Junior Cyber Security Analyst · IT Support Technician · MSc Cybersecurity — University of Salford, UK.

№ 01
Manchester
UK

Cybersecurity Analyst & Researcher

I'm Suyog Prasad Hulikunte Raviprasad — MSc Cybersecurity graduate with 2+ years of hands-on IT support at Infosys, Bangalore, combined with AI-driven security research. I build systems that detect, defend, and dismantle cyber threats — from phishing detection models achieving 97.86% F1 score to Active Directory security labs and real-world SOC-ready skills.

97%

XGBoost F1

Yrs IT Support

205k

Emails analysed

MSc

Merit · Salford

About me

Cybersecurity researcher and IT professional combining enterprise support experience with academic rigour.

SUYOG.EXE

Suyog Prasad
H. Raviprasad

Cybersecurity · MSc

Fig. 012025

MSc Cybersecurity graduate from the University of Salford, UK with a Merit distinction, specialising in multi-modal threat analysis, digital forensics, network security, and IT governance. Before the MSc, I spent two years at Infosys, Bangalore as an IT Support Assistant — managing Active Directory, Azure AD, audit documentation, and first-line incident triage for a large corporate environment.

My MSc dissertation built an AI-powered phishing detection system using multi-modal ML — XGBoost, Random Forest, SVM, and Deep Neural Networks — across 205,052 email samples. The XGBoost URL classifier hit 97.86% F1 score. The research exposed a critical architectural insight: unoptimised modality fusion degrades performance by 2.68% versus standalone classifiers.

Outside research, I hold an active SIA Door Supervisor licence (valid Oct 2027), work front-line client operations at Travelodge Manchester, and hold a full UK driving licence. Available for immediate start — hybrid and on-site roles in the North West.

Threat Intelligence Digital Forensics Network Security Active Directory Azure AD Python Machine Learning Linux XGBoost NIST Framework Cyber Essentials SIEM / SOC Patch Management Incident Response Vulnerability Scanning Cryptography

Years · Infosys IT

97%

XGBoost F1 Score

205k

Email samples

SIA

Licensed · Oct 2027

What I bring

Core competencies directly mapped to Junior Analyst and IT Support roles.

02.01

Security Assessment & Auditing

Hands-on experience supporting IT audits and compliance documentation at Infosys. Familiar with Cyber Essentials and NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Capable of vulnerability scanning, risk documentation, and security policy verification.

Cyber EssentialsNIST CSFAudit LogsRisk Docs

02.02

Identity & Access Management

Managed full user account lifecycle via Active Directory and Azure AD at Infosys — creation, modification, permissions, and offboarding — in compliance with security policies. Built virtualised AD labs to simulate real-world access control vulnerabilities.

Active DirectoryAzure ADRBACOffboarding

02.03

Incident Management & Triage

First point of contact for IT incidents at Infosys — logging, escalation, and resolution tracking across a large corporate environment. Experience directly transferable to Managed Security Services and SOC L1 analyst workflows.

TicketingEscalationSLA ManagementSOC L1

02.04

AI-Driven Threat Detection

Designed and evaluated a multi-modal phishing detection system using XGBoost, SVM, Random Forest, and Deep Neural Networks across 205k+ samples. Research published at MSc level — bridging machine learning and enterprise security architecture.

XGBoostPythonML PipelinesPhishing

02.05

Network & Infrastructure Security

Configured TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP in test environments. Implemented host-based hardening controls, patch management, and password policies mirroring compliance frameworks. Familiar with network forensics and vulnerability remediation.

TCP/IPDNS/DHCPHardeningPatching

02.06

Client-Facing Communication

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills developed across Infosys (corporate IT support), Travelodge (100+ clients daily), and Showsec (live event security). Calm, organised, and professional under pressure.

Stakeholder MgmtDocumentationReporting

Featured research

Applied security research with measurable, published results.

