Maulik Patel
Information Technology Security Operations Analyst @Domtar
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WORK HISTORY
Information Technology Security Operations Analyst @Domtar
Montreal, QC, CA
Led advanced phishing and business email compromise (BEC) mitigation strategies using ProofPoint and Abnormal Security. Strengthened domain protection through successful implementation of SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protocols- Managed CrowdStrike Falcon modules for endpoint protection, identity threat detection, and exposure management. Led the implementation of rules, workflows, and data collectors within CrowdStrike’s next-gen SIEM to enhance threat detection and automate security operations, including the development of custom parsing logic for optimized data analysis- Directed QRadar SIEM operations, developing MITRE ATT & CK-aligned detection rules and use cases- Conducted in-depth investigations and root cause reporting for high-impact incidents. Delivered actionable intelligence and long-term remediation strategies to executive leadership- Developed over 60 cybersecurity playbooks, SOPs, and automated response workflows, improving SOC efficiency and policy compliance across operations- Led vulnerability lifecycle management using Rapid7 Nexpose, prioritizing risks and coordinating remediation with infrastructure and DevOps teams- Administered firewall policies and segmentation using Palo Alto (Panorama) and BlueCoat Proxy. Implemented allowlisting with Airlock Digital to secure legacy environments- Managed privileged access controls through CyberArk. Ensured policy adherence and compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and PCI-DSS- Utilized OSINT platforms (VirusTotal, Hybrid Analysis, Any.Run) for threat hunting and attribution of adversary TTPs. Guided strategic detection initiatives based on emerging threats- Collaborated with IT, OT, and product teams to ensure secure infrastructure deployment. Mentored junior SOC analysts and influenced security architecture and tool selection at the enterprise level.
EDUCATION
Dalhousie University
Master of Engineering - MEng, Internetworking
CHARUSAT
Bachelor of Technology, Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians
ABOUT MAULIK PATEL
I’m a Cybersecurity professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience across the telecom, networking, and manufacturing industries. My expertise spans a wide range of areas, from risk management and network security to incident response and compliance. I’m passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to protect organizations from evolving threats while ensuring their systems are secure, compliant, and resilient.Core Skills & Expertise- Security Architecture & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security design, threat modeling, and frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, MITRE ATT & CK, and ISO 27001- SIEM Operations & Incident Response: Skilled in managing SIEM tools like QRadar and CrowdStrike’s Next-Gen SIEM. Experienced in incident response, root cause analysis (RCA), and developing MITRE ATT & CK-based detection rules- Network & Endpoint Security: Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting network security tools, including Fortinet, Palo Alto (Panorama), SD-WAN, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation. Administered endpoint and identity protection using CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365 Defender, and CyberArk- Vulnerability Management: Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation using Rapid7 Nexpose and penetration testing methodologies to strengthen systems and networks- Email Security & Threat Prevention: Led initiatives for email security and phishing prevention using ProofPoint and Abnormal Security, along with implementing email authentication protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)- Risk Assessment & Remediation: Conducted technical risk assessments and remediation planning to identify and address vulnerabilities across various environments- Security Automation & Process Optimization: Developed over 60 security playbooks, SOPs, and incident response frameworks to streamline enterprise security operations and enhance efficiency- With a strong foundation in both technical and strategic cybersecurity practices, I’m driven to help organizations mitigate risk, improve compliance, and optimize security posture. Whether through developing robust security frameworks, leading incident response efforts, or leveraging automation to enhance security operations, my goal is always to protect and empower businesses in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
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