Keya Kishore

I am studying cybersecurity now, and it has been a thrilling and mind-opening experience as I got into the world of digital defence, ethical hacking, and system protection. In a world where information has become as precious as it is currently, knowing how to protect systems and avoid cyber threats seems not only significant but critical. My initial attraction to cybersecurity was that I developed some interest in understanding how hackers do their work, how data breaches occur, and how companies keep their digital assets safe. Once I began to look a little deeper, I understood that cybersecurity does not solely rely on the tools or software- it requires critical thinking, a proactive approach, and several steps ahead kind of mentality. At the current moment, I am working on an established foundation. I am studying network security, cryptography, system vulnerability, firewall, penetration testing, and risk assessment. I have also begun using tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and virtual machines such as Kali Linux in order to be able to experiment with real-world situations in a controlled way. In my studies, I have been able to admire the complexity of cybersecurity. This is not mere safeguarding of a single system- this is establishing a defence plan that entails people, processes, as well as technology. The ideas, such as the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), social engineering attacks, and zero-day vulnerabilities, have made my eyes wide open to the fact that this field is indeed complex and dynamic. I have additionally begun doing labs and CTF (Capture The Flag) challenges, which have allowed me to use my theoretical understanding practically. But not only are these challenges fun, but I also have to think like an attacker, which is an effective method of learning how to construct more effective defences. Among the most important lessons I have acquired is the fact that cybersecurity is a mindset. It is the quality of being wary, yet investigation, guards, but investigates. It could be examining traffic logs, identifying open ports, phishing attempts, or something else, but you get used to seeing things that other people do not notice. I am currently studying to get certifications such as CompTIA Security+, and in the future, I will be studying towards CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) and CISSP. This field is dynamic, too, so I take time to follow security news and read about data breaches and keep up with new threats. Ethical hacking, security analysis, or threat intelligence are the fields I see myself working in in the long term, as I would thus be able to facilitate the creation of a safer digital environment for businesses and individuals. I have a desire to assist organisations in bolstering their defences, identifying threats before they cause damage, and conducting incident recovery with assuredness. Studying cybersecurity has demonstrated to me the importance of digital trust in modern society, and the gratification of belonging to the community of people who strive to secure it. #CybersecurityLearner #InfoSecJourney #EthicalHacking #LearningCybersecurity #DigitalDefense #SecurityAwareness #NetworkSecurityBasics #CaptureTheFlag #KaliLinux #StaySecure #HackTheBox #FutureCyberAnalyst #SecurityPlus #BlueTeamRedTeam #CyberSkillsInProgress