Krupa hari
SOC Analyst / Information Security Engineer
About
Cybersecurity professional with 4.5+ years of experience in Security Operations Center (SOC) environments, specializing in SIEM monitoring, alert triage, incident management, and threat analysis. Experienced in IBM QRadar, Trustwave SIEM, McAfee SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, Websense, and vulnerability assessment tools including Nessus and Acunetix. Strong background in log correlation, SLA-driven ticket handling using BMC Remedy and HP Service Manager 7, and 24x7 remote security monitoring. Currently seeking a remote SOC Analyst / SIEM Monitoring role to contribute expertise in threat detection, security analytics, and enterprise security operations.
Skills & Expertise (29)
Work Experience
Planned career break
Career Break
Jan 2019 - Jan 2024
Planned career break due to personal health priorities and family responsibilities. Maintained continuous awareness of cybersecurity trends, SIEM advancements, and threat intelligence developments. Fully prepared to re-enter the workforce in a remote SOC Analyst / SIEM Monitoring position.
SOC Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Jan 2016 - Jan 2019
Conducted high-volume SIEM monitoring using IBM QRadar, performed log correlation, security event analysis, and anomaly detection across enterprise infrastructure. Executed alert triage, incident categorization, prioritization, and escalation through BMC Remedy and HP Service Manager 7 while ensuring SLA adherence. Investigated malware, spyware, phishing attempts, and digital property compromise incidents using IDS/IPS, firewall, and proxy log analysis. Managed 24x7 remote security operations, monitored IDS sensor health compliance, and generated periodic security dashboards and PowerPoint reports for stakeholders. Performed vulnerability assessments using Nessus and Acunetix, documented findings, and coordinated remediation tracking with network teams. Correlated logs from IDS, Firewall, Proxy, Windows Events, and Websense to identify potential system compromise and unauthorized access attempts.
IT Security L1 Engineer / Assistant Systems Engineer
CSS Corp Private Limited
Dec 2013 - Jan 2016
Configured and monitored SIEM, IPS, McAfee ePO, firewall, and Websense systems while analyzing Windows Events for threat indicators. Created and managed incident tickets including categorization, prioritization, re-opening of repeat alerts, and SLA tracking through Remedy and HP SM7. Developed custom RegEx patterns for anomaly detection and attack identification targeting digital properties and enterprise assets. Analyzed Virus, Malware, Spyware infections and performed containment procedures through endpoint security and McAfee ePO administration.
Education
B.Tech – Information Technology - Anand Institute of Higher Technology
- 2013 · Afghanistan
