Harsh Patel

HARSH PATEL Calgary +1(587)- -- Professional Summary Information security professional skilled in SIEM tools including Splunk and Wireshark, alongside expertise in firewall management using Checkpoint and Sophos. Proficient in conducting risk assessments and vulnerability scans with OpenVAS, and knowledgeable in cloud services across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Demonstrates strong capabilities in network security, IDS/PCAP analysis, and adherence to security standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST. Technical skills include Python programming, Linux, and Windows system internals, complemented by effective communication of complex technical concepts. Work Experience Associate Information Security Intern May 2024 to August 2024 Online Business Systems - Winnipeg, Manitoba Organised and prepared documentation to support audit processes in compliance with ISO 27001/2 and NIST. Conducted risk and vulnerability assessments to identify security threats, system weaknesses, and compliance gaps, providing recommendations for mitigation. Worked collaboratively with the team to evaluate vulnerabilities, and provide recommendations for improving the organisation's overall security posture. Assisted in the development and preparation of compliance documentation to support ISO 27001 accreditation and audit readiness. Educated employees on phishing threats to boost cybersecurity awareness. Participated in brainstorming sessions, offering innovative ideas for project improvements and problemsolving. Firewall Security Engineer November 2022 to August 2023 Freelance - Mumbai, India Configured and managed Checkpoint firewall rules to facilitate secure client access, including rule creation and modification. Monitored and analysed firewall operations using Splunk and Wireshark to detect anomalies, identify configuration issues, and support incident response. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to proactively resolve technical challenges, ensuring timely issue resolution, and continuous service delivery. Diagnosed and resolved firewall-related issues to ensure continuous availability and optimal performance. IT Support Engineer Intern May 2023 to July 2023 Algoritham Infrastructure - Mumbai, India Offer desktop assistance to clients, aiding with activities like installing the Windows operating system, updating antivirus software, and creating backups. Implemented and maintained firewalls, servers, and storage systems to support secure, efficient IT operations. Installed and maintained access points, CCTV systems, and physical security infrastructure to support reliable network connectivity. Coordinated with interdepartmental teams to address client challenges, ensuring rapid resolution, and consistent service excellence. Skills SIEM (Splunk, Wireshark) Firewall management (Check Point, Sophos) Incident response Risk assessment ISO 27001/2 NIST Packet capture (PCAP) analysis Cloud services VMware Cloud deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) Routing and switching principles Security frameworks Vulnerability assessments OpenVAS Network security concepts Intrusion detection systems (IDS) Networking fundamentals Linux, command-line interface Putty Python, C++, Object Oriented Programming Websites, Portfolios and Profiles www.linkedin.com/in/harshpatel775 Education Master Of Information Security and Privacy, 2024 University Of Calgary - Calgary, AB, Canada Bachelor's of Engineering : Information Technology, 2022 Savitribai Phule Pune University - Nashik, IN Projects FoodScan – Food Monitoring Android & Web Application,- Academic Project | OCR, Android Studio, Bootstrap, PHP, MySQL, SQLite, Android Studio. Developed a cross-platform food monitoring app (Android and web-based) aimed at promoting healthy eating habits for the elderly by analyzing grocery lists and barcodes using OCR (Google Vision API). Engineered Android application using Java (Android Studio), with support for API level 23+ to ensure compatibility with older devices common in rural areas. Built the web interface using Bootstrap, PHP, and MySQL, hosted locally via XAMPP, for real-time receipt scanning and nutritional visualization. Designed and integrated a food ontology to classify items into dietary groups (e.g., Vegetables, Fruits, Proteins), enabling tailored diet recommendations. Implemented SQLite for offline Android data storage, improving accessibility and ensuring data privacy without relying on cloud infrastructure. Conducted algorithm evaluation between Web Scraping, Object Detection, and OCR, selecting OCR as the optimal solution for accurate food item recognition.