AI · Cybersecurity · Multi-Modal ML

AI-Powered Phishing Detection Through Multi-Modal Analysis

Designed and evaluated an end-to-end phishing detection system combining URL-based and email content classifiers via structured pooling across 205,052 email samples and 11,055 URL samples. Benchmarked Random Forest, XGBoost, SVM, and Deep Neural Networks. Key finding: unoptimised modality integration reduces validation performance by 2.68% versus standalone URL classifiers — a critical architectural insight for enterprise phishing defence. Research demonstrates practical SOC-deployable ML pipeline design.

Random ForestXGBoostSVM Deep Neural NetworksPythonScikit-learn

97.86%

XGBoost URL F1 Score

XGBoost

97.86%

URL Dep.

90.1%

Email NN

17.37%

Open Source

ai-phishing-detection

github.com/prasadsuyog-code

View on GitHub →

Python builds

Practical AI-powered tools built with Python and Gemini API.

PythonGemini APIWhatsApp

04.01

WhatsApp Bot

AI Assistant

Fully functional WhatsApp bot powered by Google Gemini API. Delivers conversational AI directly in WhatsApp with persistent context, natural language understanding, and real utility — no app switching required.

Smart reminders with natural language parsing and scheduling logic

Calendar event management and scheduling via conversational commands

Document summarisation — send a PDF, receive a structured brief instantly

Voice note transcription with AI response generation

PythonGemini APITwilio / WA APINLPWebhooks

Core capabilities

Stack depth

Python

Core

Gemini

WA API

Msgs

PythonGemini APIPrototype

04.02

QuickMeals

AI Meal Planner

AI-powered meal planning tool that converts dish names into precise ingredient lists and auto-generates consolidated grocery carts. Built to remove the friction between deciding what to cook and knowing exactly what to buy.

Dish-to-ingredients conversion with accurate quantities and units per serving

Auto-generated, consolidated grocery cart across multiple selected meals

Gemini API for intelligent recipe parsing and nutritional context

PythonGemini APIREST APIPrototyping

Proto

Actively developed

Stack depth

Python

Core

Gemini

API

Data

Security labs

Hands-on virtualised security environments built to simulate and harden real-world infrastructure.

Identity & Access 05.01

Active Directory & Access Control Lab

Designed and maintained a fully virtualised Windows Server environment simulating enterprise IT security scenarios. Implemented real-world permission escalation attacks and defended against them using access control hardening — directly replicating Cyber Essentials audit requirements.

Simulated privilege escalation and lateral movement in AD environment

Implemented OU structure, GPO policies, and RBAC controls

Applied password policies, account lockout, and audit logging

Hardened against common AD misconfigurations (Kerberoasting, pass-the-hash)

Windows ServerActive DirectoryGPOVirtualBoxCyber Essentials

Network Security 05.02

Network Security & Troubleshooting Lab

Configured and troubleshot TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP in isolated test environments. Analysed network traffic to understand attack vectors and built a solid foundation in network security fundamentals — essential for vulnerability assessment and SOC monitoring roles.

Configured multi-subnet environments with DNS/DHCP from scratch

Captured and analysed traffic using Wireshark for anomaly detection

Simulated common network attacks: ARP spoofing, DNS poisoning

Documented findings in vulnerability assessment report format

TCP/IPWiresharkDNSDHCPPacket Analysis

System Hardening 05.03

System Security Hardening Lab

Implemented host-based security controls across Windows and Linux environments following CIS Benchmark and NIST SP 800-53 guidelines. Applied patch management, audit procedures, and compliance checks mirroring what's assessed in Cyber Essentials Plus and enterprise security audits.

Hardened Windows 10/11 and Ubuntu against CIS L1 benchmarks

Automated patch compliance checks using PowerShell scripts

Configured host-based firewall rules and application whitelisting

Produced audit-ready compliance documentation and change logs

CIS BenchmarksNIST 800-53PowerShellLinuxPatch Mgmt

Certifications

Industry credentials and continuous learning across cybersecurity and technology.

