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Naveen Kolli

Naveen Kolli

Senior Cyber Security Engineer
Bengaluru

Summary

Results-driven IT professional with notable success in the planning, analysis, and implementation of security initiatives. Strengths in providing comprehensive security measures and frameworks. Experienced Information Security Engineer with 7-year history of managing the security of physical infrastructure. Adept at identifying security risks and improving security architecture designs. Cyber Security Instructor.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates

Work History

Cyber Security Instructor

Boston Institute Of Analytics
Bengaluru
11.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Committed to mentoring individuals on their journey in cybersecurity through practical, hands-on training.
  • I help people choose Cyber Security as a career path.

Senior Security Engineer

Quest Global Engineering Ltd
Bengaluru
01.2022 - Current

Client: ALSTOM

I am a lead engineer responsible for deploying, integrating & validating the Cyber Security Platform (CSP) with Rail sub systems such as ATS, ATC, CBI, IXL, MSS, SCADA at FIVP level for multiple projects while providing strong leadership to a dedicated team.

  • Responsible for designing and performing the security test cases (RTD) as per the Architecture & project specific requirements.
  • Deployed multiple security solutions such as Active Directory (IAM), Syslogger, PKI, RADIUS, WSUS, ePO etc
  • Supported evaluation of COTS products in line with project needs (e.g. Syslogger, IDS, IPS, firewalls, Switches, SIEM, EDR etc)
  • Collaborated across traditional engineering functions. Co-ordinate with global Alstom cyber security technical team for new cyber evolution in rail signaling domain.
  • Provide technical support to the Project Managers, V&V leaders & entire team as per the project requirement, Trained 500+ people in Signaling engineering teams on cyber security best practices & cyber functionalities that Alstom is offering to its clients.
  • Proactivity, self-initiative and responsible work practices and team spirit.

Cyber Security Engineer

Neural Metrics
Bangalore
02.2021 - 01.2022

As a cyber security engineer in a small InsurTech start up, I was mainly responsible for developing the security road map for the organization under the guidance of CTO


  • Performed risk and vulnerability assessments and provided results and recommendations to senior management on the internal web applications & worked with developers to mitigate the vulnerabilities found.
  • Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards and procedures as per ISMS standards by implementing the ISO27001 controls as per requirement.
  • Developed a Security Awareness Program & conducted weekly trainings for the employees to prevent future potential cyber threats.
  • Liaised with third parties vendors to respond to security events and understand threat landscape and maintained company-wide EDR Solutions, SIEM & support for security incidents happening in organization.

Technical Security Engineer - Presales

Hitachi Systems
Bangalore
01.2019 - 01.2021

As a security engineer in a System Integrator Company, I am responsible for providing the technical support for the customers by showcasing the POC's of security solutions which would fit best in the customer environment with minimal service disruption.

  • Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures by performing RISK assessments.
  • Worked in multiple client environments such as Data centers, on prem environments.
  • Routinely conduct scans, Generate Daily, weekly, Monthly Reports on all company assets as per the Standards & procedures.
  • Worked on network security solutions such as firewalls, switches, load balancers.
  • Performed risk analyses on systems, networks to identify appropriate security countermeasures and provided results and mitigations to appropriate stake holders.

Associate Software Engineer

Accenture
Bangalore
06.2017 - 02.2018

As a Software Engineer in an MNC, I was accountable to resolve the Service Requests assigned to me within the deadlines.

  • Checked configuration files and logs to uncover root causes of problems, tested server operating limits by conducting weekly load tests
  • Tested troubleshooting methods and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.
  • Collaborated with developers and product owners to stay current on product features and intended functionality

Education

Master of Science - Cyber Security

International Institute of Digital Technology
Tirupati
02.2018 - 2019.01

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

PES University
Bengaluru
08.2013 - 2017.05

Skills

Vulnerability Assessments

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Certification

ECSA

Timeline

Cyber Security Instructor

Boston Institute Of Analytics
11.2023 - Current

Senior Security Engineer

Quest Global Engineering Ltd
01.2022 - Current

Cyber Security Engineer

Neural Metrics
02.2021 - 01.2022

ICSI - Certified Network Security Specialist (CNSS)

02-2020

ECSA

11-2019

Technical Security Engineer - Presales

Hitachi Systems
01.2019 - 01.2021

Master of Science - Cyber Security

International Institute of Digital Technology
02.2018 - 2019.01

Associate Software Engineer

Accenture
06.2017 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

PES University
08.2013 - 2017.05

Accomplishments

Stood state 2nd in FINTECH HACKATHON 2018 among 600+ teams which was organized by Government of Andhra Pradesh and Fintech valley Vizag & Received cash prize of INR 40000

Additional Information

  • Developed an automated Malware detection and analysis tool using file system events

Interests

Business Development

Emerging Markets

Work Availability

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Hobbies

I enjoy working with the evolving organizations. I also invest in equity markets, growing startups regularly as I get to learn a lot in the journey. Sometimes, I like to take a break heading to a beach, and write short stories for fun.

Naveen KolliSenior Cyber Security Engineer