Lohit Gaddipati

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish and optimize AWS IAM processes, enhancing security and compliance which resulted in reduced vulnerabilities by almost 25% and enhanced data protection.
• Integrated Azure for federated SSO and MFA, fortifying access controls and reducing risk of unauthorized access.
• Designed and implemented seamless AWS IAM functions, ensuring efficient Azure integration and improved user experience.
• Implemented authentication and SSO protocols such as SAML, simplifying secure access.
• Supported development and enforcement of tailored security policies and standards based on business requirements.
• Implemented simplified authentication and SSO protocols while supporting development of customized security policies. This simplification improved user adoption and ensured compliance, strengthening organization's security posture.

Azure SSO Configuration

• Configured Single Sign-On (SSO) using SAML in Azure, streamlining user access to applications.
• Implemented Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) in Azure for enhanced security.

Microsoft Sentinel Implementation

• Configured Microsoft Sentinel to ingest data and detect threats.
• Created analytic rules, automation rules, and customized dashboards to enhance threat detection capabilities.

Vulnerability Assessment and Patching

• Created a website with vulnerabilities for SQL Injection and conducted comprehensive testing.
• Successfully identified vulnerabilities and implemented patches, enhancing website security.

Packet Capturing and Network Analysis

• - Executed comprehensive packet analysis using Wireshark, identifying complex attack vectors. Crafted strategic remediation recommendations, enhancing security and preventing future breaches.

Incident Investigation and Analysis for Brute Force Attack

• Led a critical incident investigation, meticulously analyzing a 14,000-line PowerShell log to swiftly pinpoint the attack source. This proactive analysis enabled rapid response and containment, minimizing potential damage and data loss.

Server Hardening and vulnerability management

• Championed server hardening and vulnerability management, significantly reducing potential breach exposure by 85%. This strategic intervention fortified defenses and enhanced data protection.

Identity Management using Active Directory

• Worked with Windows Active Directory and Azure AD to manage user identities and access controls.