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Vaishnavi M A

Pursuing CHFIv11
Kottayam

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented forensic science graduate with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Certified in OSForensics Triage and currently pursuing CHFIv11. Hands-on experience with cyber forensic tools. Excited to apply expertise in digital forensics and forensic investigation while continuously expanding knowledge.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Digital Forensic Analyst Trainee

Hawk Eye Forensics
10.2024 - Current
  • Actively pursuing CHFIv11 certification and certified in OSForensics Triage.
  • Utilizing cyber forensic tools including Cellebrite UFED Touch, MOBILEdit Forensic Express, Forensic Falcon Neo, Autopsy, AccessData FTK, Magnet Axiom, Encase, OSForensics, EnCase, Write Blocker.
  • Gained hands-on experience by working on real forensic cases.

Cyber Forensic Investigation Intern

Sherlock Institute of Forensic Sciences
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Gained Knowledge in collecting, handling, and preserving digital evidence.
  • Learned key aspects of digital forensics, evidence handling, and digital crime scene investigation and conducted audio and video verification for forensic analysis.
  • Worked with various cyber forensic tools, including MobisKin and Oxygen Forensic Detective.

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation Intern

J Baxi & Co
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Conducted project on the topic 'Roles of Laws and Regulation in Forensic Accounting.'
  • Utilized MS Excel for financial analysis and contributed to real cases involving asset misappropriation and financial fraud.
  • Completed certifications including Visualize Cases and Flows of Money, Financial Analysis using Excel, Operational Analysis of Suspicious Transaction Reports, and Source and Application of Funds Analysis by International Center of Asset Recovery.

Volunteer

Raksha Charitable Society
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Improved literacy rates with weekly volunteer tutoring sessions.

Forensic Intern

Sherlock Institute of Forensic Sciences
06.2021 - 06.2021
  • Area of practice during the mentioned period was Crime Scene Investigation, Questioned Document Examination, Fingerprint Examination, Cyber Forensic Investigation, & Face Recognition.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

Amity Institute of Forensic Science
Noida, India
05.2019 - 06.2022

Master of Science - Forensic Science

Amity Institute of Forensic Science
Noida, India
05.2022 - 06.2024

Skills

  • Digital Evidence Analysis
  • Fingerprint Analysis
  • Questioned Document Analysis
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership
  • Observation Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Analytical Skills
  • Decision-Making
  • Digital Tools Proficiency
  • Data Extraction & Analysis

Publications

Advances in Analytical Techniques for Forensic Investigation, Chapter 11, Wiley

Certification

[CHFIv11-EC Council] Training - [Hawk Eye Forensic]

Timeline

[OSForensic Triage Certification] License - [2 years]

12-2025

[CHFIv11-EC Council] Training - [Hawk Eye Forensic]

10-2024

Digital Forensic Analyst Trainee

Hawk Eye Forensics
10.2024 - Current

Cyber Forensic Investigation Intern

Sherlock Institute of Forensic Sciences
06.2024 - 06.2024

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation Intern

J Baxi & Co
06.2023 - 07.2023

Volunteer

Raksha Charitable Society
12.2022 - 04.2023

Master of Science - Forensic Science

Amity Institute of Forensic Science
05.2022 - 06.2024

Forensic Intern

Sherlock Institute of Forensic Sciences
06.2021 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

Amity Institute of Forensic Science
05.2019 - 06.2022
Vaishnavi M APursuing CHFIv11