• Excelled on managing firewalls and networking.• Palo Alto certified engineer in IT security - PCNSE, PCNSA, PSE Strata Foundation. • Configured multiple types of security postures by securing information systems. By monitoring, detecting,investigating, analyzing, and responding to security events and protected systems from cybersecurity risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.• Collaborated closely with stakeholders to comprehend their specific requirements, and skillfully configured firewall protections tailored to their needs.• Accessed the Firewalls GUI, CIL consoles and analyzed the posture and making the best practice check.• Developed a client-side utility that allows 7000+ users to use the network faster, which improved brand awareness by 89%.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and execute incident response plans, effectively minimizing the impact of security incidents and reducing downtime.• Successfully identified and addressed multiple vulnerabilities, system risks, and cyber threats, ensuring the security of sensitive customer information for a user base exceeding 5000 customers.• Independently managed high-value projects worth over 10 lakhs, showcasing exceptional project management skills and delivering outstanding results.• Mentored a team of 3+ members on new technologies through hands-on experiences, fostering their professional growth and cultivating a culture of continuous learning.• Contributed to the development and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, ensuring the organisation’s ability to recover from cybersecurity incidents effectively.• Developed and enforced comprehensive cybersecurity policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.