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Nihal Awasthi
Software Development Engineer
I'm a Software Developer and Cybersecurity Specialist with expertise in scalable backend systems, encryption technologies, and web application security.
About Me
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Currently pursuing Integrated M.Tech in
Computer
Science (Cyber Security) at VIT
Bhopal.
Building real-world experience through professional roles in software
development.
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Education
Vellore Institute of Technology, Bhopal, India
Integrated M.Tech - Computer Science Engineering
Specialization in Cyber Security
Expected 2027
nihalawasthi498@gmail.com
+91 6350 486 317
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Projects Led
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Years Experience
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Professional Roles
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Workshops Organized
Extracurricular Achievement
- Led a 15-member technical team at Cyber Warrior Club, organizing 8+ workshops on ethical hacking.
- Top 0.005% globally — Ranked #47/1M+ participants in Advent of Code 2024.
- Served as a judge for two 36-hour hackathons hosted by Eureka Club VITB and Cyber Warrior Club VITB.
Work Experience
Aug 2024 – May 2025
Aug 2024 – May 2025
Software Development Engineer
MyResQR.life
- Promoted from Intern to Part-Time SDE after a successful internship (6-month + 1-month extension).
- Engineered scalable backend infrastructure using Python, Django, and RESTful APIs; deployed applications over AWS EC2.
- Achieved 99.9% uptime for critical services during peak traffic.
Python
Django
RESTful
APIs
AWS
EC2
Mar 2024 – Dec 2024
Full Stack Developer
Operation Smile Foundation, Delhi
Charity Work
- Designed and developed a responsive website, increasing user engagement
- Led technical initiatives and mentored junior developers in best practices and modern web technologies.
- Enhanced website performance, increasing Lighthouse scores to 98 and reducing page load times by 40%.
React
JavaScript
HTML/CSS
Performance
Optimization
Mar 2024 – Dec 2024
Full Stack Developer
Operation Smile Foundation, Delhi
Charity Work
- Designed and developed a responsive website, increasing user engagement by 60% and donations by 25%.
- Led technical initiatives and mentored junior developers in best practices and modern web technologies.
- Enhanced website performance, increasing Lighthouse scores to 98 and reducing page load times by 40%.
React
JavaScript
HTML/CSS
Performance
Optimization
Apr 2023 - Dec 2024
Apr 2023 - Dec 2024
FrontEnd Developer
Upwan Infra Pvt. Ltd.
Project intern
- Designed and developed a responsive website, increasing user engagement by 60% and donations by 25%.
- Led technical initiatives and mentored junior developers in best practices and modern web technologies.
- Enhanced website performance, increasing Lighthouse scores to 98 and reducing page load times by 40%.
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
Responsive
Design
Various Dates
Projects
Explore a selection of my recent projects showcasing expertise in cybersecurity, full-stack development, and application security.
Featured Projects
ZynqOS
WebOS
Wasmer
Terminal
ZynqPad
A web-based operating system bundling my major projects with core OS utilities: ZynqPad (custom file manager + code editor), an integrated terminal, and a Wasmer-powered application runtime.
Integrated native components:
- Phablet: Custom hashing + encryption (AES-256 + RSA) for secure data handling.
- Wednesday: Desktop chat assistant for local automation and contextual interactions.
- PhantomSurf: Privacy browser with toggleable VPN and TOR routing.
- AigesX: Inbuilt vulnerability scanner for security assessments.
Applied system-level design patterns from my project ShadeOS — a 64-bit kernel built from scratch in Rust and C — to architect process isolation, modular services, and secure runtime boundaries in ZynqOS.
Load the live ZynqOS demo on demand.
Phablet
Python
Encryption
A multilayered encryption protocol with AES-256 and RSA integration. Achieved 9ms encryption/11ms decryption times for data up to 1MB (95% faster than industry benchmarks).
AES-256
RSA
Python
Cryptography
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Kernel
Rust
C
ShadeOS
64-bit Kernel (Rust/C) In development
A 64-bit operating system kernel designed from scratch in Rust and C, used to explore process isolation, modular services, and secure runtime boundaries.
Kernel
Rust
C
Systems
Project in progress
80%
Security
Python
AigesX
Vulnerability Detection System Ongoing
Automated vulnerability identification using fuzzing and symbolic execution;
Fuzzing
Symbolic
Execution
Vulnerability
Analysis
Python
Project in progress
50%
Privacy
UI/UX
PhantomSurf
Privacy-Focused BrowserOngoing
Developed a privacy-focused browser featuring an integrated proxy, real-time packet transfer monitoring, and a modern, sleek UI.
