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Pugazhendi

Cybersecurity Enthusiast & SOC Analyst Learner

I'm a BCA Computer Applications student passionate about cybersecurity, Linux systems, and security monitoring. I enjoy building hands-on security labs, working with tools like Wazuh, and exploring how threat detection and system defense work in real environments.

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About Me

Who I Am

I am a BCA Computer Applications student at Christ Arts and Science College, Puducherry with a strong interest in cybersecurity and Linux systems. I enjoy building hands-on labs and experimenting with security tools to understand how threats and defenses work.

My learning is mostly self-driven — I set up virtual environments, explore SIEM platforms like Wazuh, and dive deep into log analysis and threat detection to build real, practical skills.

"My goal is to start my career as a SOC Analyst and grow into an experienced cybersecurity professional."

Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Computer Applications

Christ Arts and Science College, Puducherry

Currently Pursuing
Focus Areas

Cybersecurity & SOC Operations

SIEM tools, log monitoring, threat detection, Linux systems, and security event investigation.

Career Goal

SOC Analyst

Aiming to join a Security Operations Center and grow into an experienced cybersecurity professional.

Skills

My Toolkit

Cybersecurity & Security Monitoring

Wazuh SIEM65%
Log Monitoring & Analysis65%
Basic Threat Detection60%
Security Event Investigation55%

Programming & Scripting

Python55%
Bash Scripting50%
Java45%
C Programming50%

Security & Networking Tools

WazuhWiresharkLinux Networking Tools

Operating Systems

Ubuntu LinuxKali Linux Linux MintWindows

System & Technical Skills

Linux CLIVirtual Machines OS InstallationSystem Troubleshooting Hardware & DriversVentoy / Bootable USB

CS Fundamentals

Computer NetworksOperating Systems DBMSData Structures Cybersecurity FundamentalsSoftware Engineering
Labs & Projects

My Projects

01

SOC Attack Detection Lab (Kali + Wazuh SIEM)

Designed and deployed a security monitoring lab to understand how Security Operations Centers detect and investigate attacks. The environment included a Wazuh SIEM manager on Ubuntu, endpoint agents, and a Kali Linux machine to simulate attacker behavior. Performed network scanning and brute-force attack scenarios — events were collected by Wazuh and analyzed through the SIEM dashboard.

Wazuh SIEMKali LinuxUbuntu LinuxVirtual MachinesLinux CLI
02

Windows Server Administration Lab

Created a Windows Server lab environment to practice system administration tasks such as managing computers, users, and domain services. Used the environment to understand how enterprise systems are managed in real organizations.

Windows ServerActive DirectoryGroup PolicyWindows Admin Tools
03

Wazuh SIEM Security Monitoring Lab

Built a hands-on security monitoring lab using Wazuh SIEM to understand how SOC analysts monitor systems and detect security events. Installed the Wazuh manager on Ubuntu and connected multiple agents from different systems to collect and analyze logs.

Wazuh SIEMUbuntu LinuxVirtual MachinesLinux CLI
Achievements

Certifications & Awards

🛡️

NSE 1 – Introduction to the Threat Landscape

Fortinet Training Institute

Fortinet NSE Track
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NSE 2 – The Evolution of Cybersecurity

Fortinet Training Institute

Fortinet NSE Track
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NSE 3 – Fortinet Product Awareness

Fortinet Training Institute

Fortinet NSE Track
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NSE 4 – FortiGate Security

Fortinet Training Institute (Self-study)

In Progress — Firewall, NAT, VPN & Security Profiles
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Splunk Fundamentals 1

Splunk

SIEM & Log Analysis
Experience

Labs & Practice

Wazuh SIEM Home LabSelf-Driven
Personal Security Lab
  • Deployed and configured a Wazuh SIEM manager on Ubuntu Linux in a virtual machine environment.
  • Connected multiple agents from different systems to centrally collect and analyze security logs.
  • Practiced log monitoring, alert investigation, and basic threat detection workflows used by real SOC analysts.
Windows Server Administration LabSelf-Driven
Personal Security Lab
  • Built a Windows Server lab to practice enterprise system administration tasks.
  • Configured Active Directory, Group Policy, and user/domain management.
  • Gained practical understanding of how enterprise environments are structured and managed.
Fortinet NSE Certification TrackIn Progress
Fortinet Training Institute
  • Completed NSE 1, NSE 2, and NSE 3 covering threat landscape, cybersecurity evolution, and Fortinet products.
  • Currently self-studying NSE 4 FortiGate Security — covering firewall policies, NAT, VPN, and security profiles.
  • Building foundational knowledge in network security and next-generation firewall concepts.
Get in touch

Let's Connect

I'm always open to new opportunities, collaborations, or just a friendly chat about tech. Feel free to reach out — I'd love to hear from you!