Bharathraaj Pandian

Cybersecurity Defender | SOC Analyst | Threat Hunter

I don’t just monitor logs — I hunt threats, stop attacks, and protect what matters. Every alert is a puzzle, every anomaly a clue, and I thrive on turning chaos into clarity. With a flawless 4.0 GPA in my Master’s in Cybersecurity and a stack of industry-leading certifications, I don’t wait for attackers — I anticipate them, outthink them, and shut them down. My work is more than defense; it’s resilience in action — fortifying systems, empowering teams, and ensuring that when adversaries come knocking, they’re met with a wall they cannot breach

Hacker activity icon

About Me

I see cybersecurity not as a job, but as a responsibility — a duty to stand between chaos and order. Every log, every alert, every anomaly tells a story, and I make sure that story never ends in compromise. As a blue team specialist and Master’s student in Cybersecurity at the University of Houston , I’ve built my path on protecting, detecting, and responding with precision. Armed with certifications like CySA+, PenTest+, CEH, SAL1, and Fortinet Associate, I dive deep into SIEM operations, threat hunting, incident response, and malware analysis. At Unisys Global Services, I didn’t just patch weaknesses — I engineered resilience that cut risk and strengthened enterprise defenses. My projects, from deploying Zero Trust architectures to building malware sandboxes, prove that I don’t just theorize security — I create it, test it, and harden it against real-world threats. And because defense is bigger than one person, I’ve mentored thousands, spreading the awareness that turns employees into the first line of defense. My mission is clear: anticipate the adversary, defend with purpose, and transform resilience into a lasting advantage.

Bharathraaj Pandian
bharathraaj15@gmail.com
+1 (713) 899 2575
Houston, Texas

My Skills

Security

Bug Bounty
Vulnerability Assessment
Data Loss Prevention
Application Security
Network Security
Ethical Hacking
Social Engineering Awareness
Threat Modeling

Programming & Scripting

Python
Bash
PowerShell
HTML
JavaScript
PHP
YAML
KQL

Tools

Burp Suite
Metasploit
NMap
Zmap
Naabu
Nessus
IDA Pro
OSSEC

Frameworks

OWASP Top 10
CVE/ CPE/ CWE
SAST/ DAST
Secure SDLC
Zero Trust Architecture
Threat Intelligence
TTPs
OSINT

Operating Systems

Linux
Windows
Azure Kubernetes Services
Elastic Stack
Grafana Loki
Load Balancers
Firewalls
CI/CD Pipelines

Incident Management Tools

Splunk
Snort
OS SEC
Threat Detection System
Malware Sandbox
ZTNA Deployment
SEAT Toolkit
Hospital Systems

Projects

Smart Home Monitoring System

Designed a safe and secure home monitoring system that can prevent accidental fire and shorting of home components.

IoT Security

Advanced Threat Detection System

Designed and implemented an advanced threat detection system using Splunk and Elastic Stack to monitor real-time network traffic and detect suspicious activities.

Security Threat Detection

Smart Hospital Management System

Created a website so that hospital patient’s reports can easily be uploaded without any middleman.

DBMS IoT Healthcare

Zero Trust Network Architecture Deployment

Designed and implemented a Zero Trust Architecture using micro-segmentation and strong identity verification mechanisms to enhance security in enterprise networks.

Python Steganography Network Security

Malware Analysis Sandbox

Built a custom malware analysis sandbox using IDA Pro, Python, and virtualization tools to analyze malware behavior and reverse engineer malicious code.

Python Reverse Engineering Malware

Social Engineering Awareness Toolkit

Developed a toolkit to simulate phishing, pretexting, and baiting attacks in a controlled environment to train employees on recognizing social engineering threats.

Social Engineering Bash Powershell

Autonomous SOC Analyst (SOAR-on-Steroids)Next-Gen SOC Automation

Built a self-learning SOC assistant that uses LLMs to triage alerts, auto-write reports, correlate logs, and execute automated playbooks for incident response, integrated with SIEM and SOAR platforms.

Automation SOC PowerShell

Digital DNA – Malware Genetic Fingerprinting

Developed a threat intel system that breaks malware into “genetic markers” (API calls, encryption patterns, etc.), maps family evolution with graph databases, and enables defenders to predict unseen malware by genetic similarity on a web dashboard.

Threat Intelligence Malware Analysis

Adversary-In-The-Middle Simulator (Full Kill Chain Lab)

Created a cyber range simulating full APT attack chains for offense and defense, with automated attack scripts and real-time detection mapped to MITRE ATT&CK, plus a scoring engine to track team response effectiveness.

