PRANJAL SRIVASTAVA
Summary
Experienced in driving innovation and efficiency in Cyber Security and Risk Management. Proven track record in leading the design and implementation of scalable solutions. Specialized in optimizing information processes and enhancing system security. Committed to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the utmost protection of sensitive data. Skilled in maintaining a robust security framework.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate consultant
KPMG India
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Led the development efforts as an Associate Consultant at KPMG India, enhancing the Security system for client assets through security tools with innovative solutions and a focus on reducing BAU timelines.
- Restructured the implementation of audit activities: vulnerability management, configuration hardening and firewall management. Reduced the activity timelines by 50% ( 6 months -> 3 months ) and false positives to 5% (12k -> 600).
- Engaged 350+ attendees by organizing Cyber awareness drives and assisted in developing company-wide cyber security policies by raising awareness and conducting 85+ personnel training sessions .
- Collaborated with cross-functional international teams to implement RISK based security tools(SAFE, Balbix) for F&B clients.
- Spearheaded cybersecurity initiatives to protect company assets from threats like hacking attempts or data breaches, observed an YOY reduction of 66.67% in potential data breaches.
- Scaled Asset scanning for client servers and network devices by 135% (2.8k -> 6.6k assets) & Application scanning by 120% (100 -> 220) in 4 months.
- Pioneered automated report generation to deliver actionable insights, optimizing decision-making, and addressing critical vulnerability issues.
- Achieved 100% clearance in annual audit controls , played a pivotal role in clearing Logging and Monitoring activity as part of NIST certification.
Cyber Security Analyst
KPMG India
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Led detailed black-box testing for multiple clients, providing comprehensive reports & findings that facilitate in-depth analysis.
- Performed Red teaming for Japanese petroleum industry client, with a focus on reconnaissance and phishing.
- Spearheaded secure patch cycle management practices for client, reduced critical vulnerabilities identified by 87% (325 -> 42).
- Creating Phishing Simulations through Go Phish and performed analysis for the entire IT team for a F&B Client, which were presented to leadership on a monthly basis.
- Experienced on Security tools: Qualys, Burp Suite, Nipper, Nessus.
- Managing seamless migration of services & components between security tools, ensuring minimal downtime & disruption during transition
- Developed & deployed a versatile email automation system for downloading and parsing invoice files, enhancing both efficiency and accuracy
Education
B.Tech. - Computer Science And Engineering
PES University
Bengaluru, India06-2021
Class 12th - Science
Delhi Public School, Bangalore North
Bengaluru03-2017
Class 10th - Science
Delhi Public School, Bangalore North
Bengaluru, India03-2015
Skills
- Information Management
- Information Security
- Security Tools
- Red Team Experience
- Cybersecurity analysis
- Security audit preparation
- Black Box Testing
- Excel & PowerPoint
- Security risk assessment
- Project Execution & Management
- Security architecture
Accomplishments
- Earned 'Kudos' award for the year 2022-2023, showcasing exceptional proficiency and expertise.
- Promoted to Associate Consultant in Apr'24, recognizing outstanding performance and contributions
Certification
- Certified Ethical Hacker, EC - Council
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Associate consultant
KPMG India
04.2023 - 11.2023
Cyber Security Analyst
KPMG India
07.2021 - 03.2023
B.Tech. - Computer Science And Engineering
PES University
Class 12th - Science
Delhi Public School, Bangalore North
Class 10th - Science
Delhi Public School, Bangalore North
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