Harshit Agrawal

About Harshit Agrawal

Harshit is a dedicated cybersecurity professional with a Master\'s in Computer Engineering from Boston University College of Engineering, specializing in Cybersecurity. With over two years of industry experience, I have honed my skills as a Security Researcher, gaining expertise in programming, vulnerability assessment, threat intelligence, incident response, cryptography, cyberwarfare, and network security.Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have presented my work at 25+ international security conferences across 12+ countries, including prestigious events such as RSAC, DEFCON (IoT Village), HITB, and BSides. As the Chair of Media & Technology for STC, I am actively engaged in fostering industry connections, networking, and collaboration on a global scale.Recognized for my hard work and leadership abilities, I have held positions such as President of the CSI Chapter and Vice President for the Entrepreneurship cell at MIT, where I led teams of security enthusiasts, furthering my understanding of cybersecurity and sparking my passion for the field.As a Programmer, Developer, Researcher, and Believer, I strive to deliver innovative solutions and think outside the box. With a patient and composed demeanor, I excel under pressure and leverage my leadership and administrative skills to tackle challenges effectively.Punctual, dedicated, and adaptable, I thrive in diverse environments and am committed to delivering results with minimal direction. I approach every task with sincerity, determination, and loyalty, embracing opportunities for growth and learning.I am eager to discuss how my skills and experiences can contribute to your organization\'s success. Please feel free to contact me via email at h••••••@bu.edu to schedule a meeting at your convenience.

Experience

1. Ms Ambassador

   Boston University College of Engineering

   Jul 2022 — Present

   Peer advising (course interests, field interests, specializations, internships, research, MS Projects/Thesis)- Helped students with adjusting to the US/New England/Boston area (cultural/regional/ social differences, transportation, food!)

Education

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science

  2015 — 2019

• Boston University

  Masters in Electrical and Computer Engineering , Cybersecurity