Ilaaf Nisar

Data Scientist at Cognizant

Srinagar

Edureka

Dec 2025 - May 2025 -7 months

India

Job Details:Developed a predictive model using logistic regression, random forest, and naive bayes to categorize learners, increasing course completion rates by 25%. Designed and implemented dashboards in Tableau and Power BI, reducing reporting time by 60% and enhancing learner tracking. Created interactive educational content and hands-on projects, improving course completion rates by 20% and student satisfaction by 60%. Identified at-risk learners through data-driven insights, enabling timely interventions and better academic outcomes.

Cognizant

India

Job Details:Developed and implemented an abuse detection model using deep learning and NLP, increasing abuse prevention by 30% and reducing financial losses. Automated reporting processes with SQL and Python, cutting reporting lead time by 60% and improving accuracy. Enhanced risk models by optimizing feature engineering and hyperparameter tuning, reducing false negatives by 40%. Designed and deployed hotspot analysis techniques to track model deviations, leading to proactive issue identification. Worked with fraud analysts and compliance teams to translate ML insights into actionable risk mitigation strategies.

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Applications
University of Kashmir
Jan 2015 - Jan 2025 - 10 yr