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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Australia

•Conducted dynamic malware analysis on triggered alerts and incidents from security devices,successfully identifying and mitigating potential threats to the system's security.• Proficiently analysed logs and investigated the root cause of alerts, providing key insights intosystem vulnerabilities and aiding in the fortification of cybersecurity measures.• Installed and configured Splunk software, utilizing it to create user-friendly dashboards for easierdata analysis and system monitoring.• Gained invaluable knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity SOC playbooks, incidentmanagement, and handling, equipping me with the necessary skills to respond to potentialcybersecurity threats swiftly and effectively.Projects:• Azure Cloud Detection:o Microsoft Sentinel and Log Analytics Implementation: Spearheaded the integration ofMicrosoft Sentinel and log analytic workspaces. Successfully ingested logs from diversesources, including firewalls, Linux VMs, Windows VMs, and Microsoft Defender, into the loganalytic workspace.o Alert Creation and Management: Developed custom alert rules using KQL in Sentinel,leveraging both manual configurations and the Content Hub. This approach enabled theeffective detection of brute force attacks on externally exposed hosts.o Incident Response and Mitigation: Streamlined the process for identifying and blocking IPaddresses responsible for attacks, significantly enhancing the security posture.o Visualization and Monitoring Tools: Designed and implemented a comprehensivedashboard and geographical mapping of security events, providing clear, real-time visibilityof threats and network activities.

Greater Melbourne Area

• Addressed and resolved client queries in collaboration with Product Specialists, showcasing an ability to quickly react to and manage technical issues.• Client Support: Delivered high-level support for client inquiries, demonstrating the capacity to understand, investigate, and resolve complex technical scenarios.• Data Analysis: Conducted daily, weekly, and monthly trend analyses to identify patterns related to ongoing business disruptions, highlighting analytical skills valuable for threat detection.• Communication Efficiency: Handled backlog, email, and web enquiries with timely responses, ensuring efficient communication flow and effective client relationship management.• Problem Solving: Identified, addressed, and eradicated technical issues using structured processes and procedures, emphasizing a systematic approach to issue resolution.• System Management: Took proactive measures to address interruptions in IT services, underscoring skills in system maintenance and reliability.• Knowledge Sharing: Developed and utilized knowledge base articles and hosted informative webinars, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and team collaboration.• Software Assessment: Thoroughly tested new software releases, ensuring product reliability and functionality – a foundation for security software assessment.• Escalation Management: Addressed and resolved escalated issues promptly, emphasizing an ability to manage high-pressure situations effectively.• Documentation Skills: Documented new solutions and workarounds, emphasizing the value of clear, organized documentation in IT processes.• Consultation and Collaboration: Assisted consulting teams, supporting product installations, training, and implementation, showcasing adaptability and teamwork.• Technical Proficiency: Acquired comprehensive knowledge of the product range, displaying commitment to continuous learning and mastery in the tech domain.

Master'S Degree, Information And Communication Technology

Professional Year, Information Technology

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Computer Science