Shashank G Email & Phone Number

Massachusetts, United States

• Monitored and analyzed security events using Splunk and LogRhythm, ensuring prompt threat detection and response with an average time to detect (TTD) of 15 minutes.• Utilized IBM QRadar to enhance security monitoring capabilities tailored to the specific needs of a life insurance company, developing custom dashboards and alerts.• Deployed and managed Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) across the organization's endpoints to safeguard against advanced threats and malware.• Deployed Cisco Umbrella proxy, enforcing security policies and shielding against malicious internet destinations, reducing security incidents by 25% and blocking 99.9% of malicious URLs.• Demonstrated proficiency in networking skills including TCP/IP Protocols, Network Architecture, Packet Analysis, Firewalls and Routers, IDS/IPS systems, Network Security Protocols, NAC, DNS and DHCP, Network Forensics, and Threat Intelligence.• Leveraged Wireshark and Suricata for network security monitoring, detecting and mitigating suspicious activity, reducing potential threats by 20%.• Conducted regular vulnerability assessments using Tenable Nessus and Qualys, ensuring the timely identification and remediation of security vulnerabilities.• Managed and optimized Proofpoint TAP and TRAP for comprehensive email protection, including advanced threat detection and email quarantine.

India

• Deployed IBM QRadar alongside Splunk and LogRhythm SIEM platforms for real-time monitoring, correlation, and analysis of security events, enhancing threat detection and response capabilities by 40%. • Implemented and managed Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) to safeguard endpoints against malware, viruses, and other security risks, reducing the organization's exposure to cyber threats.• Utilized Cisco Umbrella proxy to enforce security policies and control access to websites, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access and malicious activities.• Conducted comprehensive vulnerability assessments using Tenable Nessus, Qualys, and Snort, identifying and prioritizing security vulnerabilities to proactively address potential risks.• Implemented email protection measures using Proofpoint TAP and TRAP, resulting in a 50% decrease in phishing attacks and malware distribution via email channels, and blocking 90% of malicious email attachments.• Utilized open-source intelligence tools such as VirusTotal, URLVoid, URLScan, Cisco Talos, IBM X-Force, and MX Toolbox to gather threat intelligence and enhance the organization's security posture.• Employed network security monitoring tools including Wireshark, Suricata, and Network Flow Analyzers (NFA) to monitor network traffic, detect anomalies, and investigate security incidents.• Managed security tools and platforms such as Digital Guardian (DLP) and CrowdStrike Falcon (EDR) to protect sensitive data, detect and respond to endpoint threats, ensuring compliance with security policies and reducing data loss incidents

India

• Managed endpoint security using Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP), ensuring the integrity and security of company systems.• Conducted real-time monitoring and analysis of security events using Splunk and LogRhythm SIEM platforms to detect and respond to threats within an average response time of 10 minutes.• Implemented and maintained security controls including firewalls, routers, and Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS) to safeguard against cyber threats.• Utilized open-source intelligence tools such as VirusTotal, URLVoid, and Cisco Talos to gather threat intelligence and assess the reputation of external entities.• Performed regular vulnerability assessments using Tenable Nessus and Qualys to identify and mitigate security weaknesses in the network infrastructure, reducing potential vulnerabilities by 30% annually.• Provided email protection using Proofpoint TAP and TRAP to defend against phishing attacks and email-borne threats.• Managed security tools and platforms including Digital Guardian for Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and CrowdStrike Falcon for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).• Conducted network security monitoring using Wireshark, Suricata, and Network Flow Analyzers to detect and analyze suspicious network activity, resulting in a 20% increase in threat detection accuracy.

Master'S Degree, Information Technology

Major in Cyber Security

Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Applications