Kartikeya Sharma

About Kartikeya Sharma

With a Master\'s degree in Computer and Information Systems Security from Florida Institute of Technology and multiple certifications in ethical hacking, Azure, and Splunk, I am a security engineer with a passion for protecting data and assets from cyber threats and risks. I currently work at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where I apply my security mindset and skills in real-life scenarios, testing and improving IT security controls for the cloud infrastructure.Previously, I was a senior cybersecurity consultant at EY, where I developed and integrated cyber metrics programs for clients across various industries. I also worked with Microsoft\'s Azure Security Compliance Program and Customer Trust Enablement Team, helping their customers achieve assurance in Azure\'s overall security program. Before that, I performed client assessments on various topics, such as PCI-DSS compliance, network security, DevSecOps processes and controls, Azure and O365 maturity transformation, and MAC OS security, as a senior technology consultant at Focal Point Data Risk.I value collaboration, innovation, and quality in my work, and I aim to deliver solutions that meet the highest standards of excellence and trust. I am always eager to learn new skills and technologies, and to share my knowledge and experience with others. I am also an active member of ISACA and other professional organizations, where I keep myself updated with the current trends in the cybersecurity industry.

Experience

1. Security Engineer

   Amazon

   Apr 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   AWS Infrastructure Security

Education

• G.D Goenka World School

  Diploma in International Baccalaureate, Computer Science

  2011 — 2013

• Florida Institute of Technology

  Master's degree, Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance

  2017 — 2019

• Florida Institute of Technology

  Bachelor's Degree, Computer Engineering

  2013 — 2017