Sabarish Gnanavel
Bangalore
Summary
Highly-motivated Cyber Security professional with 16 years of IT experience in System Engineering, Wintel Administration, Backup Administration, and Technical Support. Exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic. Able to work effectively unsupervised and quickly master new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CSIRT LEAD
Marelli
Bangalore
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated, recommended, and implemented security measures to protect systems, networks, and data in Marelli Infrastructure.
- Managed external vendor relationships related to information security services and products.
- Leading and governing the IT/OT incident response activities.
- Prepared the Cyber Incident Response handbook for handling crisis management.
- Provided technical support for all aspects of information security systems.
- Communicated relevance of organizational goals, policies and procedures to IT department staff.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats in order to effectively protect against them.
- Established secure communications channels between internal networks, remote users, customers, vendors.
- Served as a key contact point for law enforcement agencies during investigations involving digital evidence.
- Globally managed several satellite IT locations, maintaining secure and operational corporate infrastructure.
- Recruited, trained and supervised IT department staff.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from investigations into malicious attacks or other violations of policy.
- Researched latest developments in cybercrime prevention strategies.
- Coordinated incident response activities such as containment, eradication, recovery and post-incident review.
- Analyzed workflows and established priorities for daily operations.
- Examined metrics and prepared IT project progress reports.
SOC Lead
Wipro technologies
Bangalore
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Researched emerging threats and vulnerabilities impacting business processes.
- Analyzed system logs from multiple sources for suspicious activity or trends.
- Responded promptly to alerts generated by intrusion detection systems or other monitoring tools.
- Reviewed firewall rulesets and other perimeter control devices for proper configuration according to established policies and best practices.
- Conducted forensic analysis following an incident involving loss or compromise of data.
- Monitored security access to ensure compliance with corporate security policies.
- Assisted in the development of training programs related to information security topics.
- Participated in vulnerability scans using automated tools such as Nessus Scanner.
- Coordinated with internal teams on developing solutions that comply with organizational information security requirements.
- Tracked identified risks and reported findings to executive management team.
- Investigated incidents related to suspicious or malicious activity on networks, systems and applications.
- Investigated information security breaches to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate damage.
- Monitored systems for indications of threats, security breaches or intrusions.
- Directed vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems.
SOC Lead
HCL Technologies
Bangalore
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Researched emerging threats and vulnerabilities impacting business processes.
- Analyzed system logs from multiple sources for suspicious activity or trends.
- Conducted regular audits of network devices for vulnerabilities and threats.
- Conducted forensic analysis following an incident involving loss or compromise of data.
- Participated in vulnerability scans using automated tools such as Nessus Scanner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and industry best practices pertaining to Information Security.
- Assisted in the development of training programs related to information security topics.
SOC Lead
Cognizant Technologies
Chennai
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Responded promptly to alerts generated by intrusion detection systems or other monitoring tools.
- Conducted forensic analysis following an incident involving loss or compromise of data.
- Managed the development, implementation and maintenance of security policies, standards, guidelines and procedures.
DB Security Analyst
HCL Technologies
Chennai
11.2014 - 08.2017
- Installation and configuration of Imperva DAM.
- Version upgrades, patches installation, and provisioning.
- Create audit process, purge, archive, and backup processes.
- Troubleshooting issues regarding the Imperva infrastructure problems, also work with the Imperva support team regarding different functionality/infra issues.
- Responsible for Database Security compliance with standard operating procedures like SOX (Sarbanes Oxley) and PCI DSS compliance.
- Architecting the Adaptive response for kill chain process and Various Attack Vectors.
- Implementing various security controls from perimeter to endpoint.
- Configured the Retirement and Archiving policy based on the client's requirements.
- Created the Roadmap for Splunk-ES (admin and Security Perspective
- Identify the security controls in place and plan for additional controls to address the security loopholes in the environment.
Infrastructure Specialist
Tech Mahindra
Chennai
02.2013 - 09.2014
- Designed and implemented new server hardware and software architectures.
- Maintained inventory records of all hardware components associated with the IT infrastructure.
- Developed scripts in order to automate administrative tasks such as patching cycles or user account provisioning.
Infrastructure Analyst
Maersk Global services
Chennai
07.2010 - 01.2012
- Performed periodic maintenance activities such as security patching, OS upgrades, firmware updates.
- Managed Active Directory users and groups across multiple domains within the organization's environment.
- Investigated incidents involving unauthorized access attempts or suspicious activity on network resources.
Technical Support Engineer
HCL Technologies
Chennai
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Assisted users with password resets and account lockout resolutions.
- Assisted customers with troubleshooting software and hardware issues.
- Troubleshot network connectivity problems such as router configurations, IP addressing, and DHCP server setup.
Technical Support Executive
Sutherland Global services
Chennai
12.2008 - 07.2010
- Developed and maintained customer relationships through effective communication and problem solving skills.
- Reported any recurring technical issues to management for further investigation and resolution.
- Provided technical support to customers via phone, email, and online chat.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
St Josephs College
Tiruchirappalli 05-2007
Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Project Planning, Integration and Processes
- Business process Delivery and Operations (SOC)
- Data-driven decision-making
- Team Building and Motivation
- Positive Attitude
- Continuous Improvement
Languages
English
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Accomplishments
- Awarded as most valuable employee in Marelli
Certification
- ITIL
- IBM Certified Administrator - Security QRadar SIEM
Timeline
CSIRT LEAD
Marelli
01.2023 - Current
SOC Lead
Wipro technologies
06.2019 - 01.2023
SOC Lead
HCL Technologies
08.2018 - 05.2019
SOC Lead
Cognizant Technologies
08.2017 - 08.2018
DB Security Analyst
HCL Technologies
11.2014 - 08.2017
Infrastructure Specialist
Tech Mahindra
02.2013 - 09.2014
Infrastructure Analyst
Maersk Global services
07.2010 - 01.2012
Technical Support Executive
Sutherland Global services
12.2008 - 07.2010
Technical Support Engineer
HCL Technologies
01.2008 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
St Josephs College
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