Velmurugan Velmurugan

Senior Security Analyst

Chennai, India

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About

Analytical and detail-oriented Senior Security Analyst with expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, Seceon, Azure Sentinel), SOAR (Seceon, Google Chronicle) and EDR solutions (Sophos Central, CrowdStrike, Windows Defender). Skilled in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. Experienced in monitoring security events, conducting real-time analysis, and responding to threats in SOC environments. Proficient in penetration testing (Nessus, Rapid7), forensic investigations, and integrating security solutions (Firewalls, EDR, Email Security, MDM) with SIEM platforms. A collaborative team player with a proven track record in mitigating risks and driving secure business growth.

Skills & Expertise (8)

Critical thinking Collaborative Leadership Incident Response Threat Hunting LINUX Network Security Python

Work Experience

Security Analyst [MSSP]

Laya Tech

04-2024 - Present

I monitored security events and conducted real-time analysis to swiftly identify and respond to potential threats. I played a key role in forensic investigations and incident triage, preparing detailed reports that contributed to post-incident analysis and the development of actionable recommendations. Additionally, I collaborated on policy upgrades and corrective actions to prevent future security breaches and enhance the organization’s overall security posture. Leveraging SIEM and SOAR tools, I worked within an incident response framework to automate and streamline response processes, which significantly improved operational efficiency and the effectiveness of threat mitigation.

Cybersecurity Intern

VIEH Group

03-2023 - 05-2023

Assisted in conducting web application penetration testing and vulnerability assessments using tools like Kali Linux, Burp Suite, and OWASP ZAP. Performed penetration tests on networks and systems, identifying and recommending remediation for security weaknesses. Gained hands-on experience with web security best practices, including secure coding and vulnerability management.