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Pranay Raman

Security Engineer
Frankfurt am Main,Hessen

Summary

Security Engineer with a proven record of enhancing organizational security posture through phishing resilience programs, secure-by-design strategies, and cloud-native security tooling. Experienced in SOC operations, incident response, DORA compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Led security awareness initiatives at Clark Holding SE, reducing phishing click rates from 32% to below 9% and promoting a proactive security culture. Skilled in SIEM (Splunk), XDR, AWS WAF, Wiz, and infrastructure automation via Terraform. Adept at integrating security into development workflows and scaling secure practices across distributed environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Security Engineer

Clark Holding SE
Frankfurt Am Main
07.2023 - Current
  • Designed and executed a company-wide Security Awareness and Phishing Simulation Program for 800+ employees, reducing the phishing click rate from 32% to below 9%.
  • Promoted "Shift Left" security by training developers and tech teams, leading to a 22% reduction in vulnerabilities.
  • Led the evaluation and onboarding of a new XDR platform, improving visibility and response capabilities across the organization.
  • Deployed AWS WAF across multiple accounts using Terraform for scalable and policy-compliant web application protection.
  • Conducted DORA gap analysis, authored policies, and initiated international rollout of compliance procedures.
  • Boosted 1Password adoption rate from 37% to over 90%, significantly improving organizational password hygiene.
  • Developed audit templates and standardized processes for network security audits across office locations.
  • Performed weekly reviews of scanning tools (Wiz, Detectify, Autobahn) to detect patterns and prioritize remediation efforts.
  • Managed yearly red teaming and penetration testing cycles, vendor evaluation, scope definition, and remediation tracking.
  • Led a team of three security engineers in continuous monitoring, threat detection, and incident response, ensuring rapid mitigation of risks and minimizing security exposure across the organization.
  • Developed and implemented a cross-departmental cybersecurity reporting framework, significantly improving communication flow and enabling swift decision-making for high-priority threat scenarios.
  • Conducted third-party risk assessments in collaboration with vendors and suppliers, enforcing adherence to organizational security standards and reducing potential exposure from external integrations.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to integrate security measures into software development processes, enhancing overall application security.
  • Contributed to business continuity planning efforts by assessing potential risks to critical systems and implementing backup strategies that ensured minimal downtime during disaster recovery scenarios.

Security Engineer (Working Student)

Clark Holding SE
Frankfurt Am Main
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supported the Security Operations Center in incident triage and investigations using Splunk.
  • Assisted in internal compliance initiatives and vulnerability management cycles.
  • Helped with phishing response and employee education on secure practices.
  • Provided training programs for employees on cybersecurity best practices, increasing awareness and fostering a proactive security culture within the organization.
  • Implemented robust access controls for sensitive data repositories, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.

IT & Application Working Student

Clark Holding SE
Frankfurt Am Main
08.2020 - 03.2022
  • Handled user lifecycle and access control via Google Admin and JumpCloud.
  • Administered Slack, Jira, Confluence, and G Suite, ensuring secure configurations.
  • Delivered training and support for internal tools, reducing support burden across IT.
  • Acquired new skills through professional development opportunities, increasing personal expertise in relevant areas.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues to ensure satisfaction.

IT Service Delivery Specialist

IBM India Pvt. Ltd. (Client: ABB)
Hyderabad
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Led a 10-member support team managing global infrastructure and server incidents.
  • Contributed to messaging infrastructure design and implementation for ABB Group.
  • Created and maintained reporting dashboards in Excel, improved transparency on SLAs and performance.
  • Documented internal processes and helped streamline IT operations across multiple geographies.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely resolution of issues and proactive communication.

Network Operations Specialist

Amazon India Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad
07.2017 - 03.2018
  • Monitored and troubleshot global network and server infrastructure for Amazon's B2B and B2C operations.
  • Enhanced network configurations and helped improve uptime KPIs across logistics environments.
  • Proposed and implemented process improvements to optimize IT operations.
  • Reduced system downtime with proactive maintenance and swift issue resolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement network upgrades, ensuring seamless integration.

Education

Master of Science - High Integrity Systems

Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
Frankfurt Am Main, Germany
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Malla Reddy Engineering College
Hyderbad, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Security information and event management

Security compliance auditing

Threat intelligence analysis

Identity and Access management

Decision-making

Teamwork and collaboration

Cloud security

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

Crisis management

Hobbies

  • Strength Training & Fitness: I maintain a consistent gym routine focused on strength training, which fosters discipline, mental clarity, and resilience qualities that positively influence my professional mindset.
  • Photography: I enjoy capturing architectural and candid street scenes, an activity that enhances my attention to detail and patience.
  • Culinary Exploration: Cooking helps me unwind while developing focus and creativity through precision and experimentation.
  • Travel & Cultural Exploration: I appreciate learning from different cultures and environments, which has strengthened my adaptability and interpersonal communication.
  • Team Sports (Badminton & Volleyball): Participating in sports nurtures teamwork, strategy, and quick decision-making in dynamic settings.

Timeline

Security Engineer

Clark Holding SE
07.2023 - Current

Security Engineer (Working Student)

Clark Holding SE
04.2022 - 06.2023

IT & Application Working Student

Clark Holding SE
08.2020 - 03.2022

IT Service Delivery Specialist

IBM India Pvt. Ltd. (Client: ABB)
03.2018 - 08.2019

Network Operations Specialist

Amazon India Pvt. Ltd
07.2017 - 03.2018

Master of Science - High Integrity Systems

Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Malla Reddy Engineering College
04.2001 -
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