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CS Student @ McMaster University
Specializing in CybersecurityPassionate about |
Sooraj K. Manikandan

01. /whoami

I’m a third-year Computer Science student with a strong passion for technology, especially in cybersecurity, data analysis, and AI/ML.

This past summer, I interned with CGI’s Security Operations Center (SOC), gaining real-world exposure to how cybersecurity teams operate. It was a great experience that allowed me to apply concepts from class and self-study to practical situations.

I am currently working towards earning industry-level certifications in Cybersecurity to further validate my skills and expertise in the domain.

Beyond security, I’m fascinated by how data tells stories and how AI creates new solutions. I’m always eager to learn - whether it’s experimenting with projects, picking up new tools, or tackling challenges that push me to think differently.

If you’re into tech, data, AI, or security and want to chat, I’d love to hear from you.

02. /experience_log

Cybersecurity Intern (Co-op)

CGI Inc. | May 2025 - Aug 2025

  • Monitored and triaged security alerts using IBM QRadar, identifying threats per SOC protocols.
  • Conducted first-level investigations by filtering false positives and analyzing logs.
  • Documented incident details to ensure smooth handover to L2 analysts.

03. /projects

Python HIDS

A Host-Based Intrusion Detection System for Linux. Features multi-threaded file integrity monitoring (FIM) and log analysis to detect SSH brute-force attacks in real-time.

PythonLinuxSecurityThreading

Virtual SOC Analyst Simulation

Simulated Tier 1 Analyst operations on TryHackMe. Utilized Splunk (SIEM) to query logs, identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), and triage threats like Phishing and Malware.

SplunkTryHackMeSecuritySOC

Life-Link-Live

Emergency response web app designed for natural disasters. Focuses on rapid accessibility and clear user flows to help users access critical resources under stress.

ReactEmergency ResponseUX Design

04. /stack_database

Python
C Language
JavaScript
React
TypeScript
Metasploit
Linux
Kali
QRadar
Wireshark
SQL
Git
Docker
Tailwind
HTML5

05. /contact_uplink

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