Rajeev Jhaj Email: cv@rajeevj.co.uk
Linkedin: linkedin.rajeevj.co.uk
Technical Skills: Python, Java, Linux, Web (HTML/CSS/JS), Networks, Cyber Security, AI Integration, Risk Management, Cyber Assessments, Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Soft Skills: Communication, Customer Focus, Continuous Learning, Adaptability, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Mentoring, Innovation
Cyber security consultant with experience in delivering impactful solutions across sectors, including expertise in TPRM, AI-driven solutions, and capacity building. Keen to expand into cloud security, leveraging my skills within the tech industry.
Employment:
- EY (Ernst & Young) Cyber Security - Senior Consultant, Oct 2024 - Current
- Delivering cyber security solutions across sectors, supporting EY’s mission to build a better working world. Supported a diverse portfolio of clients, balancing technical expertise with strategic insights to solve complex business challenges.
Cyber Security - Consultant, Sep 2022 - Sep 2024
- TPRM: Supported a third-party risk management project for a multinational energy corporation, assessing security controls for 50+ suppliers against internal policy requirements.
- Gen AI Solution: Played a key role in preparing and designing a generative AI solution for a large government organisation. Contributed to the requirements gathering, research and analysis, proof-of-concept phase, as well as demonstrations and recommendations. Drove the recommended solution to senior leadership approval, advancing it to the architecture and implementation stages.
- Cyber Assessment: Conducted a cybersecurity assessment against NIST CSF 2.0 for a manufacturing organisation with over 15,000 employees. Assessed current maturity, identified findings and developed recommendations that directly enhanced client compliance and improved security maturity.
- Cyber Capacity Building: Contributed to a foreign cyber capacity-building program aimed at strengthening cybersecurity within critical national infrastructure (CNI) organisations. Designed workshops that strengthened understanding across various organisations and coordinated the delivery of a five-day cyber exercise that improved the skills of another organisation.
- Junior Development: Delivered the onboarding, training, and skill development of 18 new graduates within the EY Cyber team. Equipped new graduates to connect within the team and navigate the firm’s culture, technical landscape, and client engagement processes.
- Inspiring Future Talent: Supported sessions for EY Ripple’s CoderDojo, a volunteering initiative that teaches coding to young learners, inspiring diverse participation in tech. Additionally, I contributed to EY’s STEM app, helping to encourage young women to pursue careers in STEM.
- Awards: Awarded the EY 'Better Me' Award and named Best Team Player at the annual UK&I cyber awards ceremonies. Recognised for fostering a positive and inclusive work environment and playing a key role in the success of our 100+ member team.
- Nando’s Nandoca, Nov 2017 - Aug 2022
- Contributed to a collaborative team at Nando’s for nearly five years, building communication and teamwork skills. Following promotion, I onboarded new starters, led front of house services during shifts and improved customer service scores by 84%.
Education:
- Loughborough University 2:1 Computer Science BSc, Sep 2019 - Jul 2022
- Final Year Project: Developed a Chrome Extension for internet safety, analysing and rating website security in real-time. Achieved a 1st for demonstrating proficiency in web security and user education.
- Other projects included building an entire network from scratch (Linux), a cloud Hadoop MapReduce project (GCP), breaking into a WiFi network (Wireshark), an Android app (Java), a basic neural network (Python), a website with a backend database (JS & PHP), a shopping application (Java), a memory game on an Arduino device (C++), and a library management system (Python).
- The Streetly Academy GCSEs, A-Levels, 2012 - 2019
- A-Levels: ABB (A: Maths, B: Computer Science, B: Biology). Created a Python game inspired by Wii Tanks using Pyglet and Tkinter libraries, implementing object-oriented programming principles.
- GCSEs: 2 A*s, 5 As, 2 Bs (A*s in Maths & Computer Science)
Certifications:
Cloud
Cyber Security
Other
Activities:
- Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Event Services Volunteer, Summer 2022
- Volunteered at Coventry and Alexander Stadiums, where I was the welcoming, happy face for events hosting 30,000 attendees during the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
- Computer Science Department Student Committee Chair, 2020 - 2021
- Led a committee of 12, providing diverse opportunities to over 500 students, including socials, sports, career events, and charity initiatives. This role also encompassed leadership training, Disability Awareness training, and participation in staff interview panels. Recognised with 'Department of the Year' and 'Chair of the Year' awards for growing engagement by over 200 students.
- CodeLab Enterprise Club HackLboro Technical Lead, 2020 - 2021
- Orchestrated the technical aspects of the online hackathon during the pandemic. Oversaw Discord server operations, managed the submission website, created the hackathon website, secured sponsors, and crafted impactful advertisements. Coordinated events to ensure a fun and memorable experience for the six teams.
- Google’s Developer Student Club Publicity Lead, 2020 - 2021
- Led the publicity efforts for Google's DSC, focusing on member satisfaction and creativity in project ideas. Networked with students to attract 40 new members and earned recognition with an award from the Students' Union for outstanding contributions to the enterprise department.
- Loughborough University Student Ambassador, Nov 2019 - Jul 2022
- Represented the university at regular open day events and local schools, sharing experiences with prospective students and parents.
- Kumon Teaching Assistant, Jun 2015 - Sep 2019
- As a Teaching Assistant for five years, I tutored students of various ages up to GCSE level in Maths and English, cultivating a lively and supportive learning atmosphere. Enjoyed fostering independent thinking through engaging methods.
Interests:
I have a keen interest in how cloud, generative AI, and IoT are transforming our lives, especially when it comes to building smart homes. I love exploring what Google Assistant can do, diving into the latest on the Matter standard, RCS messaging, and the newest features of Android. My curiosity drives me to learn, tinker, and experiment with these technologies regularly. Outside of tech, I enjoy clearing my mind with a weekly long-distance run club, where I get to unwind and stay fit at the same time!