Harsh Mota
Mumbai
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in the cybersecurity field, my background includes technical security engineering and management. Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining various security solutions, such as firewalls, proxies, and cloud-based security platforms. Capable of conducting security assessments, defining network security policies and procedures, and resolving customer issues. Proficient in managing teams of security engineers, mentoring and coaching team members, and streamlining incident response processes to improve client satisfaction. Overall, my strengths lie in providing tailored and effective security solutions, ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory standards, and managing teams to deliver successful projects.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Security Manager
Softcell Technologies Global Pvt Ltd
2022.01 - Current
- Lead and manage a team of SASE and ZTNA specialists, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and performance coaching.
- Possess deep knowledge of SASE and ZTNA principles, architectures, and best practices.
- Oversee the implementation of SASE and ZTNA solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
- Proactively identify and troubleshoot technical challenges that may arise during deployment.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in SASE and ZTNA technologies from Zscaler, Netskope, Forcepoint, and Cloudflare.
- Deliver technical training and workshops to internal teams and clients on SASE and ZTNA concepts.
- Prepare technical documentation and reports related to SASE and ZTNA implementations.
- Prepared statements of work (SOWs) and project plans to define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and resources required for Zscaler, Netskope, and Forcepoint OEM implementations.
Technical Security Engineer
Solution Enterprise Pvt Ltd
2019.06 - 2021.12
- Designed and implemented Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions to provide secure access to cloud applications and services.
- Provided technical expertise and support to customers in implementing and configuring Zscaler solutions for their specific security needs.
- Conducted security assessments and audits to ensure customers' compliance with industry and regulatory standards using Zscaler's security platform.
- Collaborated with customers to develop security policies and procedures tailored to their specific needs using Zscaler's cloud-based security platform.
- Resolved customer issues and concerns related to Zscaler security solutions, including troubleshooting technical problems and providing recommendations for improvement.
Technical Security Engineer
Hitachi Systems Micro Clinic Pvt. Ltd
2016.09 - 2019.05
- Managed and maintained various security solutions, such as firewalls (Checkpoint, FortiGate) and proxies (Bluecoat ProxySG), ensuring secure network access.
- Defined and implemented best practices for network security policies across corporate and production environments to mitigate risks.
- Facilitated high severity case management and escalation governance through the service desk application.
- Deployed, troubleshooted, and managed security software, including evaluating various security solutions for production use.
- Designed and implemented secure network architectures, including site-to-site and remote VPN access management, to prevent unauthorized access.
- Conducted IT infrastructure health check-ups for customers and generated reports for security audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
System Administrator
Amar Tea Pvt. Limited
2012.03 - 2015.06
- Configured and maintained network infrastructure, including SonicWall firewalls, content filtering, IPS/IDS, SMB wireless products, and Internet lease lines.
- Managed and maintained Microsoft servers, virtual machines, backup and replication, as well as set up and configured new laptops and desktops.
- Monitored and maintained network connection and devices, utilizing tools such as SolarWinds.
- Worked on routing protocols like EIGRP over point-to-point MPLS to maintain a reliable and efficient network infrastructure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology, India
Calorx Teachers University
Gujrat, IndiaSkills
- Firewalls (Checkpoint & FortiGate)
- Proxies (Bluecoat ProxySG)
- Cloud-based security platforms (Zscaler, Netskope)
- Firewall management (e.g., policy configuration, rules management)
- Zero Trust Architecture
- Network Security
- Security Assessments Policies and Procedures
- Incident Response
- Compliance with Industry and regulatory standards
- Security Architecture Design and Implementation
- Project Management and Team Leadership
- Risk Assessment and Management
Awards
- Recipient of Golden Award for Best Performer at Hitachi Systems, 2018
- Recipient of Excellence Award for Outstanding service at Solution Enterprise, 2021
Certification
- Zscaler Certified Sales Engineer(ZCSE)
- Zscaler Certified Delivery Specialist(ZCDS)
- Zero Trust Certified Architect (ZTCA)
- Zscaler Internet Access(ZIA) Certified Administrator
- Zscaler Private Access(ZPA) Certified Administrator
- Zscaler Private Access(ZDX) Certified Administrator
- ZIA Certified Professional
- ZPA Certified Professional
- Certified Forcepoint Web Security Administrator
- Broadcom™ Software Proven Professional Exam (BSPPE) – ProxySG 7.3 with Secure Web Gateway
- Check Point Certified System Administrator (R80)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Gujarati
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Cyber Security Manager
Softcell Technologies Global Pvt Ltd
2022.01 - Current
Technical Security Engineer
Solution Enterprise Pvt Ltd
2019.06 - 2021.12
Technical Security Engineer
Hitachi Systems Micro Clinic Pvt. Ltd
2016.09 - 2019.05
System Administrator
Amar Tea Pvt. Limited
2012.03 - 2015.06
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology, India
Calorx Teachers University
- Zscaler Certified Sales Engineer(ZCSE)
- Zscaler Certified Delivery Specialist(ZCDS)
- Zero Trust Certified Architect (ZTCA)
- Zscaler Internet Access(ZIA) Certified Administrator
- Zscaler Private Access(ZPA) Certified Administrator
- Zscaler Private Access(ZDX) Certified Administrator
- ZIA Certified Professional
- ZPA Certified Professional
- Certified Forcepoint Web Security Administrator
- Broadcom™ Software Proven Professional Exam (BSPPE) – ProxySG 7.3 with Secure Web Gateway
- Check Point Certified System Administrator (R80)
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