G S Kumar Email & Phone Number

Manassas, Virginia, United States

• CyberArk Vault Maintenances. Building CyberArk safes and adding different applications/portfolios in the safes. • Troubleshoot and fix all problems that arose in Cyber Ark due to ill-usage of the cyber ark from different users.• Maintain PSM recording and check the session recorded and the log. Knowledge of PKI encryption and decryption functionalities in the Vault and EPV. Maintain EPV for password authentication. Maintain Central Policy Manager (CPM) where all accounts reside.• Active Directory group/user authentication and maintenance. Authentication and Authorization of Privilege users working with Cyber Ark and Access Management.• Decommissioning servers as need be or as requested by server Engineers.• Setting security policies to enhance orderliness in the usage of security issues.• Knowledge of CPM/PPM/EPV/PSM&PSMP Recorder for RDP connections and session recording of activity logs in the PVWA, such as SIEM.• Complete knowledge of PIM components.• Acting as a L3support and L3 troubleshooting for existing customers.• Installation of Vault, CPM, PVWA and PSM servers.• Troubleshooting of server related issue for Vault and PVWA.• Onboarding accounts in EPV for various platforms (Windows, UNIX, Database).• Resetting the accounts manually in EPV and on platform if the CPM or reconcile fails.• Troubleshooting and finding RCA for CPM and Reconcile failure.• Automating the accounts for Windows and UNIX.• Designed and implemented PAM strategies aligned with organizational security policies, resulting in a 20% increase in privileged access security and efficiency.• Developed security test plans from architectural designs, identifying deficiencies and enhancing the security posture without impacting production.• Real-Time Scenario: Spearheaded a CyberArk Conjur deployment to secure customer applications and managed solutions, reducing privileged access vulnerabilities by 30%.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

• Spearheaded the deployment and management of enterprise-grade firewalls, SIEM systems (QRadar, Securonix), and intrusion prevention systems (Cisco IPS) across multiple client environments.• Played a senior role in the design and implementation of security protocols for large-scale cloud (AWS, Azure) and on-premise systems, ensuring robust defense mechanisms.• Led the execution of security incident response plans, providing guidance during critical incidents and coordinating recovery efforts.• Collaborated closely with IT and DevOps teams to secure systems, networks, and applications from internal and external threats.• Analyzed security logs and events in SIEM systems, detecting and responding to potential security breaches in real-time.• Managed access control systems, ensuring proper authorization mechanisms were in place for privileged access management (PAM) solutions.• Provided continuous monitoring and patch management to address vulnerabilities and improve system resilience against cyber-attacks.• Worked with stakeholders to design and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans, ensuring minimal downtime in the event of a breach.• Developed security dashboards and reporting tools to provide executive-level summaries of security posture and incidents.• Designed and configured endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems to prevent malware, ransomware, and advanced persistent threats (APT).• Conducted regular audits and risk assessments to identify gaps in security policies and procedures, recommending and implementing necessary improvements.• Coordinated with third-party vendors for security product evaluations, ensuring the selection of the best-fit tools for client needs.• Engaged in continuous training and professional development to stay ahead of the latest trends and technologies in cybersecurity.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

• Monitored and analyzed security incidents using SIEM tools, responding to potential threats and escalating critical issues to senior management.• Assisted in the implementation and maintenance of firewall rules, ensuring compliance with security policies and best practices.• Worked as part of the incident response team, investigating and remediating security breaches, and providing post-incident analysis.• Participated in the rollout of security patches, ensuring timely updates to safeguard systems from vulnerabilities and exploits.• Conducted regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests, providing recommendations for security enhancements.• Helped in configuring and maintaining network security devices, including intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and endpoint protection platforms.• Provided technical support for security-related issues, ensuring minimal impact on business operations during incidents.• Collaborated with the IT team to maintain the integrity of the corporate network and ensure secure communication channels.• Tracked and reported key security metrics, providing insights into the effectiveness of security controls and areas for improvement.• Trained team members on best practices for security management and incident response, improving overall team performance.• Reviewed and revised security policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards.• Assisted in internal audits to verify the effectiveness of security controls and compliance with relevant regulations.• Participated in knowledge-sharing sessions, contributing to the development of security best practices across the organization.