YOGESH PAWAR
Navi Mumbai
Summary
Cyber Security Specialist with extensive experience in orchestrating security architecture reviews and optimising infrastructure for enhanced protection against cyber threats. Proven track record in advising senior management on emerging cyber security trends and managing deployment of endpoint security solutions. Skilled in monitoring network traffic, managing incident response activities, and conducting in-depth analysis of security events. Proficient in Zscaler agent installation, upgrading, and policy configuration, as well as SSL bypass list management and PAC file updating. Adept at developing SOC documentation, participating in security awareness training programs, and collaborating with vendors for troubleshooting. Career goal: to leverage expertise in cyber security to drive strategic initiatives that safeguard organisational assets.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Security Specialist
Zclus india PVT LTD
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Orchestrated security architecture reviews, optimising infrastructure for enhanced protection against cyber threats.
- Advised senior management on emerging cyber security trends and recommended strategic adjustments.
- Managed deployment of endpoint security solutions to protect against malware and phishing attacks.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activity, using advanced tools to detect and thwart potential cyber attacks.
- Managed incident response activities, including investigation and remediation of security breaches, minimising impact on business operations.
- Conducted regular audits of IT systems to ensure compliance with corporate data security policies.
- Monitored network traffic for malicious activity, identified abnormal behavior, and responded accordingly.
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst
Doyen Info solutions PVT LTD.
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Analysed operational improvements against KPIs to measure progress.
- Trained staff on cybersecurity best practices to raise awareness and prevent data loss.
- Analysed security alerts and provided recommendations for enhancing system security.
- Controlled user access to minimise security risks and track activities.
- Upgraded system software and hardware regularly to defend against emerging threats and maintain performance.
- Investigated breaches and removed viruses and malware impacting information security and system usability.
- Implemented protective software to control spam, viruses and malware.
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst
Net Connect PVT LTD.
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Monitored security alerts and events using SIEM and other monitoring tools, investigating and escalating potential security incidents as necessary
- Conducted in-depth analysis of security events to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and emerging threats, providing actionable intelligence to mitigate risks
- Developed and maintained SOC documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), incident response plans, and threat intelligence reports
- Participated in security awareness training programs to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and promote a culture of security awareness
Zscaler Administrator
IMSI India PVT LTD.
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Identified key areas that required better protective action in the company's security policy.
- Delivered detailed reports on security assessments, offering clear guidance on potential improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with IT departments to strengthen cyber security measures, guarding against online threats and data breaches.
Zscaler Administrator
Impact InfoTech Pvt Ltd.
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Experience in Zscaler agent installation
- Zscaler agent upgradation and maintaining the compliance
- Adding SSL bypass list
- Configuration and updating PAC file as and when required
- Configuration of Zscaler policies
- Whitelisting/blacklisting websites/URLs as per requirement
- Change management as per playbooks
- Zscaler root certificate rollout in endpoint devices and applications
- Monitor applications, users, health, app connectors, private service edges
- Exporting logs for troubleshooting
- Logging tickets to vendor and working with them
- Configured end user notification like AUP, block notification, caution and quarantine
Education
Diploma - IT
Mumbai University
03.2018
SSC -
Pune University
Skills
- Zscaler
- SIEM
- Tenable
- PICUS
- Sophos
- Virsec
- Intune
- Manage Engine
- BMC Remedy
- Vulnerability management
- Malware protection
- Team collaboration
- Data loss prevention
- Disaster recovery planning
- Endpoint protection platforms
- Security operations center
- Cloud security
- Risk assessment
- Threat detection
- Network monitoring
- Endpoint security
- Incident response
- Breach and Attack Simulation
Certification
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, AZ-900
- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals, SC-900
- Zscaler Zero Trust CyberAssociate
Timeline
Cyber Security Specialist
Zclus india PVT LTD
08.2024 - 05.2025
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst
Doyen Info solutions PVT LTD.
10.2022 - 08.2024
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst
Net Connect PVT LTD.
08.2021 - 10.2022
Zscaler Administrator
IMSI India PVT LTD.
04.2019 - 08.2021
Zscaler Administrator
Impact InfoTech Pvt Ltd.
09.2018 - 03.2019
Diploma - IT
Mumbai University
SSC -
Pune University
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