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Hi, I am Ayush — a Cybersecurity Professional with 2.5+ years of hands-on experience working in Security Operations Centre (SOC) environments. I specialize in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring using tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR. My expertise includes vulnerability management with Nessus, email security via Mimecast, and threat intelligence analysis using Recorded Future, enabling me to investigate alerts efficiently and strengthen organizational security posture.
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Cyber Security Analyst
Coforge
Mar 2023 - Present
Monitored security alerts in Microsoft Sentinel, performed initial triage and log review, escalated incidents to L2 when needed, and supported SIEM tuning by reporting false positives and recurring alert patterns to the engineering team. Used Microsoft Defender XDR to review endpoint alerts, verify device health, check file reputation, and take basic actions like device isolation requests or user follow-up. Performed vulnerability scans using Nessus and shared remediation requirements with the respective teams, while tracking progress via Service Now. Reviewed and triaged email alerts in Mimecast, checking suspicious emails, URLs, and attachments using Virus Total, Ulsan, and ANY.RUN. Used Recorded Future to monitor domain-abuse alerts, track brand-protection risks, and collect IOCs to support quick alert investigation. Prepared SOPs and process documentation to streamline daily SOC operations and ensure consistent investigation standards. Provided Knowledge Transfer (KT) sessions to new joiners, helping them understand tools, processes, and investigation workflows. Handled shift-lead responsibilities, overseeing alert distribution, guiding team members, and ensuring smooth shift operations. Created and managed monthly/weekly shift rosters, ensuring proper coverage for 24×7 SOC operations and coordinating shift swaps when required.
Education
Master of Computer Applications - GLA University
2023 - 2025 · Afghanistan
Bachelor of Computer Applications - Babu Banarasi Das University
2020 - 2023 · Afghanistan
Certifications
MIMECAST
· 2024
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