Akash Kulkarni
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic information security leader with extensive experience at BetaNXT, excelling in vulnerability management and incident response. Proven track record in enhancing security protocols and conducting thorough threat analysis. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of security awareness, and driving compliance with regulatory standards. Passionate about protecting data and systems.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Lead Information Security
BetaNXT
Bengaluru
08.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and analyzed security logs to detect unauthorized access attempts.
- Used penetration testing tools to identify weaknesses in security systems.
- Led security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in company systems.
- Reviewed logs from various devices such as firewalls, servers, to detect suspicious activity that could indicate an attempted system compromise.
- Analyzed vulnerability scans results and worked with appropriate personnel to remediate identified issues.
- Monitored network traffic for malicious activity using intrusion detection systems and other tools.
- Collaborated with IT teams to enhance network security measures and protocols.
- Managed incident response plans to address potential security breaches effectively.
- Oversaw compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and policies.
- Participated in internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of existing information security measures.
- Trained staff on information security best practices such as password protection, safe internet usage and email safety protocols.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on information security best practices.
Associate Manager - Network Security
Diligent Global
Hyderabad
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Exposure of technical knowledge and expertise on Zscaler's ZIA, ZPA.
- Experience in implementing and supporting ZIA,ZPA products.
- Strong experience in Zscaler proxy configuration.
- Deployment and implementation of Zscaler client connector.
- Technical knowledge in Web security and access control methods in Zscaler.
- Working on Cloudflare WAF, configuration and management.
- SSL cert management, Security management for all registered domains.
- Experience in creating and deployment of custom rules, rate limiting rules and managed rules.
- Score board analyses of WAF attack scores and BOT scores.
- Exposure on DDOS protection and BOT solutions.
- Experience in threat analysis and vulnerability management by using Nessus scanning tool.
- Experience in identifying and evaluating the vulnerability alerts on systems.
- Perform on demand scanning of organization systems and cloud environments.
- Monitor intrusion detection systems to identify potential threats.
- Assist different technology teams in mitigating the risk.
- Experience in working on cloud based SIEM tool - IBM Qradar.
- Experience in detecting, analyzing and responding to security threats.
- In-depth knowledge of SIEM reporting and supporting compliance and forensic investigations.
- Exposure in analyzing logs and reports pulled from SIEM tool to identify the security threats.
- Knowledge of integrating security based tools with SIEM tool.
- Good exposure on firewalls like Palo Alto and Fortinet for perimeter security.
- Troubleshoot and resolve various vulnerabilities reported by vendors for devices like Cisco routers and switches, firewalls etc.
- Upgrade OS for various devices like routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers etc.
- Managing and troubleshooting wireless access points and WLC issues.
- Raising change requests for any incident change management activities in Diligenie tool.
- Logging TAC cases with OEM's if any support required.
Network Consultant
Capgemini
Mumbai
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Worked as Network Consultant and mainly worked into network operations for almost 2.5 years.
- Responsible for resolving network operational issues and monitoring of network devices.
- Played key role in upgrading devices like Routers, switches, Citrix Netscaler, Palo Alto, Fortinet firewall, SDWAN devices.
- Worked as member of project team assigned for configuring new SDWAN routers and Wireless devices.
- Vast experience of working on wireless devices like controllers and access point configuration.
- Exposure of working with security team on technologies like Zscaler and vulnerability management.
- Good knowledge of Cisco ISE. Also experience of working on management tools like ServiceNow and BMC remedy.
- Troubleshot and maintained networking devices and infrastructure across enterprise.
- Analyzed and recommended solutions and upgrades to services to streamline processes.
- Mitigated risk by analyzing complex computer systems to assess vulnerabilities.
Senior Process Associate
Tata Consultancy Services
Mumbai
04.2016 - 02.2019
- Worked as Senior process associate and as network engineer for Australian Broadband network organization for almost 3 years.
- Responsible for working on telecom domain technologies like ADSL, VDSL, Fiber and Copper cable technology.
- Good experience and exposure of working on Multiplexer and Demultiplexer devices.
- Good Analytical and Reporting skills exposure.
- Tools like Q radar, Netcool Tivoli, NMS vastly used during my tenure in TCS.
- Met month-end reporting objectives and deadlines.
- Acquired handson experience of management modules like Incident, Change and Problem Management.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to conduct thorough discovery and due diligence on existing processes.
- Identified and resolved process issues to drive optimal workflow and business growth.
SME
Tikona Infinet
Mumbai
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Designed and prepared technical reports, studies and related documentation.
- Supported enterprise and business goals by introducing new product and service offerings.
- Developed and presented business cases, presentations and reports to senior management.
- Supported 20 member team in continuous delivery of quality products and services, enhancing usage and introducing new features.
- Led teams in scheduled and unscheduled equipment maintenance to optimize readiness.
- Assembled, installed and tested new equipment and trained users in effective operation.
- Monitored and tracked user progress to identify improvement opportunities.
- Collaborated with management to identify and prioritize new development concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communications Engineering
BLDE College of Engineering And Technology
Vijayapur06.2014
Skills
- Vulnerability management
- Penetration testing
- Threat analysis
- Risk assessment
- Cloud security
- Data protection
- Forensic analysis
- Malware analysis
- Endpoint security
- Intrusion detection
- Incident response
- SIEM management
- Log analysis
- Security auditing
- Phishing detection
- Threat hunting
- Security audits
Certification
- AWS Security Specialty, 07/25
- Certified Cyber Security Associate, 04/24
- Cyber ethical hacking v12, 08/23
- Azure Fundamentals - AZ-900, 01/21
- Aviatrix Multi-Cloud Associate, 07/21
- Fortinet (NSE 1, NSE 2), 07/20
- PCNSA, 06/22
- CCNA, 01/21
Affiliations
- Conducted a cybersecurity awareness monthly drive for all employees at BetaNXT
Hobbies and Interests
- Cloud security
- AI-driven security architecture
- Listening Music
- Badminton
- Cricket
Tools
. Vulnerability Management (Qualys, Nessus)
. SIEM (IBM Qradar on cloud, Alien Vault)
. EDR (CrowdStrike, Sophos, Trellix)
. Penetration testing (Horizon3, Burpsuite)
. Cert management (Venafi)
. Ticketing tool (Service NOW, Jira)
Timeline
Lead Information Security
BetaNXT
08.2024 - Current
Associate Manager - Network Security
Diligent Global
05.2021 - 08.2024
Network Consultant
Capgemini
02.2019 - 04.2021
Senior Process Associate
Tata Consultancy Services
04.2016 - 02.2019
SME
Tikona Infinet
08.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communications Engineering
BLDE College of Engineering And Technology
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