Education & Learning

My academic journey and continuous learning in cybersecurity

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity

Parul University

2025 - 2029 Currently Enrolled - Year 1
Current

Pursuing a comprehensive cybersecurity degree focusing on network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and risk management. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience.

Key Coursework (Year 1):

Network Fundamentals
Information Security Basics
Programming for Security
Operating Systems Security
Cryptography Fundamentals
Cyber Law & Ethics

Academic Timeline

Started Cybersecurity Program

August 2025

Began my journey in cybersecurity with foundational courses in network security and programming.

First Security Certification

November 2025

Completed CompTIA Security+ fundamentals course and started preparing for certification exam.

First Major Project

November 2025

Developed a network vulnerability scanner as part of coursework, demonstrating practical skills.

Advanced Penetration Testing

Planned - 2026

Planning to specialize in penetration testing and ethical hacking in the upcoming semester.

Skills Development Progress

Technical Skills

78%
  • Network Security Fundamentals
  • Python Programming
  • Linux System Administration
  • Security Tools Usage

Practical Experience

65%
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Penetration Testing Basics
  • Incident Response
  • Security Auditing

Theoretical Knowledge

85%
  • Security Frameworks
  • Risk Management
  • Compliance Standards
  • Cyber Law & Ethics

Learning Resources & Platforms

Online Courses

Cybrary, Coursera, and specialized cybersecurity training platforms

Technical Books

Security+ Study Guide, Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, Network Security Essentials

Hands-on Labs

TryHackMe, HackTheBox, VulnHub virtual machines for practical experience

Community

Cybersecurity forums, Discord communities, and local security meetups