Poorav Patel
Northfield,SA
Summary
Final-year Bachelor of IT student majoring in Networking and Cybersecurity, with strong hands-on experience in enterprise-level network design, virtualization, and security frameworks. Proficient in configuring Cisco routers and switches, implementing routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), managing VMware vSphere environments, and applying ISO 27001 and NIST cybersecurity standards. A proactive and solutions-focused individual with excellent teamwork and project management skills, gained through capstone and real-world simulation projects.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Capstone Project | Cybersecurity Framework Consult
UniSA
Adelaide , SA
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed a custom Third-Party Risk Management system aligned with NIST & APRA CPS 234 guidelines.
- Created tiering policies, vendor questionnaires, and assessment templates for client.
- Advised stakeholders on access control, incident response planning, and compliance measures.
- Led Agile sprint reviews and managed Jira tasks, documentation, and deliverables.
- Developed policies and procedures for the entire framework.
3rd Year Project | Network Design Engineer
UniSA
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Designed a scalable enterprise network with logical, physical, and rack diagrams.
- Configured Layer 3 routing using OSPF, BGP, and static routing; implemented VLANs, DHCP, and NAT.
- Integrated redundancy using HSRP and MSTP; ensured inter-VLAN routing between access and distribution layers.
- Responded to changing requirements (e.g., remote work) by adapting the IP schema and hardware plan.
- Collaborated with other IT teams to troubleshoot problems in a timely manner.
3rd Year Project | Virtual Infrastructure Designer
UniSA
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted in-depth research on cloud technologies, including thin clients, VMware vSphere, and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI).
- Proposed a centralized, cloud-based infrastructure model to enhance cost efficiency, scalability, and remote accessibility.
- Designed the virtual environment using ESXi hosts and vCenter, incorporating features such as high availability (HA), DRS, and vMotion.
- Mapped out remote access solutions, thin client deployment, data storage, and backup strategies for a health sector use case.
- Focused on minimizing physical hardware needs while ensuring resilience, remote management, and centralized record-keeping.
Education
Bachelors of Information And Technology - Networking And Cybersecurity
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA07-2025
Skills
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Adaptability and Eagerness to Learn
- Team Collaboration
- Network design
- Agile methodology and project planning
- Good communication skills
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Academic Achievements and Honors: Received Chancellor's Letter of Commendation; this award recognizes students with an average in the top 5% of their courses (2024)
- Academic Achievements and Honors: Received University Merit Award, this award recognizes students with an average in the top 15% of their courses (2023)
Affiliations
- Technical Volunteer- Assisted in organizing tech meetups, Cisco lab sessions, and peer-to-peer learning workshops focused on networking and cybersecurity topics at Uni
- I’ve been playing cricket every weekend with a local team it’s something I genuinely enjoy, and it’s taught me a lot about teamwork, patience, and thinking on my feet under pressure
- Outside of uni, I spend a lot of time experimenting with networking setups in my home lab It’s helped me stay hands-on and curious beyond classroom theory
Timeline
Capstone Project | Cybersecurity Framework Consult
UniSA
02.2025 - 07.2025
3rd Year Project | Network Design Engineer
UniSA
07.2024 - 11.2024
3rd Year Project | Virtual Infrastructure Designer
UniSA
07.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelors of Information And Technology - Networking And Cybersecurity
University of South Australia
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