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Pratik Savaratkar

Dombivili

Summary

Cybersecurity professional with over nine years of experience in network security, compliance audits, and risk management. Skilled in handling regulatory audits for RBI and SEBI requirements. Strong background in data center migration and implementation of secure infrastructure. Experienced in conducting cybersecurity audits and leading ISO 27001 audits for large public-sector banks. Proficient in designing and implementing Security Operations Centers. Focused on delivering practical solutions to improve security, and ensure compliance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager

KPMG Assurance and Consulting LLP
Mumbai
07.2023 - Current
  • Led internal and external audits to ensure compliance with RBI and SEBI regulations.
    Conducted cybersecurity and network audits, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending solutions.
  • Prepared detailed RFPs addressing cybersecurity and compliance needs.
    Performed risk assessments to manage potential security threats effectively.
  • Developed security documentation aligned with industry best practices.
  • Designed SOC architecture and implemented measures to enhance cybersecurity monitoring.
  • Executed ISO 27001 audits for large PSU banks, ensuring adherence to standards.

Technical Lead

Galaxy Office Automation Pvt.Ltd
Mumbai
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Lead and execute product demonstrations, POCs, and pre-sales activities.
  • Assisting with security solution implementation and system upgrades. Understanding key project requirements as per the RFP.
  • Lead the design, architecture standards, and implementation support.
  • Experience in web application security implementation, good knowledge of the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, creating WAF policies for mitigation, ensuring secure application development, and protecting against critical risks.

Senior Executive

Yotta Infrastructure Solutions
Navi Mumbai
07.2021 - 11.2022
  • Security solution implementation.
  • Data center migration.
  • Preparing an end-to-end plan for data center migration.
  • Developing project-related documents with the required technical architecture diagram.
  • Creating HLD, LLD, a plan of action, a migration plan, and an As-Built document for the operation team.
  • Troubleshooting issues related to the firewall, IPsec, and SSL VPN.
  • Troubleshooting FortiGate VDOM-related issues.
  • Installation of TrendMicro AV, Check Point Harmony, and Virsec host protection.
  • Troubleshooting antivirus-related issues.
  • Performing day-to-day firewall activity.
  • New firewall deployment, VDOM provision.

Senior Security Analyst

Tech Mahindra Limited
Navi Mumbai
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Providing day-to-day operational support.
  • Performing daily health checks for WAF LB and Firewall.
  • Troubleshooting WAF, LB, and firewall-related issues.
  • Monitoring WAF, LB, and Firewall for any critical alerts.

Technology Consultant

Inspira Enterprise Private Limited
Mumbai
01.2019 - 07.2020
  • Understanding key project requirements, working closely with the project management team to ensure the successful completion of projects as per the RFP.
  • Developing project-related documents with the required technical architecture diagram, high-level design, low-level design, plan of action, migration plan, implementation plan, and creating an as-built document for the SOC team.
  • Implementing the security product as per the RFP, configuring, testing, and fulfilling UTA criteria, while providing evidence to the customer for project sign-off.
  • Troubleshooting and root cause analysis of related issues with security products, and working efficiently with the TAC/OEM support team to solve customer issues.
  • Assists customers through the rollout, migration, and go-live phase.
  • Delivering knowledge transfer sessions for the customer's staff on the relevant security solutions, also providing on-demand pre-implementation and post-implementation training.

Senior Network Engineer

Mahaonline Limited
Mumbai
11.2017 - 12.2018
  • Monitored and maintained the Cisco network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and availability.
  • Configured, installed, and upgraded Cisco routers, switches, and access points based on network requirements.
  • Implemented and maintained network security measures, including FortiGate firewall configurations, and access control lists (ACLs).
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of network policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Documented network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge sharing and future reference.

L1 Network Administrator

Sapper Solutions Private Limited
Mumbai
03.2015 - 04.2017
  • Managing day-to-day network and security-related tasks.
  • Cisco router and Cisco switch configuration.
  • Firewall configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Daily health checkup for all network and security devices.
  • Device hardening, as per standard recommendation.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Applications Development

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
Mumbai
07-2017

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance: RBI guidelines, SEBI guidelines, ISO 27001 audits
  • Cybersecurity auditing: vulnerability assessment, network security audits, cybersecurity risk management
  • Security Operations Center (SOC): architecture design, implementation, threat monitoring, and response
  • Frameworks and standards: CIS benchmarks, OWASP Top 10
  • Network security tools: FortiGate Firewall, SonicWall Firewall, Check Point Firewall, Cisco FTD, TrendMicro Antivirus, Check Point Harmony, and Virsec Host Protection
  • Security solutions: F5 WAF, Array Load Balancer, McAfee Web Gateway, Algosec, FortiAnalyzer, FortiProxy
  • Documentation and reporting: RFP preparation, secure configuration documents, risk assessment reports, security implementation documentation
  • Project management: data center migration, incident management, troubleshooting, training, and knowledge transfer

Certification

  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • ISO/IEC 42001 - AI management system

Timeline

Assistant Manager

KPMG Assurance and Consulting LLP
07.2023 - Current

Technical Lead

Galaxy Office Automation Pvt.Ltd
12.2022 - 06.2023

Senior Executive

Yotta Infrastructure Solutions
07.2021 - 11.2022

Senior Security Analyst

Tech Mahindra Limited
10.2020 - 07.2021

Technology Consultant

Inspira Enterprise Private Limited
01.2019 - 07.2020

Senior Network Engineer

Mahaonline Limited
11.2017 - 12.2018

L1 Network Administrator

Sapper Solutions Private Limited
03.2015 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Applications Development

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
Pratik Savaratkar