Pooja Bandla

Graduate student in Information and Cyber Security with hands-on experience in managing network systems, supporting SOC operations, and maintaining cloud environments. Proficient in documenting network changes, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and securing infrastructure across on-prem and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Strong technical and communication skills with a desire to grow in a dynamic IT/cloud environment.

➔ Certifications: Microsoft SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-900, AZ-500, AZ-900, CompTIA Security+, A+
➔ Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/VLAN, VPN, Cisco Router & Switches, PfSense, Firewall, IDS/IPS
➔ Systems: Windows Server, Active Directory, Unix/Linux, AWS, Azure, GCP
➔ Tools: Microsoft Defender Suite, Sentinel, Splunk, Wireshark, OWASP ZAP, Nessus, Terraform
➔ Languages: Python, PowerShell, Bash

• Microsoft SC-100
• SC-200
• SC-300
• SC-900
• AZ-500
• AZ-900
• CompTIA Security+
• A+

Tier Secure Architecture on Azure with Terraform & Security Automation, Deployed secure 3-tier architecture with reusable Terraform modules., Integrated CI/CD security scanning tools (Checkov, tfsec) in Azure DevOps., Implemented Zero Trust and CSPM (Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policies)., Used Sentinel and Logic Apps for automated threat detection and response. Open Threat Research for a Small Business Network – Hightechlab.com, Designed a virtualized small business network with IAM controls and PfSense routers., Simulated attacks and defenses using Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Burp Suite., Enforced Group Policies and Windows Server IAM for centralized access control., Created documentation for network layout, threats, and defense strategies.