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Hyderabad, In

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

As a Subject Matter Expert and Lead for Imperva - Incapsula Web Application Firewall, I bring a wealth of experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing robust security solutions for web applications. My role revolves around spearheading initiatives to fortify cyber defenses, ensuring the highest level of protection against evolving threats.Key Contributions:Incapsula WAF Mastery: Demonstrated expertise in deploying, configuring, and fine-tuning Imperva - Incapsula Web Application Firewall to safeguard critical web applications from a diverse range of cyber threats.Strategic Security Planning: Developed and executed strategic plans to enhance web application security, aligning with business goals and industry best practices.Incident Response Leadership: Led incident response efforts specific to web application security, swiftly containing and mitigating threats to minimize business impact.Continuous Optimization: Implemented ongoing optimization strategies for Incapsula WAF, ensuring that security measures evolve in response to emerging threats and industry trends.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

As an L3 SOC Team Member, where I played a pivotal role in enhancing the security operations of the organization. With a strong focus on implementing and managing a diverse range of technologies, I have gained expertise in the following: Akamai WAAP: Leveraging Akamai WAAP to secure web applications and mitigate risks associated with web-based attacks. F5 Silverline and F5 ASM: Utilizing F5 Silverline and F5 ASM to ensure robust application security, including WAF capabilities and protection against various threats. Fortiweb: Implementing and managing Fortiweb, a web application firewall, to safeguard web applications from potential vulnerabilities and attacks. Imperva: Employing Imperva solutions to enhance application security. Akamai ETP and Akamai EAA: Utilizing Akamai ETP and Akamai EAA to establish secure network access and protect against advanced threats. FortiEDR and Cortex XDR: Managing FortiEDR and Cortex XDR for advanced endpoint detection and response, ensuring comprehensive threat detection and mitigation. Netscout Arbor: Managing Netscout Arbor to detect and mitigate DDoS attacks, ensuring the availability and stability of network resources. Nessus: Conducting vulnerability assessments using Nessus, a powerful vulnerability scanner, to identify and address security weaknesses in systems and networks. Nipper: Utilizing Nipper to perform Firewall assessments, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance requirements. Aquilai: Utilizing Aquilai for brand monitoring and online reputation management to track brand mentions, sentiment, and customer perceptions across various digital platforms.In my role, I proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex security incidents, provide guidance on security best practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our security posture.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

As a seasoned SOC L2 professional, I have played a pivotal role in fortifying organizational security through adept management of key elements such as Firewall, Web Application Firewall (WAF), EDR, and the adept handling of various security incidents. My commitment to maintaining a robust security posture is underscored by a proven track record in executing comprehensive security strategies.Responsibilities:F5 Silverline WAF:Orchestrated the planning, implementation, and ongoing management of F5 Silverline cloud-based Web Application Firewall (WAF).Ensured the seamless operation of the WAF, contributing to the safeguarding of web applications against a spectrum of cyber threats.Palo Alto Firewall Management:Implemented and managed rules on Palo Alto Firewalls, guaranteeing effective network security and compliance with stringent industry standards.Proactively contributed to incident handling related to Palo Alto Firewalls, swiftly investigating and resolving issues to minimize impact and maintain operational continuity.EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response):Led the planning, implementation, and ongoing management of Fortinet EDR, enhancing endpoint security and threat detection capabilities.Employed strategic measures to stay ahead of emerging threats, contributing to a resilient security posture.Change Approval and CAB Attendance:Spearheaded the initiation and management of change requests, diligently navigating through the Change Advisory Board (CAB) process.Ensured meticulous attention to change implementation, guaranteeing seamless transitions with minimal disruption to operational workflows.Professional Competencies:Security Incident Response: Demonstrated proficiency in handling diverse security incidents with a focus on swift resolution and minimal operational impact.Change Management: Adept at raising and managing change requests, with a meticulous approach to obtaining approvals through the CAB process.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

 Worked at Security Operation Center as a Security Analyst providing supporting 24*7 in a Data Centre environment. Monitoring of Data Centre and customer network to prevent DDOS attack and mitigate the malicious traffic. Quarterly scanning of server and network devices for PCIDSS compliance and VA closure for audit. Managing of customer as well as internal endpoints using solutions like McAfee EPO, FortiEDR solutions. Reviewing of incident detection and response on FortiEDR solutions and taking actions proactively. Implemented F5 SIlverline for 21 Customers and 150+ FQDNs. Managing of WAF for multiple customer like onboarding and removal of URL, creating policy, updating SSL certificate and reporting. Below are the recent activities performed by me,WAF MigrationFortiEDR ComplianceMcAfee Compliance

 Analyzing the ticket based on the type and nature of tickets. Troubleshooting the issue based on the type of issue or escalating it to next level. Troubleshooting issues related to internet, iptv and landline with Motive application. Keeping track of all the tickets being handled and following up to resolve the issue within the given service level agreement. Communicating, updating and answering queries of the customer and providing resolution.