Abhishek Dixit
Data Security Engineer
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced IT professional with a strong record of achieving company objectives through consistent and efficient practices. Thrives in high-pressure environments, excelling at adapting to new situations and overcoming challenges to elevate the organization\'s reputation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
SECURITY DELIVERY ASSOCIATE MANAGER
Accenture
07.2023 - Current
- Leading a team of 4 in the implementation and management of MS Purview DLP
- Overseeing the deployment and configuration of DLP solutions to ensure data protection and compliance
- Collaborating with various departments to understand their data handling processes and integrate DLP policies effectively
- Providing technical guidance and support to the team, ensuring successful project delivery
- Created Symantec DLP operation documentation for a project
- Worked on multiple RFPs (Request for Proposals)
SENIOR IT SECURITY ANALYST
Leadsquared
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Implemented Forcepoint DLP single-handedly
- Administered data protection tools including patching, upgrading, troubleshooting, testing, and report generation
- Reviewed data loss prevention alerts within the target timeframe
- Tested and tuned data identification policies to reduce false positives
- Followed standard change procedures to minimize the risk of negative impact
- Documented business processes handling sensitive data and provided best practice recommendations
- Created roadmaps to explore, test, and implement new features within toolsets
- Worked on Azure AD Migration from Local AD
- Worked on SSO creation for different applications
- Conducted Compliance Gap analysis
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Cognizant
05.2018 - 04.2022
- Implemented and upgraded Symantec Endpoint Protection 14.x
- Monitored Symantec Endpoint Protection for 10000+ desktops & 900+ servers
- Adhered to 90% SLA for up-to-date Virus definitions
- Managed Microsoft ATP, Carbon Black EDR, and Endpoint Solutions like Apex One, Kaspersky, and Net Clean
- Managed Cisco IronPort (ESA) and ServiceNow for Incidents, requests, and Change requests
- Coordinated with internal teams for SEPM or DB issues
- Performed quarterly audits for Symantec manager policies
- Part of DR Management Team
SYSTEM ENGINEER
Tata Consultancy Services
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed McAfee Endpoint products: Virus Scan Enterprise, ENS, MOVE AV
- Maintained compliance for servers and workstations
- Performed regular auditing on VSE and MA policies
- Conducted data purging as part of ePO DB maintenance
- Reviewed release notes for patch upgrades and deployments
- Handled migration of machines between ePO servers
- Involved in ePO upgrades and disaster recovery
- Prepared Weekly and Monthly Reports for McAfee Agent and VirusScan Enterprise Compliance
- Provided On-Call support for critical incidents
INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Configured DLP policies for Removable Media, Email Protection, Web Protection, Sensitive Keyword, Screen Capture
- Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux (RHEL) including Installation, Logs analysis, troubleshooting
- Worked in Symantec AV for HP-Unix
- Provided remote technical support for Domain servers and clients
- Maintained compliance for servers and workstations
- Analyzed server-related logs and reports
- Hands-on experience with McAfee products: Data Loss Prevention, Host Intrusion Prevention, Endpoint Encryption, Policy Auditor, Virus Scan Enterprise
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Surya School of Engineering & Technology
Rajpura, PunjabSkills
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention
Microsoft Purview Expertise
Symantec Data Loss Prevention
Experience with Leading Antivirus Solutions
VMware Carbon Black Expertise
McAfee Drive Encryption Management
Unix and Linux Systems
McAfee Data Loss Prevention
Microsoft Defender ATP
Certification
ITIL - ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management
Timeline
SECURITY DELIVERY ASSOCIATE MANAGER
Accenture
07.2023 - Current
SENIOR IT SECURITY ANALYST
Leadsquared
04.2022 - 07.2023
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Cognizant
05.2018 - 04.2022
SYSTEM ENGINEER
Tata Consultancy Services
04.2017 - 05.2018
INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
11.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Surya School of Engineering & Technology