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Venkatesh Naik

Bengaluru

Summary

Results-driven Network and Cybersecurity Engineer with 8 years of experience designing, securing, and maintaining enterprise-level infrastructure. Proven expertise in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance. Adept at implementing robust security protocols and leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Network & Cybersecurity Engineer

Juniper Networks
Bangalore
07.2019 - Current
  • Analyzed security logs to detect anomalies and respond to incidents swiftly.
  • Evaluated new cybersecurity tools for integration into existing systems and workflows.
  • Deployed endpoint protection tools such as anti-malware software.
  • Implemented firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security measures.
  • Created reports on the status of the organization's security posture.
  • Evaluated user access privileges according to company security protocols.
  • Investigated security breaches or incidents and developed remediation strategies.
  • Configured antivirus software programs for maximum protection against malware.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of cybersecurity trends, threats, and vulnerabilities.
  • Provided technical advice on security best practices and procedures.
  • Conducted security vulnerability scans and identified areas for improvement.
  • Ensured data privacy regulations are met through periodic auditing processes.
  • Performed regular penetration tests to identify weaknesses in the system.
  • Reviewed system logs and monitored network traffic for suspicious activity.
  • Trained personnel on proper use of data encryption techniques.
  • Contributed to task list for maintaining network security across workstations, servers and peripherals.
  • - Deployed and tuned SIEM (Splunk), reducing incident response time by 40%.
  • - Conducted vulnerability assessments using Nessus and OpenVAS.
  • Implemented software tools to assist in threat detection, prevention and analysis.
  • Directed risk assessment operations and system test execution.

Network Security Engineer

Quadgen Wireless Solutions
Bangalore
11.2017 - 07.2019
  • - Managed firewalls: Fortinet, Cisco ASA, Palo Alto.
  • - Resolved Tier 2/3 security incidents; authored post-incident reports.

Education

B.S. - Computer Science, Information Security

Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering
Shivamogga
07-2017

Skills

  • - Network Security Architecture
  • - Incident Response & Forensics
  • - Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM Tools
  • - Risk & Vulnerability Management
  • - Cloud Security (AWS, Azure)
  • - VPNs, SSL, IPsec, PKI
  • - Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking
  • - NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR Compliance
  • - Python, Bash, PowerShell Automation
  • - Security Awareness Training
  • Firewall management
  • Network monitoring

Certification

  • - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
  • - CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker
  • - CCNP Security - Cisco Certified Network Professional
  • - CompTIA Security+

Projects

- Designed a zero-trust model for a financial services client., - Automated threat intelligence feeds using Python scripts., - Received 'Security Innovator Award' at XYZ Corp (2022).

Timeline

Senior Network & Cybersecurity Engineer

Juniper Networks
07.2019 - Current

Network Security Engineer

Quadgen Wireless Solutions
11.2017 - 07.2019

B.S. - Computer Science, Information Security

Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering
Venkatesh Naik