Shaikh (Ahmed) M.

Freelancer SOC Analyst

Daregaon, India

Experience

Aug 2023 - Present
2 years 5 months

Freelancer SOC Analyst

Healthcare Client

  • Utilized SIEM tools to monitor and analyze security events, ensuring rapid detection of anomalies and potential threats.
  • Leveraged CrowdStrike Falcon and Microsoft Defender ATP for live response, threat containment, and rapid remediation.
  • Employed ThreatConnect and Anomali to analyze logs from Firewalls, EDR, and NDR solutions, proactively identifying malicious activities.
Jun 2021 - Aug 2023
2 years 3 months
Hybrid

Cybersecurity Defense Analyst

KPMG India

  • Managed end-to-end SOC processes, including threat detection, triage, and escalation of incidents in a multi-cloud and hybrid environment.
  • Performed malware analysis and digital forensics to support threat containment and recovery.
  • Developed and executed incident response playbooks, enhancing efficiency by automating repetitive tasks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop compliance policies, resulting in a 15% increase in audit readiness.
  • Presented security findings to management and led incident briefings, ensuring effective communication during incidents.
  • Mentored junior analysts, supporting their development and promoting best practices.
Mar 2021 - Jun 2021
4 months

Cybersecurity Engineer

Netrix

  • Actively monitored security events using Splunk and QRadar, maintaining a strong security posture.
  • Analyzed security logs and network traffic to identify malicious behavior, escalating high-severity incidents to the SOC team for immediate response.
  • Collaborated with incident response teams to support threat investigations, including initial detection, containment, and remediation activities.
  • Generated detailed security reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, analysing trends and identifying potential security breaches.
Dec 2018 - Feb 2021
2 years 3 months

Information Security Associate

Capgemini India

  • Managed continuous monitoring, threat detection, and incident response using industry-standard SIEM tools.
  • Implemented mitigation strategies, leading to a 10% reduction in repeated security incidents.
  • Created custom correlation rules and dashboards, enhancing SOC capabilities and threat detection precision.
  • Worked with teams to align security practices with regulatory standards, ensuring compliance and reducing audit findings.
  • Delivered training sessions that improved employee phishing awareness and incident reporting by 30%.
Jan 2017 - Nov 2018
1 year 11 months

Network Security Analyst

Technokraft Training & Solutions

  • Configured and managed Palo Alto Networks firewalls to protect against cyber threats and secure network traffic.
  • Utilized log analysis and threat intelligence to detect and respond to security incidents effectively.
  • Implemented network security best practices, including secure configurations, access controls, and encryption protocols.
  • Secured network environments through rigorous access controls, encryption, and security protocols.
  • Developed SOPs for incident handling, leading to a more structured and efficient threat management process.
  • Participated in SOC drills and contributed to refining incident response strategies.
May 2012 - May 2015
3 years 1 month
Nashik, India
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KK Wagh Polytechnic College

Polytechnic Engineering in Information Technology

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven SOC analyst with experience in cybersecurity, specializing in 24/7 security monitoring, threat hunting, detection, and incident response within SOC environments. Demonstrated ability to leverage advanced tools and conduct thorough security analyses to maintain enterprise security posture and mitigate emerging threats.

Beyond technical expertise, I possess excellent communication and people management skills, effectively conveying complex security findings to diverse audiences.

Languages

English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2012 - Jun 2015

KK Wagh Polytechnic College

Polytechnic Engineering in Information Technology · Nashik, India

Certifications & licenses

Certified Ethical Hacker

Certified Splunk 7 Fundamentals 1

Certified Splunk 7 Fundamentals 2

IBM Certified Admin Qradar SIEM

Red Hat Certified System Administrator

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