Browser
Proxy
UI/UX
Privacy
Project in progress
70%
Assistant
Automation
Wednesday
Personal Desktop Chat Assistant
A personal desktop chat assistant enabling local automation and contextual user interactions.
Assistant
Automation
Productivity
Project completed
100%
Open
Source
Python
Cryptographic Library
Open-source Python Library
Open-source Python library featuring over 50 encryption algorithm implementations; 5000+ views on GitHub.
Python
Cryptography
Library
5000+
Views
Project completed
100%
60+
Projects Completed
200+
Vulnerabilities Fixed
12
Open Source Contributions
99%
Uptime Guarantee
Skills Matrix
Comprehensive technical skillset across multiple domains, with expertise in cybersecurity, programming, web development, and DevOps.
Network Security
Proficient in securing enterprise systems through firewalls, IDS/IPS, and traffic monitoring.
Wireshark
Nmap
Burp
Suite
Metasploit
Penetration Testing
Security assessments using ethical hacking tools and industry techniques.
Burp
Suite
Metasploit
Nmap
Programming
Versatile across multiple languages with cryptography, backend, and automation expertise.
Python
C
C++
Java
PowerShell
Bash
Web Development
Built scalable web apps using modern frontend/backend stacks with responsive design.
ReactJS
HTML/CSS/JS
Django
Flask
REST
APIs
Cloud & DevOps
Deployed services using cloud infrastructure and automated workflows with CI/CD.
AWS
EC2
GitHub
Actions
PostgreSQL
MySQL
Git
Encryption & Cryptography
Custom-built libraries and secure protocols using hybrid encryption techniques.
AES-256
RSA
Python
Libs
Reverse Engineering
Analyzed software binaries and malware with static/dynamic methods and fuzzing.
Fuzzers
Symbolic
Execution
AI Tools
Leveraged generative AI platforms for enhanced productivity and intelligent features.
ChatGPT
DeepSeek
V0
Skill Details
Research Publications
Springer
Nature
BMC
Phablet Hashing Algorithm
This paper presents the Phablet Hashing Algorithm, a novel cryptographic hashing method designed to enhance security and efficiency.The algorithm integrates multiple encryption techniques, including block cipher and a custom encryption transformation, to provide robust protection against common cryptographic attacks.
Status:
Published
ISBN:
978-3-031-87584-7
How to Cite
Awasthi, N. (2025). Phablet Hashing Algorithm. In: Musleh Al-Sartawi, A.M.A., Nour, A.I., Abdeljawad, I. (eds) Business Resilience and Business Innovation for Sustainability. Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, vol 587. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-87584-7_123
Springer
Nature
BMC
Data Poisoning in Large Language Models
This research underscores the importance of growing robust safety mechanisms to make sure the safety and integrity of LLMs in real-global packages. By presenting a detailed evaluation of attack strategies and mitigation strategies, we aim to make a contribution to the persevering with efforts in securing tool analyzing models towards hostile threats.
Status:
Published
ISBN:
978-3-031-87584-7
How to Cite
Awasthi, N. (2025). Data Poisoning in LLMs. In: Musleh Al-Sartawi, A.M.A., Nour, A.I., Abdeljawad, I. (eds) Business Resilience and Business Innovation for Sustainability. Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, vol 587. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-87584-7_168
IEEE
ICDCC'2024
Phablet: A Multi-Layered Encryption Protocol for Data Security
This paper introduces Phablet, an innovative multi-layered encryption protocol that combines AES-256 and RSA cryptographic algorithms to provide enhanced data security. The research demonstrates significant performance improvements, with 9ms encryption and 11ms decryption times for data up to 1MB - 95% faster than current industry standards.
Status:
Under Final Review
Copyright ID:
eCF Paper ID: 832712
Springer
ICIoTCT
2025
Hybrid Threat Vectors in LLMs: A Study on the Intersection of Prompt Injection and Data Poisoning Attacks
This study examines hybrid attack pathways combining prompt injection and data poisoning against large language models, outlining risk factors and mitigation directions.
Status:
Under Final Review
Conference:
Meteor Springer via ICIoTCT 2025
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