M.V. Ramachandra Raju
Hyderabad
Summary
Security Engineer with 3.9+ years of experience in securing hybrid environments, including Azure, GCP, AWS, and on-premises infrastructure. Proficient in implementing cloud-native security controls and hardening IAM, while ensuring compliance with CIS, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001 standards. Demonstrates expertise in integrating security tools into SOAR platform to enhance visibility and automate incident response. Recognized for developing automations and incorporating DevSecOps practices into CI/CD pipelines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cloud Security Engineering Analyst
Ultraviolet Cyber
Hyderabad
08.2023 - Current
- Implemented cloud security policies across Azure, GCP, and AWS in accordance with CIS Benchmarks, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001.
- Enabled private network access controls on majority of cloud resources in Azure and GCP to curtail public exposure risks.
- Achieved real-time asset visibility by integrating security tools across various workloads.
- Integrated security tools into a centralized SOAR platform, streamlining alert triage and response workflows.
- Strengthened overall cloud environment resilience by integrating native cloud security features.
- Engineered GPT-powered solutions to streamline compliance documentation workflows, reducing manual tasks by 60%.
- Established security measures within the SDLC, leading to a significant reduction in production environment incidents.
- Enhanced cybersecurity awareness and response readiness through targeted training programs.
Cloud Security Analyst
Ultraviolet Cyber
Hyderabad
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Enabled real-time visibility through deployment and management of CSPM tool across multiple cloud platforms.
- Accelerated resolution times for security incidents through thorough root cause analysis and effective remediation efforts.
- Authored detailed SOPs, incident response playbooks, and triage runbooks to standardize cloud security operations.
- Developed ServiceNow dashboards and automated workflows for cloud access, enhancing request handling.
- Researched and modeled sophisticated malware tactics to assess EDR and sandboxing capabilities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to test and improve cloud incident response procedures.
- Created executive-level summaries, offering insights into cloud security trends and performance.
Security Analyst
MOURI Teach
Visakhapatnam
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Led extensive audits on numerous systems, discovering flaws and achieving a 30% reduction in threats.
- Developed an updated approach for responding to incidents, crucially minimizing the impact of security breaches.
- Engaged cross-functional teams to educate staff on cybersecurity best practices, achieving a significant boost in employee awareness.
- Analyzed security logs and incidents daily for early detection of anomalies.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Avanthi Institute of Engineering And Technology
Visakhapatnam01-2021
Skills
- Multi-Cloud Security Expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Cloud Security Architecture
- Cloud Security Posture Management
- Network Security
- Identity and Access Management
- Threat Detection & Incident Response
- Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
- Security Automation & Engineering
- Security Operations & Monitoring
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking & Risk-Based Prioritization
- Collaboration & Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Initiative, Ownership & Accountability
- Continuous Learning & Adaptability
- Customer-Focused Mindset
Certification
- Professional Cloud Security Engineer – Google Cloud
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate – Microsoft
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate – Microsoft
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) – EC-Council
- Malware Analysis Certificate – ISC2
- Certified in Cybersecurity – ISC2
- Practical Malware Research Professional – TCM Security
- Orca Security Ambassador – Orca Security
Accomplishments
- Team Excellence Award – Critical Incident Response (CIRT): Recognized for exceptional contribution during a high-impact security incident, playing a key role in safeguarding customer infrastructure and ensuring rapid threat containment.
- Above & Beyond Award – Cloud Security Operations: Honored for proactively identifying and remediating critical misconfigurations across multi-cloud environments, significantly improving security posture and compliance readiness.
- Innovation in Security Award – ServiceNow Automation: Recognized for developing custom dashboards and automation workflows in ServiceNow, reducing turnaround time for cloud requests and improving process efficiency.
- Spotlight Award – Policy Enforcement Initiative: Acknowledged for leading the validation and implementation of deny-mode security policies across cloud, ensuring zero policy drift and enhanced preventive controls.
Languages
- English
- Telugu
- Hindi
Timeline
Cloud Security Engineering Analyst
Ultraviolet Cyber
08.2023 - Current
Cloud Security Analyst
Ultraviolet Cyber
08.2022 - 08.2023
Security Analyst
MOURI Teach
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Avanthi Institute of Engineering And Technology
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