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SAMRUDDHI SALI

Chicago,USA

Summary

Experienced cybersecurity professional with extensive expertise in infrastructure, network, and cloud security. Demonstrated competencies in basic and advanced cyber security technologies and concepts. Remain abreast of emerging threat patterns that may impact vendors and stakeholders. Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationship with customer, utilizing strong Oral and Written communication skills. Seeking opportunities to contribute the diverse skill set within a dynamic professional environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior System Engineer

Infosys
11.2019 - 08.2022
  • Elevated cybersecurity posture by promptly identifying and resolving critical incidents as a Security Operation Center Analyst, leveraging expertise in monitoring breaches, mitigation and remediation of tasks and security alerts
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of security logs, resulting in the creation of insightful reports, documenting analytical steps and findings associated with security event investigations
  • Orchestrated a customer-service role as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the Infrastructure and Cloud Security Department, successfully collaborating with a prominent US-based financial company
  • Addressed intricate security needs by creating ACLs in Palo Alto firewall, proposed tailored solutions, significantly enhancing client satisfaction by ensuring CIS compliance in Prisma Palo Alto cloud
  • Pioneered incident response activities, performing RCA
  • Reviewed and updated existing policies, guidelines and procedures associated with vendor compromise incidents
  • Mitigated escalated incidents through strategic engagement in meetings with product vendors, ensuring timely resolutions and minimizing potential risks against evolving threats
  • Achieved promotion to Senior System Engineer, propelled by unwavering dedication and exceptional performance, attesting to a track record of hard work and commitment for critical initiatives in cybersecurity
  • Knowledgeably led cross-functional collaboration with SOC, Host Security, and Cloud Security and Application and Change Management teams, imparting expertise in security tools such as Palo Alto Firewall, Prisma Cloud, and Cortex XDR
  • Conducted impactful knowledge base sessions, enhancing the organization's overall cybersecurity competence and preparedness, demonstrating strong collaboration and coordination skills to manage through the various internal and external parties.

Education

B.E. Computer Engineering -

Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering
06.2024

M.S. Information Master of Science in Cyber Security -

DePaul University

Skills

  • Infrastructure and Network Security: Palo Alto Next Generation Firewall, IDS/IPS, network access controls
  • Cloud Security: AWS, Palo Alto Prisma
  • Host Security/ Endpoint Security: Palo Alto Cortex XDR, Endpoint Detection and Response
  • Incident Response, Risk Management, Information System Security, Microsoft Ofiice Products - Excel, Word, Outlook, Threat intelligence
  • Security Framework and Standards: NIST, ISO, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, and MacOS
  • Programming and scripting: Java, HTML, Python, C, MySQL, Database Management System, PowerShell
  • Vulnerability Management and Penetration Testing: Tenable Nessus Security, Nmap, Wireshark, Net witness Investigator, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Deep Security Manager, Symantec, Trend Micro Apex One
  • Ticketing Tool: ServiceNow, JIRA
  • Soft Skills: Excellent Communication, Integrity, Attention to Detail, Presentation, Time Management, Organizational, Ability to manage multiple priorities

Certification

  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), ISC2, 02/01/24
  • Python, Database Management System and Cyber Security, Infosys, 03/01/20
  • Applied Cyber Security Essentials, Purdue University, 03/01/20

Projects

Academic Research Paper on importance of PCI DSS V4.0 compliance in organization named 'Initek'., Researched on PCI DSS V4.0 for 'Initek' organization and what are the security frameworks, controls, software, risk ranking, and cybersecurity domains needed for same. Compared PCI DSS V4.0, Sabarnes Oxley and HIPAA. Comparing and Contrasting Security Controls, Compared 3 security controls COBIT, ISO and NIST along with their applications, advantages, and disadvantages.

Timeline

Senior System Engineer

Infosys
11.2019 - 08.2022

B.E. Computer Engineering -

Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering

M.S. Information Master of Science in Cyber Security -

DePaul University
SAMRUDDHI SALI