Kishore Kadari
Cyber Security Engineer | SOC Analyst | SIEM | EDR | Threat Detection & Response Expert | Incident Response | Vulnerability Management | Email Security | Information Security
About
Results-driven Cybersecurity Engineer with 4.8 years of progressive experience in Security Operations, Threat Detection, Incident Response, and Vulnerability Management across diverse enterprise environments. Proficient in managing 24/7 SOC operations and enhancing security postures through real-time threat analysis using SIEM platforms like IBM QRadar, LogRhythm, and Azure Sentinel. Demonstrated expertise in mitigating phishing, malware, and endpoint threats using tools like Proofpoint, SentinelOne, CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender. Experienced in implementing SOAR automation via IBM Resilient, reducing incident response time and improving operational efficiency. Strong command of vulnerability scanning (Qualys, Nessus), DLP enforcement (Microsoft Purview, Forcepoint), and compliance readiness (ISO 27001). Adept at cross-functional collaboration, security awareness training, and aligning security strategies with business objectives. Holder of CEH and Qualys VMDR certifications, committed to continuous learning and cyber resilience.
Work Experience
Senior Engineer - SOC
Cambridge Technology Enterprises Ltd
March-2024 - August-2024
Managed 24/7 SOC operations, ensuring SLA compliance for incident triage and escalation. Analyzed real-time logs with LogRhythm SIEM, leading to a 30% reduction in false positives. Reduced phishing attack impact by 45% through prompt Proofpoint investigations and remediation. Strengthened endpoint defense using SentinelOne and enforced DLP policies via Microsoft Purview. Coordinated vulnerability assessments with Qualys VM and streamlined patch management cycles.
Senior Administrator - SOC
iSpace Software Solutions India Pvt. Ltd
June-2023 - February-2024
Led SOC daily health checks and audits across multiple clients to maintain ISO27001 readiness. Mitigated 50+ weekly incidents using Azure Sentinel and Microsoft Defender Suite. Conducted phishing simulations and awareness training for 100+ employees via Infosec IQ. Built remediation plans for Nessus-based vulnerability findings, improving patch compliance by 35%.
SOC Analyst
Lance Soft Engineering Pvt. Ltd
July-2019 - July-2022
Operated in a 24/7 SOC, analyzing alerts and initiating first-level response using QRadar and Azure Sentinel. Handled 300+ monthly incidents using ServiceNow, including malware infections and privilege misuse. Performed access audits with Azure AD and supported compliance with IT security policies. Participated in vulnerability scans with Qualys and coordinated with sysadmins for patch rollout.
Information Security Engineer
EnergyTech Global Pvt. Ltd
August-2022 - March-2023
Investigated log data using IBM QRadar and executed root cause analysis for persistent threats. Maintained endpoint security via CrowdStrike and coordinated system hardening activities. Documented 100+ vulnerabilities and tracked mitigation progress using custom dashboards.
Education
Master of Philosophy (CSSEIP)
2014 - 2016 · India
MA in Mass Communication & Journalism
2011 - 2013 · India
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering
2006 - 2010 · India
Certifications
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
ECCouncil · N/A
Certification Number: ECC6740231589
Vulnerability Management Detection and Response (VMDR)
Qualys · N/A
N/A
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
arcX · N/A
N/A
