RAJ BHARATH

Detail-oriented IT Security Engineer with 5 years in enterprise cybersecurity and infrastructure support. Implemented and managed security solutions such as Netskope Cloud Proxy and Microsoft 365 Defender. Conducted security solution evaluations, executed technical proofs of concept, and improved security posture through effective compliance management and audit support.

• Cloud Proxy Security Solution Evaluation & Implementation – Netskope, Conducted comprehensive POC evaluation of Netskope, Palo Alto Prisma Access, and Zscaler Cloud Proxy solutions., Performed technical validation through multiple test scenarios covering URL filtering, application control, SSL inspection, policy enforcement, and security requirements., Recommended Netskope based on technical assessment and business requirements., Implemented Netskope for the India environment with Active Directory integration., Configured URL bypass, application bypass, SSL bypass, and internet security policies to ensure controlled and secure internet access.
• Enterprise MDM Solution Evaluation – Microsoft Intune, Conducted detailed POC evaluation of Microsoft Intune and IBM MaaS360., Created and executed test scenarios covering device enrollment, compliance policies, application deployment, security controls, and device management., Evaluated security capabilities and operational suitability., Recommended Microsoft Intune based on successful technical validation., Supporting enterprise Intune implementation activities.
• Endpoint Security & Compliance Management – Sophos Central, Successfully onboarded 400+ endpoints into Sophos Central., Configured antivirus policies, application exceptions, folder exclusions, and security controls., Monitored endpoint health and security compliance., Maintained 95%+ endpoint compliance through patch management, monitoring, and remediation., Investigated and resolved antivirus incidents and security alerts.
• Endpoint Management & Patch Automation – ManageEngine Endpoint Central, Managed onboarding of desktops, laptops, and Ubuntu servers into ManageEngine Endpoint Central., Configured OS-based device groups and centralized endpoint management policies., Implemented automation tasks for endpoint maintenance activities., Managed patch deployment and compliance monitoring.
• Enterprise GPU Server Deployment – Tech Mahindra Project, Configured and deployed 40 enterprise GPU servers for a U.S.-based remote infrastructure project., Performed OS installation, disk partitioning, system configuration, and software package installation., Prepared servers for development environment onboarding., Completed deployment activities ahead of the planned timeline., Provided post-deployment server support and troubleshooting.