choffnes. Evaluating the Automatic Content Recognition ecosystem in Smart TVs.

Founder at MUKTI, May 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 2 mos

Research And Teaching Assistant at Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Oct 2024 - Jul 2025 · 10 mos, Banagalore, India, Delivered dynamic and immersive lectures to a cohort of 160 students on 'Cryptography and Network Security' and 'Data Communication and Networking,' transforming complex concepts into actionable knowledge through an innovative, hands-on teaching approach. Leveraging real-world case studies, live demonstrations, and interactive problem-solving sessions, I inspired students to not only master core principles but also to think critically about their applications in emerging technologies. This experience allowed me to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering a generation of tech enthusiasts equipped with both theoretical expertise and practical skills to tackle real-world challenges in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and networking.

Security Researcher at IITB Trust Lab, Jul 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, - Research in domain of Network security. - Dealing and measuring metrics of Reverse Proxies

System Architect at DeepRoot GNU/Linux, Jun 2022 - Jul 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Education

Master of Science - MS, Computer Science, Northeastern University

Bachelor's degree, Computer Engineering, Ramaiah Institute Of Technology