About
Security Analyst with 4+ years of experience in enterprise cybersecurity operations, incident response, and SIEM administration. Strong expertise in threat detection, vulnerability management, malware analysis, and cloud security across on-prem and Azure environments. Hands-on experience with Splunk, QRadar, CrowdStrike Falcon, Tenable, and Symantec DLP. Proven ability to reduce security risks, respond to incidents efficiently, and align security controls with NIST and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks. Effective collaborator with cross-functional teams to strengthen organizational security posture.
Skills & Expertise (13)
Work Experience
Security Analyst
Cognizant
Aug 2021 - Present
Monitored and analyzed security alerts using Splunk Cloud and QRadar, triaging incidents and escalating based on severity. Conducted incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery during security events. Investigated phishing attacks, malware infections, and unauthorized access attempts, improving incident handling efficiency. Performed malware analysis and incident triage, significantly reducing mean time to respond (MTTR). Managed EDR/XDR investigations using CrowdStrike Falcon, blocking malicious activity and preventing recurrence. Administered Symantec DLP, monitoring sensitive data movement and enforcing data protection policies. Executed vulnerability assessments using Tenable/Nessus and coordinated remediation with IT and infrastructure teams. Implemented and maintained Azure security controls, including IAM, policies, and Microsoft Defender/Security Center alerts. Integrated threat intelligence feeds to enhance detection and response capabilities. Developed security SOPs and incident response playbooks aligned with organizational and client requirements. Supported security audits and compliance initiatives, strengthening client trust and regulatory adherence. Contributed to business continuity planning, identifying risks and supporting backup and recovery strategies. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify security gaps and implement mitigation strategies.
Education
B.Sc. Computer Science - SPACES Degree College
- 2021 · Afghanistan
Intermediate (MPC) - Sri Prakash Junior College
- 2017 · Afghanistan
SSC - Z.P. High School
- 2015 · Afghanistan