Kartheek Reddy

Kartheek Reddy — AI & Cybersecurity Professional

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Inverness, UK TryHackMe Top 1% MSc Cyber Security (Distinction)

Projects

GitHub

Hashkitten — All‑in‑One Crypto Utility Toolkit

Versatile client-side web app for cryptographic operations.

  • Multi-file hashing and checksum verification
  • HMAC generation and password strength analysis
  • Web Workers for smooth large-file performance
Cryptography Web App JavaScript Web Workers Tailwind CSS
GitHub

Is My File Safe? — Threat Detection System

Python-based file security assessment using a signature database.

  • Compares files against known malicious signatures
  • Real-time insights into potential risk
  • User-friendly interface for quick checks
Security Threat Detection Python
GitHub

Experience

IT and Web Consultant (Freelance) Oct 2024 – Present
Multiple Companies Inverness, Scotland (Hybrid)
  • Provided IT support and maintenance to 15+ businesses and private clients; maintained ~99% uptime.
  • Diagnosed and resolved software, hardware, and network issues with average resolution time under 2 hours.
  • Implemented GDPR-compliant data protection and cybersecurity protocols for dental practices.
  • Optimized Microsoft SQL Server; upgraded networks to Wi‑Fi 7 with WPA3, improving speeds by ~40%.
  • Conducted vulnerability assessments, hardening, and client training on best practices.
Windows/Linux Network Security Microsoft SQL Server GDPR Vulnerability Assessment
Customer Service Assistant (Part‑Time) Aug 2025 – Present
Vue Cinemas Inverness, Scotland
  • Assisted 200+ guests daily with ticketing, seating, and queries; upheld high service standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization across facilities.
Customer Experience Communication
Software Tester (Freelance) Jan 2023 – Feb 2023
Candywriter, LLC Remote
  • Performed functional/usability testing for mobile games; identified 50+ issues and performance bottlenecks.
  • Improved developer efficiency by ~25% through precise defect documentation and collaboration on fixes.
  • Applied systematic testing to uncover edge cases and enhance gameplay stability.
QA Bug Tracking Mobile
Certifications
ISC2 Certified in Cyber Security (CC) Expires Nov 2028
Issuer: ISC2 Credential ID: 1195591 Verify/learn more
Security Fundamentals Network Security Risk Management Identity & Access Management Security Operations
TryHackMe Cyber Security 101 Expires Nov 2028
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Hands-on Labs Ethical Hacking Basics Reconnaissance Web App Security Linux & Networking
Immersive Labs Cybersecurity Training Completed Apr 2025
Issuer: Immersive Labs Platform
Incident Response Threat Hunting MITRE ATT&CK Blue Teaming
Achievements
  • TryHackMe Global Ranking: Top 1% — Demonstrates practical skills in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and threat analysis.
  • Published Research (May 2024): “A New Hybrid Approach for Image Security using Steganography and Encryption” — IJSR CSEIT.
  • MSc Distinction Award: Cardiff Metropolitan University — Advanced Cyber Security.
  • Active Cybersecurity Content Creator: 700+ followers on LinkedIn sharing tools and insights.

About

I’m a cybersecurity practitioner with a strong foundation in penetration testing, digital forensics, SIEM/SOC, and secure network design. I enjoy breaking and hardening systems—and communicating risk clearly to stakeholders.

Top 1%
TryHackMe Global Ranking
Distinction
MSc Advanced Cyber Security
700+ Followers
Active security content
Capabilities
  • Core: Pen Testing, Digital Forensics, Incident Response
  • Ops: SIEM/SOC (Wazuh), Snort, Wireshark, Nmap
  • Cloud: AWS, Azure, Cloud Security
Tech Stack
Python Bash PowerShell Kali Linux Metasploit Burp Suite Wireshark Nmap Wazuh (SIEM) Snort Ghidra IDA Pro MS SQL Server Windows/Linux/macOS ISO 27001 GDPR Identity & Access Management Risk Management Threat Modeling
Soft Skills
Communication Documentation Client Training Problem Solving Collaboration Attention to Detail Time Management Stakeholder Management Customer Support

Currently open to Cyber Security Analyst roles and IT Help Desk.

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Education

MSc Advanced Cyber Security — Distinction Sept 2024 – Sept 2025
Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK
  • Specialized in cryptography, digital forensics, network security, ethical hacking, and human‑centered cybersecurity.
  • Research: “A New Hybrid Approach for Image Security using Steganography and Encryption”.
B.Tech Computer Science — 72% Sept 2020 – May 2024
Lovely Professional University, India
  • Strong foundations in data structures, algorithms, and software engineering.
  • Programming: Python, C, C++, Java; databases and cloud computing coursework.

Let’s strengthen your security

Open to Cyber Security Analyst, Security Engineer, Penetration Testing, or IT Support roles.

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