Network Security Red - Blue Team Kill Chain

Experience

Cybersecurity Application Development Engineer

Unisys Global Services

Jul 2022 – Jul 2024
  • Developed secure applications for various Clients and improved their security posture by 62% which led to a secure environment.
  • Contributed to major releases by implementing security features, addressing vulnerabilities, and developing user stories to enhance overall system security.
  • Led efforts in identifying and resolving security bugs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing application resilience.

Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Necurity Solutions

Aug 2021 – Mar 2022
  • Conducted penetration tests; implemented automated threat detection.

Cybersecurity Instructor

Zybeak Technologies

Jul 2018 – Apr 2022
  • Delivered CEH v11 and Security+ training.
  • Conducted security assessments on apps and networks.

Network Security Instructor

Sansbound Networks Pvt Ltd

Apr 2019 – May 2021
  • Trained 2000+ students in cybersecurity and networking fundamentals.

Education

MS in Cybersecurity

University of Houston

2024 – 2026

GPA: 4.0

BTech in Computer Science

SRM Institute of Science and Tech

2018 - 2022

GPA: 3.5

Certifications

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

EC-Council

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA

CompTIA Pentest+

CompTIA

CompTIA CYSA+

CompTIA

CompTIA CASP+

CompTIA

CCNA

Cisco

CCNP

Cisco

Pega CSA

Pega

Pega CSSA

Pega

CEI (Certified Instructor)

EC Council

SAL1

Try Hack Me

Associate in Cybersecurity

Fortinet

AWS Security

AWS

Achievements

Academic Excellence at Scale

Achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA in the Master’s in Cybersecurity program at the University of Houston, ranking among the top performers while balancing advanced research and real-world security projects.

Enterprise Security Transformation

Spearheaded secure application development at Unisys Global Services, reducing enterprise vulnerabilities by 62%, directly improving the organization’s resilience against modern cyberattacks.

Global Cybersecurity Mentor

Trained and mentored 2,000+ students and professionals worldwide, delivering advanced courses and workshops in ethical hacking, network defense, and SOC operations, creating industry-ready defenders.

Cutting-Edge Security Innovation

Designed and deployed projects such as Zero Trust Architecture, an AI-driven Threat Detection Platform, and a Custom Malware Analysis Sandbox, demonstrating the ability to innovate solutions against evolving adversaries.

Multi-Domain Certified Professional

Achieved 10+ elite certifications including CompTIA PenTest+, CEH, CySA+, CCNP, Fortinet Certified Associate, and SAL1, proving mastery across red team, blue team, and cloud defense disciplines.

Recognized Cybersecurity Thought Leader

Delivered high-impact training, published research-driven projects, and conducted live cyber defense simulations, earning recognition as a trusted voice bridging academia, industry, and the security community.

Trainings

Cybersecurity Instructor – Zybeak Technologies

  • Delivered training on Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v11) and CompTIA Security+.
  • Designed hands-on labs and capture-the-flag style simulations that bridged theory with practice.
  • Guided students in offensive and defensive security techniques, preparing them for real-world cyber challenges.
  • Mentored learners to successfully earn globally recognized certifications and transition into cybersecurity roles.

Network Security Instructor – Sansbound Networks Pvt. Ltd

  • Trained 2,000+ students in networking fundamentals, Cisco CCNA, and secure infrastructure defense.
  • Built enterprise-grade lab environments with firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems.
  • Focused on blue team practices including firewall hardening, secure routing, and intrusion monitoring.
  • Transformed classroom sessions into practical SOC-style defense training.

Corporate & Academic Cybersecurity Workshops

  • Conducted workshops on penetration testing, SOC operations, incident response, and Zero Trust Architecture.
  • Created live attack-defense scenarios covering phishing, malware, insider threats, and adversary simulations.
  • Enabled students and professionals to detect, defend, and neutralize cyber threats in controlled environments.
  • Empowered participants with job-ready, battle-tested skills for both red and blue team operations.

Article

Pixel Poisoning: Hacking Generative AI

When Layer 2 Strikes Back — A Real-World ARP Attack Case from the SOC Floor

A real-world SOC case study uncovering an ARP spoofing attack on Layer 2 networks—revealing how attackers manipulate network traffic inside enterprises.

Read on Hashnode
View All Posts on Hashnode

Get In Touch

Email

bharathraaj15@gmail.com

Phone

+1 (713) 899 2575

LinkedIn

Connect with me