Hello, I'm Akanksha Raghvesh, a dedicated cybersecurity professional and educator based in Florida. With a Master's in Cybersecurity from Illinois Institute of Technology and a background in IT , I am committed to enhancing security practices and empowering others through knowledge sharing. 🔒 Cybersecurity Expertise: With hands-on experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst at Rush University Medical Center and a Cybersecurity and IT Professional at Keiser University, I specialize in security event monitoring, risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and SOC report reviews. As a regular bug bounty hunter, I actively discover, classify, and report vulnerabilities based on CVE identifiers and CVSS scoring methodologies. Proficient in tools like Splunk, Nessus, and Burp Suite, I excel in identifying and mitigating security weaknesses to strengthen organizational security frameworks. 🌟 Achievements: Actively engaged as a bug bounty hunter, consistently identifying and reporting vulnerabilities. Successfully cleared Tier 2 of the WiCyS Security Training Scholarship and earned scholarships for the SANS CyberStart Program and Google Security Trainings. Additionally, I participated in the National Cyber League (NCL) hackathons during Fall 2022 and Spring 2023. 📚 Continuous Learning: CompTIA Security+ certified professional actively pursuing CISSP and SAL 1 certifications to enhance my cybersecurity expertise. Committed to ongoing professional development to stay ahead of evolving security threats and technologies. 👩‍🏫 Mentorship & Advocacy: Passionate about guiding aspiring cybersecurity professionals, I have mentored several students and advised individuals exploring cybersecurity as a field of study. I actively encourage others to embrace this rewarding career path by sharing insights, practical guidance, and resources. 🤝 Open to Connections: Eager to connect with fellow security professionals for collaborative projects, industry insights exchange, and developing cutting-edge approaches to today's cybersecurity challenges. Let's partner to strengthen digital defenses and build more secure environments! 🛡️ Philosophy: Cybersecurity is not a luxury—it's a necessity in today's interconnected digital landscape.