Esha Patel

I am a third-year Cybersecurity student at the University of Warwick with a strong passion for security, risk management, and emerging technologies. My academic journey has equipped me with a solid foundation in areas such as system security, incident response, and data protection, while my internship and project experiences have allowed me to apply these skills in practical, high-impact settings.

I thrive in fast-paced environments where problem-solving and critical thinking are key, and I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to deliver secure, innovative solutions. Beyond my studies, I actively contribute to the cybersecurity community as Social Media Officer for CyberWomen@Warwick and as a STEM Ambassador, promoting diversity and inspiring the next generation of technology professionals.

I am committed to building a long-term career in cybersecurity, where I can continue to expand my technical expertise, embrace new challenges, and contribute to protecting people, data, and organisations in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

• Designing & securing complex systems; vulnerability reduction & defence mechanisms
• Operating system security (process scheduling, memory management, optimisation)
• Splunk – log analysis, anomaly detection & security automation
• Symantec & ServiceNow – security monitoring & incident management
• Python programming & security scripting
• Risk management & stakeholder engagement
• Customer service, collaboration & leadership in high-pressure environments

● IBM Cybersecurity Fundamentals

● Cybrary Intro to Python

● UKMT Challenge Certification

● Member of the British Computer Society

STEM Ambassador Jun 2024 – Current

• Inspire and engage students in STEM subjects through talks, workshops, and mentoring.
• Work with schools and community groups to promote the importance of STEM careers, especially encouraging young women to pursue technology and science pathways.

SEO London Candidate Oct 2023 – Current

• Participate in the prestigious SEO London program, receiving training, mentorship, and networking opportunities to enhance professional development in the financial services and technology sectors.

Vaccine Rollout Volunteer Jun 2022 – Aug 2022

• Supported the COVID-19 vaccine rollout by managing logistics, registering patients, answering queries, and maintaining a safe, organised environment at vaccination centres.

NHS Call Out Surveyor Oct 2021 – Mar 2022

• Conducted outreach surveys to gather public health data, providing insights that supported NHS teams in improving healthcare services and response strategies.