Abhishek Naik
Threat Analyst Ii, Managed Detection and Response (Mdr) @Sophos
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WORK HISTORY
Threat Analyst Ii, Managed Detection and Response (Mdr) @Sophos
Dallas, TX, US
EDUCATION
University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Information Technology
New York Institute of Technology
Master of Science - MS, Cybersecurity (Information, Network & Computer Security)
ABOUT ABHISHEK NAIK
Diligent and detail-oriented Cyber Defense Analyst with over 3+ years of hands-on experience, showcasing expertise in leading SOC and Incident Response (IR) management. Recognized for conducting meticulous analyses to address intricate security incidents and consistently delivering valuable insights into security events. Demonstrated track record of implementing effective remediation strategies and enhancing incident response protocols. Eager to leverage established leadership skills, analytical prowess, and an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic cybersecurity environment.In my current role as an MDR Threat Analyst II at Sophos, I lead proactive investigations and conduct in-depth analysis of logs and security events using Sophos tooling, swiftly identifying and mitigating cyber threats within diverse customer environments to ensure robust protection and minimal business disruption. I effectively communicate findings to both technical and executive stakeholders, driving continuous improvement through actionable recommendations.In my previous role as a Cyber Security Analyst at Verizon, I led the administration of SOC infrastructure and oversaw junior analysts for internal organizational support. I monitored, researched, analyzed, and resolved complex security incidents in real time and fulfilled short-notice ad-hoc customer requests with limited supervision. I handled over 2.5k alerts and served as a lead escalation point for more than 60 critical/high-severity incidents, achieving a 100% SLA for top Fortune 500 customers.I hold a Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from the New York Institute of Technology, where I also worked as a Graduate Assistant and Alumni Relations Assistant. I have multiple certifications, publications, and awards in the field of cybersecurity, including the CompTIA Security+ SY0-601, Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA): Security Fundamentals, the Cybersecurity Graduate Achievement Award, and the Top Paper Presentation Award. I have proven expertise in delivering effective remediation strategies and enhancing incident response protocols using tools such as Splunk ES, Azure Sentinel, and CrowdStrike.
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