Nishidha Mahajan (Immediate Joiner)
Pune, India | nishidhamahajan01@[Link] | +91 9373263421
[Link]
SUMMARY
Meticulous Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in data analysis, Data Science, skilled in Python,
Excel, data visualization tools and familiar with SQL for database querying and management. Demonstrated ability to
apply technical expertise to derive actionable insights from complex datasets. Proficient in developing data-driven
solutions to support strategic decision-making.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Software Engineer July 2022 – Feb 2025
Persistent Systems Ltd | Pune, Maharashtra
Project:- CyberArk (Ahold Delhaize Client) Oct 2023 – Jan 2025
CyberArk is a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution that secures, manages, and monitors privileged
accounts, credentials, and secrets across IT environments.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements:
Automated safe (container to store privileged accounts) data validation in CyberArk using Python,
reducing manual effort by 80% and improving data accuracy.
Analyzed privileged account inventory reports, identifying underutilized accounts, improving Central Policy
Manager (CPM) performance by 70%, and reducing operational bottlenecks by 30%.
Implemented a machine learning model for anomaly detection, achieving 96% accuracy, enhancing security
and threat detection processes. The model effectively identified unusual user behavior and potential security
threats, contributing to proactive risk management and enhanced security measures.
Developed and presented data visualizations using Power BI, including data modeling, resulting in enhanced
stakeholder understanding of insights derived from the dataset.
Software Engineer
Project:- Adapters Development (IBM Client) July 2022– Sep 2023
Adapter development includes creating adapters that are used to facilitate communication between IBM Security
Identity Manager(ISIM), IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence(IGI) and target applications like Azure,
PostgreSQL, Workday etc.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements:
Done testing for various adapters within ISIM and IGI environments, ensuring robust functionality.
Conducted data analysis using Pandas to resolve issues like user provisioning, access revocation delays and
mismanagement of roles, reducing provisioning delays by 30% and improving access revocation efficiency for
inactive employees by 25%.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure proper implementation of data-driven solutions,
enhancing the overall security of the IAM (Identity and Access Management) environment.
Designed interactive visualizations in Power BI to track and present Key Performance Indicators (KPIs),
enabling stakeholders to identify trends and root causes, ultimately supporting data-driven decision-making.
Practiced Agile and Scrum methodologies, ensuring 100% adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
Maintained code integrity and collaboration efficiency through proficient use of GitHub, achieving a 95% code
maintainability rate.
INTERNSHIPS
DevTown (ShapeAI)
Machine Learning Intern July 2021 – Oct 2021
• Acquired proficiency in Machine Learning (ML) algorithms.
• Enhanced Python programming skills.
TwoWaits Nov 2021 – Nov 2021
Data Science & Machine Learning Internship
• Gained hands-on experience with various Python libraries.
• Done data analysis using IPL score data.
• Developed skills in interpreting and visualizing data.
Persistent Systems Ltd Feb 2022 – July 2022
Software Engineer Intern
• Completed training in Java programming, covering key concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOPs).
• Acquired proficiency in SQL for database management.
CERTIFICATIONS
Machine Learning by ShapeAI – DevTown (ShapeAI) - Oct 2021 View Certificate
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals – Microsoft- Sep 2023 View Certificate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals – Microsoft - Apr 2023 View Certificate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals – Microsoft - July 2022 View Certificate
SKILLS
Programming Languages: Python (NumPY, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn), SQL
Data Visualization: Power BI, Advanced Excel
Technical Skills: Data Analytics , Machine Learning (Scikit-learn), CyberArk (PAM tool), Natural Language Processing (NLP),
Deep Learning (TensorFlow, Keras), Statistical Analysis,Flask
Soft Skills: Communication (written and verbal), Strong Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Attention to detail, Critical
Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Presentation Skills, Story telling
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Engineering – Computer Science July 2018 - May 2022
Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
PROJECTS
Spotify Usage Pattern Analysis using Python View in GitHub
Objective is to uncover insights that help convert free users to paid subscribers, thus boosting revenue
potential for Spotify.
Loan Status Prediction using Machine Learning View in GitHub
Built and tuned machine learning models to predict loan approval status.
Applied data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, feature selection and scaling.
Achieved 87% accuracy using Logistic Regression and 81% using Random Forest Classifier.
