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Hardik Patel
Trainer

Hardik Patel

Cybersecurity Trainer

CEH Certified Cybersecurity Trainer at iTechFixr. Helping IT professionals and organisations master real-world security skills through hands-on training.

CEHCertified
7+ YrsExperience
VAPTSpecialist
LeadTrainer

Who is Hardik?

Hardik Patel is the lead cybersecurity trainer at iTechFixr. With 7+ years of industry experience, Hardik is dedicated to bridging the theory-to-practice gap in cybersecurity education.

His journey is built on a strong foundation of practical knowledge, transitioning from a hardware engineer to a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and professional VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing) consultant. Having worked closely with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to secure their digital infrastructures, Hardik recognized a critical gap in the industry: while many professionals hold certifications, they often struggle to solve real-world, practical security challenges.

This insight sparked his passion for teaching. Driven by the philosophy that cybersecurity is an active discipline rather than a theoretical one, he designs and delivers training programs focused on actionable skills. Today, through iTechFixr, he equips the next generation of cybersecurity defenders with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios to protect organizations effectively.

Philosophy
"๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Cybersecurity isn't just about passing certifications โ€“ it's about stopping real threats."

Areas of Expertise & Offerings

OFFERING 01

Cybersecurity Training

Comprehensive 42-hour intensive training programs focusing on real-world scenarios, hands-on labs, and practical skills application.

OFFERING 02

Corporate Workshops

Customized security training solutions for organizations to upskill their teams, build a strong security culture, and mitigate human risks.

OFFERING 03

VAPT & Consultancy

Professional Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) services helping SMBs secure their networks and systems.

OFFERING 04

Career Mentorship

Dedicated mentorship and guidance for aspiring cybersecurity professionals transitioning from theoretical learning to hands-on careers.

Technical & Practical

Ethical Hacking Penetration Testing Vulnerability Assessment Network Security Security Awareness Training Career Mentorship SME Consultancy Burp Suite Metasploit Nmap Wireshark Kali Linux

Education & Certifications

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

EC-Council US ยท Certified in 2022, validating advanced ethical hacking and network security capabilities.

IT Infrastructure & Technical Support Specialist

Professional experience since 2019 covering system installation, data recovery, hardware/software troubleshooting, and network design.

Career Highlights

โ˜… TRAINING LEAD

Trainer at iTechFixr

Delivering programmes focused entirely on hands-on cybersecurity capabilities.

โ˜… INDUSTRY EXP

7+ Years in Security

Demonstrated expertise in systems audit, network defense, and active VAPT.

โ˜… CREDENTIALS

CEH Certified Specialist

Certified by EC-Council US, mastering the latest offensive and defensive practices.

โ˜… MENTORSHIP

Practical Skills Mentor

Guiding professionals to think like hackers and defend systems with confidence.

Where Training Was Conducted

Corporate

Jaguar Equipments Pvt. Ltd.

Corporate Cybersecurity Awareness Training

Association

Pune Management Association

Awareness Training on Online Frauds for Senior Citizens

MSME / Business

Udyojak Milan Bhosari & UMB RSS Nigdi

CERT-In Auditing for MSMEs & 15 Elemental Cyber Defense Controls

Educational

Trinity International & Gayatri International Schools

Student Cybersecurity General Awareness Training

Educational

A.M. Kewalramani Premier High School

Student Cybersecurity General Awareness Training

Technical

Linux Lab & i-Programmer Pune

General Cybersecurity Awareness Seminar

Want to Work With Hardik?

All client engagements run through iTechFixr. Reach out via the main contact channel and we will connect you to the right person.

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