Prerna Agarwal
Cybersecurity professional
About
Cybersecurity professional with hands-on SOC experience in threat monitoring, incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management for a critical government client at Infosys. Skilled in security operations, incident investigation, IAM/PAM, and cybersecurity compliance, with a strong technical foundation in Java and full-stack development. Seeking cybersecurity roles focused on strengthening security posture, resilience, and risk management.
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Work Experience
SOC Analyst, Systems Engineer
Infosys Limited
Jan 2026 - Present
Perform real-time SIEM monitoring using RSA NetWitness and conduct Threat Hunting with Checkpoint Harmony EDR, developing 10+ custom correlation rules, triaging 50+ alerts weekly, and supporting Incident Response. Manage Vulnerability Management using Rapid7, including vulnerability assessments, security scans, CIS Level 1/2 checks, and remediation. Track CERT-In advisories and coordinate patching, contributing to a 35% reduction in open CVEs. Execute VAPT, SAST/DAST assessments, and secure code reviews to identify and remediate application and infrastructure vulnerabilities across the pre- and post-deployment lifecycle. Administer IAM (eMudhra) and PAM (Arcon) for 1,000+ users, managing provisioning, least privilege, access reconciliation, and periodic access reviews. Monitor database activity using IBM DAM and manage security incidents through ServiceNow, supporting audit validation, cybersecurity compliance, and SLA adherence.
Systems Engineer Trainee – Cybersecurity Stream
Infosys Limited
Aug 2025 - Dec 2025
Achieved 81% overall in a 5-month Java/DBMS and Cybersecurity program, earning High Performer recognition among 1,000+ trainees. Trained in SOC Operations, Network Security, Cryptography, GRC, Ethical Hacking, OWASP Top 10, and IAM. Completed 15+ hands-on labs using Kali Linux, Splunk, RSA NetWitness, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Wireshark, including simulated SOC scenarios and a capstone CTF covering reconnaissance, exploitation, and privilege escalation.
Apprenticeship
Wipro TalentNext
May 2024 - Sep 2024
Completed Wipro TalentNext’s Java Full Stack course under the Digital Skills Readiness Program, achieving 94% in Milestone 1. Gained hands-on experience in Java/J2EE, Core Java, OOP, RDBMS, and JDBC through project-based learning.
Vocational Trainee
Tata Steel, SNTI
Nov 2023 - Dec 2023
Developed an interactive Tableau dashboard for Tata Steel’s inland logistics pipeline, transforming proprietary data into actionable visualizations. Collaborated on dashboard design, configuration, and peer reviews to align reporting with business requirements and improve reporting efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology - Haldia Institute of Technology
2021 - 2025 · Afghanistan
Senior Secondary (Class XII) - Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s
2020 - 2021 · Afghanistan
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