I am an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Consultant specializing in designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive cybersecurity systems. My expertise lies in leading security incident management operations, developing security tools, Splunk, parsing, automation, and incident management. As a Security Operations Engineer, I aim to deliver impactful cybersecurity solutions using my strong foundation in security policies, risk assessments, and incident response.
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Rajshekar Vijay
Riyadh
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
8
Certifications
Work History
Saudi Paramount Computer Systems (SPCS)
Senior Cybersecurity Consultant
9 2022 - Current
Job overview
- Led the design, implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and management of comprehensive cybersecurity systems and controls.
- Successfully executed information security projects on schedule.
- Generated reports and provided analytics on accounts payable to senior management, resulting in improved budget forecasting
Visteon Corporation
Infrastructure Security Architect
09.2021 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Spearheaded the design, development, and implementation of robust security tools and solutions
- Managed security policies, standards, procedures, and risk assessments to ensure a secure and compliant IT environment
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of security protocols into existing infrastructure.
- Developed security policies and procedures for cloud and productivity tools such as Azure and Microsoft 365.
Fujitsu
Lead Cyber Security Analyst
07.2018 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Led high-priority and critical security incident management operations
- Enhanced Security Operations efficiency by developing custom use cases and playbooks on Splunk SIEM and Demisto XSOAR respectively.
- Advised on security best practices and methodologies, serving as a technical expert for the XSOAR platform
- Conducted thorough log and event analysis, delivering threat analysis reports and strategic insights
- Streamlined data collection methods to improve speed and accuracy of analysis.
Zscaler
Sr. Product Support Engineer
08.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Interacted with customers through multiple channels (phone, email, on-site) in a professional and efficient manner
- Delivered clear and constructive product feedback to Zscaler Product Management based on customer requirements
- Triaged, escalated, and facilitated resolution of customers' technical support issues
- Contributed to knowledge base articles and other collateral to improve customer support
- Researched and executed solutions to inquiries and issues during implementation.
Cognizant
CyberSecurity Engineer
05.2016 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Configured and maintained firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security controls to protect the organization’s network and systems
- Monitored network traffic and identified malicious activity, resulting in the successful containment of a major attack
British Telecom
Security Analyst
07.2015 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Analyzed network traffic to identify malicious activity, such as malware, phishing, and other cyber threats
- Monitored and responded to security incidents, ensuring that all security threats were mitigated and appropriate countermeasures were taken
- Configured and maintained firewalls to ensure the security of the corporate network
HCL Technologies (Infrastructure Services Division)
Senior Analyst - Network Security
06.2012 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Installed and configured firewalls and anti-virus software to improve network security
- Developed and maintained a secure network and computer systems, ensuring data protection and security
- Configured and maintained firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security controls to protect the organization’s network and systems.
Education
Indira Gandhi National Open UniversityDelhi, India
Master of Computer Applications from Computer Application
04.2010 - 05.2013
University Overview
Skills
Network Security
Certification
CISM, ISACA, 06/2024
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive security architecture framework for a large financial institution to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Developed and managed security policies, standards, and procedures to safeguard critical assets and data organization-wide
- Implemented multifactor authentication and encryption protocols to strengthen data protection and secure network communication
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy security solutions for cloud-based applications and systems
- Provided technical guidance and support to junior team members on security best practices and emerging threats Served as a subject-matter expert on security architectures, offering input and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders
- Led incident response and remediation efforts to address security breaches and minimize impact on business operations
- Facilitated security awareness training programs for employees to promote a culture of cybersecurity within the organization.
Awards
Awards
- Splunk BOTSv7, Splunk, 06/2023, 6th position in Entire Middle East -Splunk Boss of the SOC (BOTS)v7
- Gold Award for Distinguished Performance, Fujitsu Consulting India Pvt Ltd, 06/2020
Timeline
Infrastructure Security Architect
Visteon Corporation
09.2021 - 09.2022
Lead Cyber Security Analyst
Fujitsu
07.2018 - 09.2021
Sr. Product Support Engineer
Zscaler
08.2017 - 07.2018
CyberSecurity Engineer
Cognizant
05.2016 - 08.2017
Security Analyst
British Telecom
07.2015 - 04.2016
Senior Analyst - Network Security
HCL Technologies (Infrastructure Services Division)
06.2012 - 07.2015
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Master of Computer Applications from Computer Application
04.2010 - 05.2013
Senior Cybersecurity Consultant
Saudi Paramount Computer Systems (SPCS)
9 2022 - Current
CISM, ISACA, 06/2024
BlackPerl Certified Detection Engineer, BlackPerl DFIR, 04/2024
SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, Microsoft, 12/2023, https://www.credential.net/1af46b6b-c924-45c2-a125-540e6b55342f
OffSec Exploit Developer (OSED), OffSec, 06/2023, https://www.credential.net/1af46b6b-c924-45c2-a125-540e6b55342f
CEHv10-Master, EC-Council, 04/2023
AZ-303: Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies, Microsoft, 12/2022
Cortex XSOAR Engineer, Palo Alto, 01/2021
Cybereason Certified Threat Hunter, Cybereason, 01/2021
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