Your Name
Chennai,chennai
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Cybersecurity Leader with over 15 years of progressive experience in managing global security operations, incident response, threat intelligence, and cloud security strategy. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, implementing enterprise-grade security frameworks, and driving innovation across AWS and Azure environments. Adept at aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives, enhancing organizational security posture, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Seeking a strategic leadership role to leverage deep technical expertise and business acumen in advancing cloud security and resilience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sr.Cyber Response Manager
GE Oil & Gas
Banglore
08.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the strategic development and execution of cloud security initiatives across AWS and Azure, aligning with enterprise risk and compliance goals.
- Designed and implemented an automated incident response framework for AWS environments to ensure continuous audit readiness and regulatory compliance
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Led cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of cloud-native security solutions, including CSPM, CWPP, and IAM integrations, enhancing threat visibility and response.
- Defined product requirements and roadmaps for internal security tooling, leveraging frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and NIST to guide development.
- Conducted Build/Buy/Partner evaluations to optimize security capabilities and reduce time-to-market for new features.
- Collaborated with engineering and DevSecOps teams to streamline onboarding workflows and improve user experience for internal security platforms.
- Delivered measurable improvements in incident response times and threat detection accuracy through automation and advanced analytics using Splunk, QRadar, and Cortex XSOAR.
- Supported technical sales and stakeholder engagements by articulating product capabilities, competitive differentiators, and ROI.
Cyber Security Manager
GE Digital
Banglore
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Led a global team of cybersecurity experts in managing end-to-end cloud security operations, including incident response, threat management, and vulnerability assessments across AWS and Azure environments.
- Developed and maintained security playbooks and dashboards in Palo Alto XSOAR, significantly improving operational efficiency, response consistency, and audit readiness.
- Implemented robust security controls and governance frameworks aligned with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and CIS benchmarks, enhancing cloud-native security posture and regulatory compliance.
- Partnered with product and engineering teams to embed security into cloud-native applications, contributing to CNAPP-aligned architecture and secure DevOps practices.
- Utilized advanced threat intelligence and forensic tools to proactively detect, analyze, and mitigate threats, reducing incident resolution time and improving overall security posture.
- Created and maintained enterprise risk registers, conducted comprehensive risk assessments, and influenced product security roadmaps and strategic decisions.
- Developed and enforced IT security policies and compliance documentation, reducing organizational exposure to cyber threats and ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by developing and enforcing comprehensive security policies and procedures.
- Streamlined patch management processes, ensuring timely deployment of critical security updates.
Security Team Lead
Cognizant
Chennai
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Led a global team of 26 cybersecurity analysts, overseeing incident response operations and ensuring timely resolution of security incidents across multiple client environments.
- Acted as the Incident Commander for all Severity 1 incidents, coordinating cross-functional response efforts and minimizing business impact.
Developed and executed advanced incident response strategies, proactively addressing evolving cyber threats and enhancing organizational resilience. - Utilized SIEM platforms such as Splunk and ArcSight to conduct in-depth security analysis, threat detection, and forensic investigations.
- Implemented advanced surveillance and monitoring technologies, significantly improving situational awareness and threat visibility.
- Conducted regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses, leading to a measurable reduction in security incidents and improved compliance posture.
- Compiled and presented weekly operational metrics to clients, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous service improvement..
Security Engineer L3
IBM India Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Oversaw security operations and incident response across multiple client environments, leveraging SIEM platforms such as Splunk and ArcSight to detect, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats in real time.
- Established and continuously refined security configurations and response protocols, enhancing threat detection accuracy and reducing incident response times.
- Led comprehensive incident investigations and forensic analyses, identifying root causes, mitigating vulnerabilities, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture and align operational practices with evolving threat landscapes.
Security Analyst L1&L2
DXC Technology
Chennai
02.2014 - 05.2019
- Performed advanced security analysis and incident management using SIEM tools like Splunk and ArcSight.
- Performed threat hunting and analysis to detect and neutralize potential security threats in client environments. Worked in tandem with interdisciplinary teams to strengthen security protocols and response strategies.
Security Analyst
Infologia Technology
03.2011 - 01.2014
- Monitored and responded to security incidents, ensuring that all security threats were mitigated and appropriate countermeasures were taken.
- Analyzed network traffic to identify malicious activity, such as malware, phishing, and other cyber threats.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Alagappa University
Karaikudi 06.2019 - 10.2021
BE - Mechanical
Hindistan College Of Engineering
Chennai, India 08.2003 - 06.2007
Skills
Splunk
Malware Analysis
Cortex Xsoar
Qualys
CrowdStrike
AWS Security
Incident Response
Threat Hunting
MCAS
SAA
Splunk SOAR
Anomaly
Cardinal OPS
Azure Security
CASB
Google SECOPS
Python
SPL
KQL
Team leadership
Operations management
Strategic planning
Decision-making
Time management
Performance management
Certification
CIPM 2024 Certified, 000565091
Timeline
Sr.Cyber Response Manager
GE Oil & Gas
08.2023 - Current
Cyber Security Manager
GE Digital
10.2021 - 08.2023
Security Team Lead
Cognizant
12.2020 - 10.2021
MBA - Project Management
Alagappa University
06.2019 - 10.2021
Security Engineer L3
IBM India Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 07.2020
Security Analyst L1&L2
DXC Technology
02.2014 - 05.2019
Security Analyst
Infologia Technology
03.2011 - 01.2014
BE - Mechanical
Hindistan College Of Engineering
08.2003 - 06.2007
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