About

A passionate cybersecurity specialist and full stack developer with expertise in both offensive and defensive security practices. Currently pursuing B.Tech in Computer Science with specialization in Cybersecurity at VIT Bhopal University.

GitHub: github.com/5h4d0wn1k
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nikhilnagpure24

VIT Bhopal University, India
B.Tech in Computer Science with specialization in Cybersecurity (June 2021 - 2025)
CGPA: 8.26/10

Shadownik (MSME Registered)
Founder and CEO (June 2024 - Present)

• Founded and led a startup providing cybersecurity, digital marketing, web development, and hosting services.
• Grew the team to 15 members, including international collaboration.
• Launched web development and cybersecurity services, personally developing fullstack websites and security solutions for clients.
• Developed and deployed key products, including an open-source SIEM tool and a cybersecurity education platform.
• Managed all aspects of the business—strategy, operations, marketing, sales, and client relations.
• Hosted and managed multiple client websites and DNS, ensuring reliable and secure service delivery.
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Ethical Hacking Intern (Nov 2023 - Dec 2023)

• Conducted comprehensive security assessments, systematically identifying and ethically exploiting Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities across diverse web platforms.
• Developed detailed vulnerability reports with forensic-level security assessments and strategic mitigation recommendations.
• Designed and implemented advanced cybersecurity laboratory environments, simulating real-world security scenarios to enhance practical expertise.

Security Skills: GRC, NIST, Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing
Technical Skills: Linux Administration, APIs, Networking, Python, Java, DSA, UI/UX Design, Full Stack Development, Blockchain, Web3, Prompt Engineering

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) - EC-Council
• Certified Network Security Practitioner (CNSP) - The SecOps Group
• Practical Ethical Hacking - TCM Security
• Python Specialization - Michigan University (Coursera)
• Currently following HTB Penetration Testing Job Role Path

DEFCON Franklin IT Security Project
Cybersecurity Infrastructure Defender (October 2024 - Present)

Ministry of Home Affairs, India
Cybersecurity Awareness Volunteer and Cyber Expert (August 2024 - Present)

Patent Filed: "A SELF-CLEANING GLASSES CASE SYSTEM"
Application No: 202421032123

Competitions & Rankings:

• Ranked 36th in CyVIT CTF competition at VIT Bhopal
• Participated in DSA Dash, Smart India Hackathon, and Kavach (March 2023)
• Top 12% on TryHackMe Globally
• Under world's top 600 in Bug Base
• Active contributor on Leetcode and Hack The Box platforms
• Former core member of Health O Tech Club, VIT Bhopal (July 2021)