Pramod Nalavade
Pune
Summary
Experienced IT professional with a strong background in email security, Active Directory management, and Microsoft 365 administration. Proven expertise in implementing and managing Proofpoint Email Security, configuring email firewall rules, and ensuring robust email authentication using SPF, DKIM, and DMARC. Skilled in deploying and managing Threat Response Auto-Pull (TRAP), Targeted Attack Protection (TAP), and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to safeguard organizational communication. Proficient in administering Windows Active Directory Domain, Exchange 2019 Servers, and Office 365 environments, including hybrid configurations, and mailbox migrations. Adept at managing Microsoft Teams, troubleshooting email delivery issues, and collaborating with security teams to implement effective security policies. Strong problem-solving abilities with a track record of delivering training sessions, creating comprehensive documentation, and resolving complex technical challenges.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office 365 - Proofpoint Email Security Administrator
BMC Software India Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current
- Implemented and managed Proofpoint Email Security for configuration, management, and threat protection
- Set up and managed Email Firewall Rules for enhanced email security
- Implemented and managed SPF, DKIM, and DMARC for email authentication and protection using Proofpoint Email Fraud Defense (EFD)
- Managed email security using Threat Response Auto-Pull (TRAP), Targeted Attack Protection (TAP), and Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Administered and managed Windows Active Directory Domain, Exchange 2019 Servers, Proofpoint, and Office 365
- Managed Microsoft 365 Administration, including Exchange Online and On-Premises for mailbox management, hybrid configurations, and migrations
- Handled Microsoft Teams Management, including user and policy management
- Performed mailbox/service account migrations to Office 365 and managed hybrid configurations
- Troubleshot email delivery issues, provided root cause analysis (RCA), and implemented security policies in collaboration with the security team
- Delivered training sessions, created documentation, and escalated issues to resolve complex technical challenges
- Troubleshot network problems, identified root causes, and developed solutions
- Key Projects:
- Migrated Proofpoint Email Security from on-premises to cloud-based POD, enhancing email security and reliability
- Performed Active Directory migration from Server 2003 to Server 2012R2, ensuring improved performance and security
- Deployed and configured Skype for Business 2015 pool, facilitating enhanced site collaboration and communication
- Secured email relay using Proofpoint on-prem appliances, ensuring safe and efficient email delivery
- Implemented and configured Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rules according to organizational policies, ensuring sensitive data protection and compliance
- Performed Active Directory forest recovery using Semparis, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity during disaster recovery scenarios
Nityo Infotech
04.2014 - 06.2014
- Responsibilities aligned with those at BMC Software
Senate Technologies Pvt Ltd
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Responsibilities aligned with those at BMC Software
Agogue Technologies Pvt Ltd
12.2011 - 08.2012
- Administered Windows servers (2003/2008), Active Directory, and group policies
- Managed SonicWall Firewall, including monitoring events and port forwarding
- Provided remote support, conducted OS installations, and managed IIS servers
- Performed SQL server maintenance, database backups, and patch management
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science (B.C.S) -
Shivaji University
Kolhapur01.2009
H.S.C -
Kolhapur Board
Kolhapur01.2005
S.S.C -
Kolhapur Board
Kolhapur01.2003
Skills
- Proofpoint Email Security
- Exchange Hybrid
- Group ID
- Migration
- Airwatch
- Email security
- Active Directory
- Office 365/ M365
- EFD/TRAP/TAP/DLP
- PKI
- Powershell
- MS Teams
Certification
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
- Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
Training
- MCTS, MCITP Training (IACM Institute)
- Hardware Networking & Security Systems Training (IACM Institute)
- CCNA Training (IACM Institute)
- RHCE and RHCSA Training (Certification Guru Institute)
Timeline
Office 365 - Proofpoint Email Security Administrator
BMC Software India Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current
Nityo Infotech
04.2014 - 06.2014
Senate Technologies Pvt Ltd
04.2013 - 03.2014
Agogue Technologies Pvt Ltd
12.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Computer Science (B.C.S) -
Shivaji University
H.S.C -
Kolhapur Board
S.S.C -
Kolhapur Board
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