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Namruth Narayan Gowda
Information Security Analayst
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Dynamic Information Security Analyst with proven expertise at NTT Data Inc. in incident response and threat hunting. Enhanced security postures through advanced malware analysis and streamlined monitoring processes, significantly improving incident response times. Skilled in SIEM management and critical thinking, I excel in safeguarding systems against evolving cyber threats.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Security Analyst, Incidence Response
NTT Data Inc.
2022.11 - Current
- Conducted real-time incident detection, investigation, response and mitigation.
- Investigated multiple phishing attacks, email security breaches, and endpoint threats.
- Performed advanced threat hunting and malware analysis.
- Analyzed cloud security risks using Microsoft Defender 365 & Defender for Cloud.
- Streamlined threat monitoring processes for quicker identification of potential risks.
- Collaborated with SOC team, threat intelligence and platform teams to enhance security postures.
- Monitor Zscaler ZPA and ZIA for unauthorized access and data exfiltration.
- Improved incident response times by creating and maintaining detailed incident response procedures.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Trained junior analysts in incidence response management, improving overall team efficiency.
- Participated in industry conferences and bootcamps to stay updated with cybersecurity trends while networking with peers from various organizations.
SOC Analyst
Marlabs Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
2020.10 - 2022.10
- Eyes on glass 24/7 NOC-SOC monitoring and incident analysis for client enterprise security.
- Reduced false alarms by fine-tuning the security system configurations based on historical analysis of incidents.
- Collaborated with IT teams to implement effective security measures, safeguarding critical data and systems.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all SOC activities, facilitating knowledge sharing across the organization.
- Enhanced network security by monitoring systems for potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Cyber Security Operations & Leadership
University of San Diego
Online 2001.04 -
Bachelor's Degree - Information Science & Engineering
AMC Engineering College (VTU)
Bengaluru, India 2001.04 -
Skills
SIEM management
Vulnerability assessment
Incident response
Critical thinking skills
Developing security plans
Malware analysis
Cloud security
Threat hunting
Phishing detection
Endpoint security
Threat intelligence
Analytical thinking
Software
Proofpoint
Exabeam
Microsoft Defender
Zscaler
OSINT
Certification
CompTIA CySA+
Timeline
Information Security Analyst, Incidence Response
NTT Data Inc.
2022.11 - Current
CompTIA CySA+
2021-06
SOC Analyst
Marlabs Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
2020.10 - 2022.10
Master of Science - Cyber Security Operations & Leadership
University of San Diego
2001.04 -
Bachelor's Degree - Information Science & Engineering
AMC Engineering College (VTU)
2001.04 -