
Timeline
About me
Security Consultant | CISM | ISO 27001 LA | CC | AWS | PCNSE
Education
Govt polytechnic college ,meppadi
2003 - 2006Diploma in computer hardware maintenance computer systems networking and telecommunications first classRec gvhss chathamangalam
2001 - 2003Plus two science second classGovt higher secondary school - payambra
1991 - 2001Sslc general subject first classBharathiar university
2014 - 2022Bachelor of science - bs computer science third class
Experience
Inspirisys solutions limited (formerly accel frontline limited)
Jul 2006 - Apr 2018Customer support engineerExtensive experience managing diverse datacenter environments (Solaris, Windows, Linux) with expertise in virtualization (VMware, Solaris Zones), backup/recovery (Veritas NetBackup, Veeam, Commvault, NetVault, Tivoli), and network security (Cisco ASA, Fortinet, Juniper).Successfully migrated datacenters and implemented security solutions such as Trend Micro Deep Security HIPS and Thales Luna SA HSM.Proficient in supporting various operating systems and providing technical assistance for servers, storage, and networks.Managed Active Directory for over 10,000 users in the BFSI sector, demonstrating expertise in large-scale identity and access management. Show less
Banihal technologies llp
May 2018 - Jan 2020Information technology consultantSpearheaded security and business continuity for 6 critical projects, ensuring uninterrupted operations and minimizing downtime.Deployed and optimized Palo Alto firewalls and ClearPass network access control for robust network security.Contributed to SOC operations, ISO 27001 implementation, and PCI DSS certification efforts, strengthening overall security posture.Implemented and configured network security solutions, including firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet) and log management platforms (Fortianalyzer, Wazuh, Splunk) for diverse organizations.Implimented four Aruba Edge Connect SD-WAN Solutions in Banking and Retail Sector. Show less
Ul technology solutions pvt ltd
Feb 2020 - nowLed a high-performing 10-member AppSec, NetworkSec, and Cloud Security team.ISO 27001 Auditor with experience in audits, ISMS implementation, compliance, and risk assessment.Led threat modeling, SAST, DAST, and PT initiatives.Automated SAST/DAST scans in AWS CI/CD pipeline.Conducted cloud security assessments, identifying and remediating vulnerabilities.Reduced false positives in vulnerability reports, streamlined remediation.Mentored developers on fixing AppSec vulnerabilities.Provided concise, actionable security reports to stakeholders Show less Conducted comprehensive network VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing) to identify and remediate security weaknesses in network infrastructure and configurations.Implemented and managed Wazuh SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats in real time.Deployed and configured Infection Monkey, a breach and attack simulation tool, to proactively identify vulnerabilities and assess the effectiveness of security controls in production environments.Experienced with various penetration testing tools like, Nmap, Nikto, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Nessus, Zed Attack Proxy, SQLmap, WPScan, Acunetix, and more. Show less
Senior Analyst -Cyber Security
Feb 2021 - nowCyber Security Analyst
Feb 2020 - Feb 2021
Licenses & Certifications
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Comptia security+ (sy0-501) cert prep: 5 risk management
LinkedinJul 2020 - View certificate
Certified information security manager® (cism)
IsacaJun 2022 Scsa sa1
Sun microsystems- View certificate
Comptia security+ (sy0-501) cert prep: 3 architecture and design
LinkedinJun 2020 - View certificate
Comptia security+ (sy0-501) cert prep: 1 threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities
LinkedinMay 2020 Palo alto networks accredited systems engineer (pse)
Palo alto networksOct 2018- View certificate
Learning cyber incident response and digital forensics
LinkedinJun 2020 - View certificate
Aws certified security – specialty
Amazon web services (aws)Oct 2023 Iso 27001 lead auditor
Tüv südMay 2024Silver peak sdwan expert certification (spsx)
Silver peakOct 2021- View certificate
Palo alto networks certified network security engineer (pcnse)
Palo alto networksMay 2020 Fortinet network security expert level 1: certified associate
FortinetOct 2020- View certificate
Comptia security+ (sy0-501) cert prep: 6 cryptography
LinkedinJul 2020 - View certificate
Cert prep: comptia security+ exam (sy0-501): the basics
LinkedinMay 2020 Silver peak sd-wan professional (spsp)
Silver peakMay 2021Fortinet network security expert level 2: certified associate
FortinetOct 2020- View certificate
Certified in cybersecurity (cc)
Isc2Sept 2023 - View certificate
Comptia security+ (sy0-501) cert prep: 4 identity and access management
LinkedinJun 2020 - View certificate
Comptia security+ (sy0-501) cert prep: 2 technologies and tools
LinkedinJun 2020 Fortinet network security expert level 3: certified associate
FortinetOct 2020
Volunteer Experience
Member
Issued by OWASP Foundation on Jul 2020Associated with Praveen C
Security Professional
Issued by ISACA on Mar 2022Associated with Praveen C
Volunteer
Issued by Cloud Security Alliance on Mar 2022Associated with Praveen C
Member
Issued by ISC2 on Oct 2023Associated with Praveen C
Member
Issued by CyberFrat on Dec 2023Associated with Praveen C
Student
Issued by EC-Council on Jan 2024Associated with Praveen C
Student
Issued by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham on Jan 2024Associated with Praveen C
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