Smitesh Khot
SOC Analyst or Cybersecurity Analyst
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Cybersecurity-focused QA Engineer with hands-on experience in software testing, vulnerability identification, and defect analysis. Strong understanding of network security, web application vulnerabilities, and security monitoring with practical exposure to log analysis and threat detection. Seeking a SOC Analyst or Cybersecurity Analyst role to support threat monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management in enterprise environments.
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Work Experience
QA Test Engineer
GlobalStep
Jul 2025 - Feb 2026
Executed 100+ functional and security-focused test cases to identify application vulnerabilities, software defects, and performance issues. Detected and documented 40+ bugs and security weaknesses, improving software reliability and reducing deployment risks. Conducted defect analysis and log inspection to identify root causes of application failures. Collaborated with developers and QA teams to validate fixes and reduce defect resolution time by 20%. Contributed to improving QA processes and automation efforts, increasing testing efficiency and coverage.
Education
B.Tech: Computer Science & Engineering - MIT ADT - School of Engineering, Pune
- 2024 · Afghanistan
Diploma: Computer Science & Engineering - Sanjay Ghodawat Polytechnic, Kolhapur
- 2021 · Afghanistan
10th - Sinhgad City School, Pune
- 2016 · Afghanistan
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