Shruthi Ramesh
Eden Prairie,MN
Summary
Seasoned Cybersecurity Analyst with comprehensive background in threat detection, network security protocols and risk assessment. Strengths include vulnerability testing, securing information systems, and developing effective cybersecurity strategies to enhance organizational cyber infrastructure. Demonstrated success in establishing robust security measures that safeguard critical data while ensuring regulatory compliance. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cybersecurity Analyst
DB Global Solutions Contract
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Provide ISO 27001 and PCI DSS consulting services to clients across various industries, ensuring regulatory compliance and industry best practices
- Communicate security risks and compliance status to leadership
- Conduct comprehensive technical reviews, ongoing gap assessments, and continuous risk assessments for clients, leveraging internationally recognized standards such as ISO, to identify vulnerabilities and improve security posture
- Collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to align security efforts
- Implement the latest frameworks and solutions, including SIEM, DLP, and Audit Tools, to automate clients' internal security posture.
Platform Operation Specialist (POS)
ZeroFOX
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Performed vulnerability scans and penetration testing of the corporate network to identify any potential security risks.
- Configured and maintained firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks.
- Analyzed system logs from various sources including routers, switches, servers, and applications to identify suspicious activities or patterns.
- Managed authentication services such as LDAP, Active Directory, Kerberos for user access control.
- Investigated incidents of unauthorized access attempts or data breaches in order to determine their origin and scope.
- Assisted with incident response processes by providing technical support during investigations into suspected security threats.
- Evaluated existing hardware devices against industry standards in order to ensure optimal performance levels.
- Developed scripts for automating routine tasks related to network security administration.
- Monitored network traffic using packet sniffing tools such as Wireshark to detect malicious activity.
- Conducted periodic reviews of user accounts and privileges within the organization's directory structure.
- Developed security policies and procedures for network infrastructure to ensure organizational compliance.
- Planned, engineered, and supported data center technology to provide protected and safe data storage.
- Implemented software tools to assist in threat detection, prevention and analysis.
- Conducted penetration tests to uncover security system weaknesses.
- Monitored systems for indications of threats, security breaches or intrusions.
- Directed vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems.
- Evaluated performance indicators to assess security control quality.
- Maintained documentation of security and disaster recovery policies and procedures.
- Provided technical support related to security product installation and use.
- Performed regular backups of critical data stored on the corporate network in accordance with established guidelines.
Network Security Analyst
Gurutwa Infotech Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 05.2020
- Configured IPS and IDS systems to detect malicious activities in real-time.
- Conducted vulnerability assessments using various tools such as Nessus, Nmap, Metasploit.
- Identified weak points in the existing IT infrastructure that could be exploited by attackers.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on firewalls, routers and other network devices to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activity and identified security threats.
- Investigated cyber-attacks by analyzing log files and identifying malicious activities.
- Assisted in the development of disaster recovery plans in case of a breach.
- Implemented encryption protocols such as SSL and TLS for secure communication between systems.
- Provided technical guidance on the implementation of new security measures.
- Developed user access control policies according to organizational requirements.
- Evaluated third-party products for compatibility with existing infrastructure.
- Performed system audits to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Assisted in developing disaster recovery plans for the organization's IT infrastructure.
Education
Masters in ITM with Cybersecurity Concentration -
Belhaven University
MS, United StatesBachelors in Computer Applications -
Noble School of Business
Bangalore, IndiaSkills
- Firewall configuration
- Incident Response
- Network Security Management
- Scripting Languages
- Reverse engineering
- Firewall Installation
- Patch management
- Disaster Recovery
- Access Control
- Cybersecurity frameworks
- Network Security
- Intrusion Detection
- Risk Assessment
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Security Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Managing security breaches
- Reporting and documentation
- Excellent Communication
- Data Security
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision-Making
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst
DB Global Solutions Contract
03.2023 - 12.2023
Platform Operation Specialist (POS)
ZeroFOX
06.2020 - 03.2023
Network Security Analyst
Gurutwa Infotech Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 05.2020
Masters in ITM with Cybersecurity Concentration -
Belhaven University
Bachelors in Computer Applications -
Noble School of Business
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