Rohan Kumar
Boston,MA
Summary
Graduate student in Computer Science at Northeastern University with a background in international affairs and national security. Experience supporting policy-relevant analysis at the U.S. Department of State, with expertise in Russian foreign policy and jihadist groups in Pakistan–Afghanistan. Skilled in Python, SQL, and data analysis for identifying patterns and producing actionable insights. Interested in roles at the intersection of technology, intelligence, and national security.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Intern
SONNET BioTherapeutics
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed a role-based access control system securing access for over 60 hypothetical employees in a simulated multi-department setup.
- Implemented clinical trial management system to efficiently process CSV files for patient demographics and treatment outcomes extraction.
Relationship Banker
Bank of America
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Personalized customer interactions to meet individual financial requirements efficiently.
- Suggested bank products, like credit cards and loans, enhancing client portfolios.
South Asia Researcher
American Kahani
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Analyzed militant organizations through published articles on ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and Taliban.
- Examined regional security dynamics in South Asia, particularly regarding Pakistan-Afghanistan relations.
- Executed independent research to monitor terrorism trends and asymmetric warfare developments.
- Transformed intricate political and security data into accessible written content for public audiences.
Pakistan Desk Intern
US State Department
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Summarized attacks from militant groups like TTP and ISIS-K, focusing on overall impact.
- Drafted end-of-day (EOD) reports detailing security incidents for desk officer guidance.
- Reviewed counterproliferation policy documents to measure strategic developments and geopolitical impact.
- Worked with desk officers to see how Taliban power would impact Pakistani national security.
Russia and South Asia Research Assistant
University of California, Riverside
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed an honors thesis analyzing Russian foreign policy in Africa, particularly regarding Wagner Group's role in security governance.
- Examined political, security, and economic influences shaping Russian operations within the region.
- Analyzed military and economic factors affecting Russian presence in Africa.
- Explored datasets on Hindu-Muslim violence to uncover conflict patterns relative to British colonial rule.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Northeastern University
Boston, MA12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
University of California-Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2022
Skills
Technical Tools
- Python
- SQL
- Pandas
- NumPy
- Java
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
Areas of Expertise
- Russian hybrid warfare
- Russian foreign policy
- Pakistani foreign policy
- Pakistan–Afghanistan relations
- Counterterrorism
- Asymmetric warfare
Languages
Hindi
Russian
Timeline
Software Engineering Intern
SONNET BioTherapeutics
02.2024 - 06.2024
Relationship Banker
Bank of America
12.2022 - 09.2023
South Asia Researcher
American Kahani
08.2021 - 10.2022
Pakistan Desk Intern
US State Department
06.2021 - 09.2021
Russia and South Asia Research Assistant
University of California, Riverside
11.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
University of California-Riverside
Master of Science - Computer Science
Northeastern University