Cloud & InfraMicrosoft

MS-900: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Validated foundational knowledge of Microsoft 365 cloud services, security, compliance, and enterprise licensing. Demonstrates understanding of SaaS-based environments critical to modern SOC and IT support operations.

CybersecurityCompTIA

CompTIA Security+

Globally recognised certification covering threat detection, risk management, cryptography, IAM, and network security. Industry baseline for Junior Analyst and SOC roles across enterprise and government sectors.

IT Service MgmtAXELOS

ITIL 4 Foundation

IT service management best practices across service strategy, design, transition, and operation. Directly applicable to SOC incident management, change control, and service continuity workflows.

Physical SecuritySIA · UK Gov

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Government-regulated licence covering physical security operations, conflict management, first aid, and legal frameworks. Active UK operational experience bridging physical and digital security awareness.

PostgraduateUniv. of Salford

MSc Cybersecurity — Merit

Advanced study across Privacy & Network Security, CTI, Digital Forensics, Incident Response, and IT Governance. Dissertation achieved 97.86% F1 — peer-reviewed research quality output.

Web DevelopmentfreeCodeCamp

Responsive Web Design

Comprehensive curriculum covering HTML5, CSS3, Flexbox, and Grid. Strengthens ability to build and audit web interfaces — directly applicable to web application security assessments and penetration testing.

Where I've worked

Operational experience across IT support, security, and client management.

IT Support Assistant

2021 — 2023

Infosys · Bangalore, India

First point of contact for IT incidents across a large corporate environment — logged, prioritised, and escalated tickets ensuring timely resolution aligned to SLA requirements.
Managed full user account lifecycle via Active Directory and Azure AD — creation, permissions, modification, and secure offboarding — in compliance with audit requirements.
Maintained detailed audit logs and compliance documentation; successfully supported internal IT audits and security policy verification processes.
Monitored system health and reported security vulnerabilities and patch requirements to senior technicians, supporting proactive remediation workflows.
Coordinated IT equipment provisioning for new employees and managed secure asset decommissioning — direct experience with access control and asset management.

Events Security Officer

2025 — PRESENT

Showsec International · UK

Security management and crowd control across live venues and large-scale events across the UK.
Compliance with safety protocols, incident response procedures, and legal frameworks.
Access control, bag checks, and perimeter security operations under pressure.
Coordinated with event teams, stewards, and emergency services — stakeholder management at scale.
Active SIA Door Supervisor licence — valid until October 2027.

Receptionist

SEP 2024 — PRESENT

Travelodge · Manchester, UK

Front-line client support in a fast-paced environment — maintained 95%+ customer satisfaction.
Managed 100+ guests daily across booking platforms, system queries, and service requests.
Handled 20+ concurrent service issues daily — directly transferable to multi-client security assessment management.
Professional communication and stakeholder management skills developed at operational pace.

EDUCATION

MSc Cybersecurity

2024–2025

University of Salford, United Kingdom

MERIT · Network Security · CTI · Digital Forensics · IT Governance

BSc Computer Science

2021–2024

Bharath University, Chennai, India

FIRST CLASS HONOURS · CGPA 6.9/10

ADDITIONAL

Full UK Driving Licence

Active

Available for hybrid & multi-site roles

Right to Work · UK

Immediate

Available for immediate start · North West based

08 — Get in touch

Manchester, UK
GMT+1

Let's build
something secure.

GitHub Research Repo → LinkedIn Profile →

Open to Junior Cyber Security Analyst, IT Support, and SOC roles — threat intelligence, vulnerability assessment, Active Directory, and security operations. Based in Manchester, North West. Available for immediate start — hybrid and on-site.

Prasadsuyog@gmail.com S.P.HulikunteRaviprasad@edu.salford.ac.uk +44 7899 293778

Available for immediate start

Cybersecurity Analyst & Researcher

Let's buildsomething secure.

Let's build
something secure.