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Programmer Analyst Trainee at Cognizant | Cybersecurity Enthusiast | Aspiring Ethical Hacker | Tech Learner

About

I'm a Computer Science graduate currently working as a Programmer Analyst Trainee at Cognizant, with a strong foundation in software development, cloud technologies, and a growing passion for cybersecurity. During my academic journey, I worked on real-world projects, completed internships in AI/ML, AWS, and cybersecurity, and earned certifications in ethical hacking, networking, and cybersecurity from platforms such as Cisco Netacad, Greatlearning, and Udemy. 💼 In my current role at Cognizant, I have undergone training in AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Jenkins, and Linux, strengthening my understanding of cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, version control, containerization, orchestration, and CI/CD workflows. 🌱 I am continuously expanding my knowledge in cybersecurity, cloud computing, DevOps, network security, and secure application development. I enjoy building practical and scalable solutions while keeping security, efficiency, and reliability in mind. 🚀 I am passionate about learning new technologies, solving real-world problems, and growing into roles at the intersection of Cybersecurity, Cloud, DevOps, and Software Engineering. I’m always open to connecting with professionals, recruiters, and fellow tech enthusiasts who are passionate about innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

claude

gemini

openai

Microsoft Copilot

Work experience

Programmer Analyst Trainee at Cognizant, Jan 2026 - Present · 9 mos, Bengaluru

AI ML Engineer Intern at Rooman Technologies Pvt Ltd, Sep 2024 - Feb 2025 · 6 mos, Sulya, Karnataka, India, -Completed a structured internship program focused on Python, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning, delivered in collaboration with IBM, Wadhwani Foundation, and IIT Guwahati. -Built a strong foundation in Python and applied core AI/ML concepts using tools like pandas, and NumPy. -Developed a capstone project titled “Advanced Real Estate Valuation using Ensemble Regression Models”, implementing techniques like Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, and Voting Regressor for accurate price prediction. -Gained hands-on experience in data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation. -Participated in guided sessions for soft skill development, improving teamwork, communication, and critical thinking. -Received certifications and mentorship from industry and academic experts as part of the collaborative program.

AWS and Cyber Security Intern at Techbyheart, Oct 2023 - Oct 2023 · 1 mo, Sulya, Karnataka, India, -Participated in hands-on training focused on ethical hacking, network security, and mobile vulnerability analysis. -Explored real-world exploitation techniques, including public and mobile camera hacking, to understand attack surfaces and defense strategies. -Used tools like Wireshark, Nmap, and Kali Linux for network scanning, traffic analysis, and vulnerability identification. -Gained practical experience in penetration testing, system hardening, and identifying common security loopholes. -Successfully developed and hosted a static website using AWS S3 buckets, understanding cloud fundamentals and basic web deployment. -Completed security challenges and participated in mock assessments simulating real-world threat scenarios. -Built a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, responsible disclosure, and digital safety best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Science, KVG College of Engineering

Public links

github: https://github.com/NiharikaKiran02