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SRINIJA KOLAPALLI

St Louis,MO

Summary

Accomplished Security Engineer with over 2 years of experience at Dhanyaayai Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., enhancing system defenses and mitigating threats. Expert in deploying industry-leading solutions such as CrowdStrike and Palo Alto, with proficiency in Splunk for comprehensive log analysis. Proven track record in executing strategic vulnerability assessments and driving significant improvements in security posture through cross-functional teamwork and adherence to regulatory frameworks. Currently pursuing an MS in Cyber Security Operations at Webster University, further expanding expertise in advanced security strategies.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Engineer

Dhanyaayai Enterprises Pvt. Ltd
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Configured tools from vendors like CrowdStrike and Palo Alto to fortify the organization’s security infrastructure.
  • Utilized Splunk for in-depth log monitoring to identify vulnerabilities and improve system defense mechanisms.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to create robust security frameworks, aligned with industry best practices.
  • Established guidelines to mitigate malware threats and prevent unauthorized access across systems.
  • Authored knowledge base articles and technical guides to streamline internal processes, and ensure consistent security practices.

Security Analyst

BSIT Software Services
Hyderabad, India
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Continuously monitor network traffic and system logs to detect suspicious activities or anomalies that could indicate a security breach.
  • Support incident response efforts by investigating security incidents, identifying the root causes, and coordinating remediation actions to minimize impact.
  • Regularly conduct vulnerability scans and risk assessments, analyze the results, and recommend patches or configuration changes to reduce security risks.
  • Help develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices, ensuring the organization meets regulatory compliance and internal security requirements.
  • Prepare detailed reports on security incidents, system vulnerabilities, and overall risk posture, and communicate findings to stakeholders, along with actionable recommendations.

Education

Master of Science - Cybersecurity Operations

Webster University
St. Louis, MO
12.2025

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Hyderabad, India
07.2021

Skills

Security Solutions: Experience with endpoint security tools (eg, CrowdStrike) and next-gen firewalls (eg, Palo Alto)

SIEM & Log Analysis: Proficient in using Splunk for log monitoring, threat detection, and incident response

Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing: Conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and remediation planning

Network & System Security: Strong grasp of securing network architectures, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and critical infrastructure

Scripting & Automation: Familiarity with Python, Bash scripting, or similar for automating security tasks

Regulatory & Framework Knowledge: Understanding of industry standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR)

Cloud Security Basics: Exposure to securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or similar)

Timeline

Security Engineer

Dhanyaayai Enterprises Pvt. Ltd
01.2023 - 12.2023

Security Analyst

BSIT Software Services
08.2021 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Cybersecurity Operations

Webster University

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

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