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Mallela Yashwanth Sai

Bangalore

Summary

Results driven Cybersecurity Professional with expertise in incident resolution, threat detection, and cloud security. Seeking a challenging role to contribute SIEM proficiency, advanced threat hunting skills, and hands-on security operations experience to enhance cybersecurity strategies. Committed to minimizing vulnerabilities and fostering a proactive security culture in a dynamic environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cyber Security Analyst

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited
Bangalore
03.2022 - Current
  • Leveraged over 3+ years of hands-on experience to strategically manage security operations within a media and entertainment company, ensuring minimal disruption and preserving positive business outcomes
  • Consistently resolved over 500+ security incidents monthly within predefined SLAs, optimizing SOC processes for efficiency through daily collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Proactively monitored multiple SIEM dashboards to effectively manage daily operations and promptly address alerts generated from diverse data sources within the ticketing tool
  • Continuously improved threat detection by creating and refining SIEM policies
  • Showcased proficiency in EDR/XDR solutions to bolster cybersecurity measures, conducting thorough malware analysis, and enforcing device compliance to safeguard against sophisticated threats
  • Played a key role in the implementation of Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Cloudflare (WAF), and Akamai (WFA), effectively managing all alerts generated from the consoles and taking appropriate action
  • Utilized Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools for continuous monitoring and enforcement of cloud security best practices across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments, ensuring adherence to evolving threats and vulnerabilities
  • Demonstrated advanced techniques within the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks to enhance threat detection and response strategies
  • Led proactive threat hunting and investigations to stay ahead and mitigate emerging cyber threats
  • Implemented robust email security measures to combat phishing attacks by effectively blocking Ips, URLs, and domains
  • Employed network segmentation strategies to isolate critical assets and limit the lateral movement of potential threats within the network, thus reducing the attack surface and enhancing overall security posture
  • Conducted regular security awareness training sessions for employees, educating them on the latest cyber threats, best practices, and the importance of maintaining vigilance in protecting company assets
  • Developed incident response plans and conducted tabletop exercises to ensure preparedness and effectiveness in responding to cybersecurity incidents, minimizing potential damage and downtime.

Security Delivery Associate

Accenture
Bangalore
11.2020 - 02.2022
  • Working on service Now for handling major tickets along with deliverables such as setting up MFA, Domain blocking and whitelisting, working on EDR related alerts
  • Coordinate with the clients to evaluate security requirements and the security posture to identify gaps or improvements
  • Follow up with concerned stakeholders in resolving SLA misses in terms of user requests and issues aimed at enhancing client satisfaction
  • Focus on the development and implementation of the Data Protection Policy
  • Render support to clients in areas of executive protection, crisis management, site security, brand security, etc.

Education

B.E Information Science Engineering -

Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology And Management Bangalore

Skills

  • Securonix
  • Cortex
  • Mimecast
  • SentinalOne
  • InSpark
  • Azure cloud
  • Azure identity
  • Azure Defender
  • AWS
  • GCP
  • Pingsafe
  • Prisma
  • Akamai
  • Netskope
  • Saviyntcloud
  • Jira
  • RSA
  • Symantec
  • Palo Alto Network Panorama
  • Cisco Umbrella
  • CB Protection
  • Service now
  • Freshworks

Certification

  • SNYPER SaaS Admin: Successfully completed the SNYPER SaaS Admin certification.
  • Securonix: Earned certification in Securonix for advanced security monitoring and analytics.
  • Microsoft Azure AZ-900: Certified in Azure fundamentals by Microsoft.
  • NSE 1 - Fortinet: Achieved certification in Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) level 1.
  • Firewall 9.1 Essentials Configuration Management - Palo Alto Networks: Completed certification in Palo Alto Networks.
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity - Palo Alto Networks: Certified in Introduction to Cybersecurity by Palo Alto Networks.
  • VMware Workspace One UEM - VMware: Obtained certification in VMware Workspace One UEM.
  • Plunk 7.X Fundamental - Splunk: Certified in Splunk 7.X Fundamental for log analysis and data management.

Accomplishments

  • Certificate from KSCST as "Best Project" in State-Level Competition Received recognition from the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology (KSCST) for our project, which was awarded the "Best Project" certificate in a state-level competition. Improvement of silk quality and quantity for the benefit of sericulture practitioners.
  • ZEELOMPICS Award : Honored with the ZEELOMPICS award for being the top performer, resolving a record number of alerts, and effectively managing high-priority tickets. The award acknowledges my commitment to excellence and dedication to responsibilities, earning.

Publications

Issues and Solutions in Cybersecurity: An In-depth Analysis, IJISRT20FEB486, International Journal of Information Security Research and Technology (IJISRT)

Timeline

Cyber Security Analyst

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited
03.2022 - Current

Security Delivery Associate

Accenture
11.2020 - 02.2022

B.E Information Science Engineering -

Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology And Management Bangalore
Mallela Yashwanth Sai